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<aside> 🍁 Welcome, Eh! This starter guide is for any founder, operator, investor, or builder who is visiting or relocating to Toronto. We’ve put together everything we know, from who’s who in the city, places to work and live, and the best spots to grab a bite and relax.

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Table of Contents:

• 🏙 Welcome to YYZ
• 🥂 Events & Communities
• ✉️ People to Follow on Social Media
• 🚀 Top Startup Programs in Toronto
• 💰 Active VCs Investing in Toronto Startups
• 🏬 Workspaces, Social Spaces, & Landmarks
• ☕️ Cafes & Hidden Gems Across Toronto
• 📚 Other Resources from the Community

If you have any recommendations, resources, or information you’d like to contribute, please DM Yoran (@Yoran) or Michael (@Michael) on LinkedIn and we’d be happy to add it to this document with a shoutout!

🏙 Welcome to YYZ

What to expect in Toronto

Toronto is a city attempting to compete for a spot among the elite startup cities. It has talent and increasing influence given it’s strong research foundations in fields such as AI. However, Toronto has yet to create a standout unicorn that solidifies a city's reputation as a major player in innovation. This is an opportunity for the ambitious to get in at the ground floor to add an outsized value to the ecosystem.

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