Inventures is where inclusion meets innovation

Press Release

May 7, 2025

At Inventures 2025, inclusion isn’t a side stage—it’s woven into the DNA of the conference. From Indigenous entrepreneurship and women-led ventures to diverse voices shaping policy, investment, and innovation, this is where everyone belongs at the table—and on the mic.

Innovation is stronger when it reflects everyone

We’re thrilled to announce that April Hicke, co-founder of Toast, will serve as this year’s emcee. As a passionate advocate for women in tech and a champion of inclusive innovation, April sets the tone for a conference committed to welcoming every voice.

Diverse sessions

You’ll find it in sessions like “Building Resilient and Inclusive Business Models by Adopting Traditional Knowledge” (May 22), which showcases how Indigenous enterprises are reshaping leadership through sustainable, community-centered models.

Or “From Founders to Leaders: Building Successful Startup Teams” (May 21), where the spotlight’s on how diverse leadership teams build stronger, smarter companies.

Sessions like “Empowering Financial Futures: Blockchain and the Next Wave of Financial Inclusion” (May 21) and “Bridging Canada’s Digital Divide” (May 22) prove that inclusion in tech isn’t just ethical—it’s a market advantage.

Inventures 2025 also highlights women leading the way: check out “Preventative Healthcare: How Technology is Transforming Prevention” (May 21) or “Reimagining Leadership Through Foresight Games” (May 22), where women innovators are driving impact from healthcare to strategic planning.

Innovation isn’t a boys’ club

Don’t miss the chance to hear from female founders like April Hicke, Joella Almeida, company leads Wunmi Adekanmbi, Mandy Black , post-secondary leaders Laura Chasmer, Melanie Ross, female VC’s Maninder Dhaliwal, Raissa Espiritu and many MANY more!

Inventures 2025 is a launchpad for new ideas, built by communities that reflect the diverse world we live in—and the one we want to build.

Join a community where every voice shapes the future.

Register for Inventures 2025 and be part of the movement.

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