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WHAT’S NEXT AT TECHTO? 👀
Discover the Future of Healthtech with TechTO on June 9 in Toronto
Toronto’s healthtech scene is booming — and Health Toronto is where it all comes together.
Join us on next week on June 9 for an evening of networking, insights, and inspiration as we bring together some of the most exciting innovators in the space. Health has been one of more most in-demand verticals, and we are excited to bring it back! With more than 200 already registered, spots are limited!
Meet the Speakers

Michael Millar, Founder and CEO at Verto Health – is a visionary leader who is transforming patient care through innovative digital solutions and will offer a unique perspective on the future of care
Jayiesh Singh, CEO at Able Innovations — revolutionizing healthcare with robotic solutions that empower caregivers and restore dignity to patient transfers and will share more on
Mark Goad, General Manager of Canada, Alan — the driving force behind Alan’s Canadian launch—reimagining healthcare with a human-first, tech-powered approach.
Christy Prada, CEO of Future Fertility — revolutionizing family planning in Canada, for everyone.
Ella Seitz, Managing Partner of Esplanade HealthTech Ventures — offering valuable venture insights into the space.
What to Expect: Startup stories, practical insights, and real conversations with fellow builders and believers in health innovation.
SPEAKER HIGHLIGHT ✨
An In-Depth Preview: Sally Daub of BorderPass – A Story for Founders
We're excited to feature Sally Daub of BorderPass at our "Off The Record" event. Her journey is a compelling narrative of innovation, resilience, and strategic foresight, offering invaluable lessons for founders.
Sally's career began in law, providing a unique, foundational understanding for her later ventures into the digital landscape. This early grounding highlights the importance of a strong base for future innovation.
The Next Frontier: BorderPass and Global Mobility
Now at BorderPass, Sally is revolutionizing global mobility by simplifying the immigration process. This move leverages her deep understanding of technology and legal frameworks for significant societal impact, highlighting her transferable problem-solving mindset.
Why Sally Daub Will Inspire Founders
Sally's trajectory makes her an exceptional speaker, offering insights beyond typical business advice:
Market Creation: She helped create a market, offering lessons on identifying white space and building ecosystems.
Navigating Ambiguity: Her Web3 experience provides invaluable lessons on risk management when there's no playbook.
Scaling Under Pressure: She's lived through rapid scaling, offering insights into building robust teams and infrastructure.
Legal Acumen in Innovation: Her background shows how legal strategy can enable innovation.
Resilience & Adaptability: Her career demonstrates the importance of learning and seeking new opportunities.
Visionary Leadership: Her ability to foresee potential and translate it into successful products is inspiring.
Sally Daub embodies the spirit of a true pioneer. Her "Off The Record" session will be a deep dive into building, scaling, and innovating in uncertainty, delivered by someone who has thrived in the most dynamic tech corners. Plus, her very unconventional views on success and how anyone can achieve new heights.
PARTNER CONTENT 📌
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Named #3 in Top 100 companies to look out for in Canada!
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INTERESTING READS 📚
Story time: Meet Stewart Lyons, Co-CEO of Bird and Spin, speaking on our upcoming stage during Toronto Tech Week
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How to build a market that doesn’t exist yet
A question we get asked a lot: How do you network as an introvert?
TRAVEL WITH US TO STARTUP FEST ✨

TechTO is heading to Montreal as part of our National Tour—and we've teamed up with GuruLink and the Startupfest crew to bring back the spirit of the iconic Startup Train… but this time, it's a bus.
Departing from Union Station on July 8, this isn't just a ride—it's a rolling event.
Expect startup pitches, guest speakers, and nonstop networking opportunities. You'll arrive at Startupfest with new insights and a new crew of startup friends to share the experience with.
We've secured a special deal for Toronto folks that includes both the bus ride and your festival ticket.
Already got a ticket? No problem—you can still hop on the bus!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS 📆
FAST APPROACHING: Health Toronto, Monday, June 9 at 6:00pm — REGISTER HERE
Toronto Tech Week: Summer Social, Wednesday, June 25 at 6:00pm — REGISTER HERE
Toronto Tech Week: TiEQuest Summit, Thursday, June 26 — REGISTER HERE
Toronto Tech Week: Market Overview, AI in Advanced Mobility & Logistics, Thursday, June 26 at 4:00pm — SAVE YOUR SPOT
Check out our full Tech Week Calendar here
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