From the Ground Up IIII - Toronto, Canada

Femmes Noires is excited to present our 4th Annual From The Ground Up — a powerful gathering created to inspire women to build their dreams with confidence, intention, and community.

For the first time, From The Ground Up is happening downtown Toronto, bringing together women from every walk of life to engage in meaningful dialogue, collaboration, and growth. This experience is rooted in connection, creativity, and collective elevation, with space to learn, reflect, and actively work on your dreams from the ground up.

Date: Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
Location: Downtown Toronto

Dress Code: SHOW OFF
There is no such thing as too plain or too extra—come as the best version of yourself.

• Your current email address and cell phone number are required to receive next steps and event communications.
• By registering, you agree to a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) outlining rules surrounding the event.

Event Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

• VIP doors open & music begins
• Exclusive VIP giveaways
• VIP panel discussions with guest speakers
• Business growth conversations
• Art & studio time giveaways
• VIP experience wrap-up

Midday
Time to recharge, connect, and explore nearby options.
(Lunch details will be shared closer to the event date.)

Early Afternoon – Late Afternoon

• General Admission doors open
• Panel discussions
• Interactive sessions
• Intermission / Q&A with host
• Closing panel
• Official event closing & networking opportunity

No outside professional cameras are permitted during the event. By attending, you agree not to post content from the event until official content has been released by the Femmes Noires Co. team.

There is no event theme. Wear anything you feel comfortable and confident in, as long as it is respectful and non-offensive.

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• Partnerships & Sponsorships:
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Lastly, know that we are doing this For You & For Us — to celebrate, uplift, and showcase the brilliance of women building boldly and unapologetically.

Should you have any questions or wish to support this event in any way, please reach out to us at .

With love,
Femmes Noires Team
@FemmesNoires.Co

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Canopy by Hilton Toronto Yorkville, 387 Bloor Street East, Toronto, Canada

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