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The mission of the CIC is to promote an understanding of international affairs and Canada’s role in a changing world by providing Canadians with a non-partisan, nationwide forum for informed discussion, analysis and debate. Accordingly, the cornerstone of the CIC’s work is our events program. The CIC national office and our branches hold more than 150 events per year in cities across the country. In particular, our branch events give members an opportunity to directly engage with global issues that often intersect with local concerns. The CIC also supports events outside of Canada, often in partnership with other global think tanks, that can introduce Canadian perspectives to global audiences. CIC events take on many different forms, from academic lectures and panel discussions to town hall meetings and pub nights. Please consult our events calendar for a listing of CIC-organized and sponsored events.

If you have an idea for a CIC event, please contact us at info@thecic.org.

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CIC Toronto: Building Bridges – Professional Networking for a Better World

August 13, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm EDT

Building Bridges:
Professional Networking for a Better World

Date: Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Time: 5:30 – 8:00 PM (EST)
Location: Centre for Social Innovation (192 Spadina Ave, Toronto)

 

Have a passion for global issues, international development, or building a just world? Join fellow professionals, changemakers, returned volunteers, and global leaders for an evening of engaging, structured networking inspired by cooperation and collaboration.

Kick off the evening with a 30-minute Career Journey Sharing Panel: Listen to a diverse panel of alumni and professionals share their unique paths from internships and volunteering to impactful careers in global affairs, private sector, and social change.

You’ll enjoy complimentary *Ready to Eat BBQ and a cash bar for alcoholic drinks will be available.

Following the panel, our “speed networking” format works a lot like speed dating, without the dating. You’ll connect face-to-face, in a welcoming space at the Centre for Social Innovation, Spadina.

Whether you’re in global affairs or newcomer to the sector, this event is an opportunity to expand your network.

To register, please follow this link.

 

How It Works

We will guide you through Speed Networking. Rotate every 10 minutes to meet our panelists and other participants.

 

Meet our Guest Speakers

  • Ben Rowswell, Circle for Democratic Solidarity
  • Gertrude Omoro, International Development and Public Health
  • Edith Chan, Cuso Volunteer, and Senior Manager – Claims
  • Anthony Ilukwe, Strategic Advisor

 

Complimentary *Ready to Eat BBQ

  • All Beef Hamburger
  • BBQ Grilled Chicken Burger
  • Veggie Burger
  • Potato Salad or Coleslaw
  • Assorted Cookies
  • Assorted Drinks (non-alcoholic)

Details

Venue

  • Centre for Social Innovation – Spadina
  • 192 Spadina Ave.
    Toronto, Ontario M5T 3A4, Canada     + Google Map

Organizers

  • CIC Toronto Branch
  • Cuso International