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📬 Issue 18 — Here’s what’s inside:
Golden autumn trees blanket the foreground as Toronto’s iconic skyline, featuring the CN Tower, rises under a bright October sky | Photo by Venrick Azcueta
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Happy almost-Friday! We’ve got 27 events featured in this week’s newsletter. Which one will you check out?
This week’s issue spotlights our Community Partner, Scale without Borders. If you work in tech or are interested in getting started, don’t miss out on our special discount code: TAAIS.
There are plenty of other gems inside, so be sure to scroll down for the full list of events.
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Chief Culture Guide — khamsa🖐🏽
📣 Community Partner: I Hate It Here Newsletter
The best HR advice comes from people who’ve been in the trenches.
That’s what this newsletter delivers.
I Hate it Here is your insider’s guide to surviving and thriving in HR, from someone who’s been there. It’s not about theory or buzzwords — it’s about practical, real-world advice for navigating everything from tricky managers to messy policies.
Every newsletter is written by Hebba Youssef — a Chief People Officer who’s seen it all and is here to share what actually works (and what doesn’t). We’re talking real talk, real strategies, and real support — all with a side of humor to keep you sane.
Because HR shouldn’t feel like a thankless job. And you shouldn’t feel alone in it.
🖐🏽 Five Events Worth Checking Out
🎤 Comedy for Palestine 🇵🇸
A night of stand-up for a cause: this fundraiser brings together Toronto's comedy scene to support humanitarian aid in Gaza, with all profits donated via Islamic Relief Canada. Expect laughs and solidarity in a warm, community setting.
🌟 Stand-Up 6ix
💬 English
🗓️ Friday, October 17⋅8:30 – 10:30pm
📍 Opal Lounge. 124 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 1N1
🎟️ Paid Ticket / Fundraiser
🚀 Immigrants in Tech Summit 2025
Toronto’s go-to gathering for immigrant and newcomer tech talent! Join a vibrant day of inspiring talks, high-impact breakouts, and curated networking with top industry leaders, founders, and fellow tech professionals. Experience lively sessions like the Live Hiring Battle, a no-holds-barred Tech Roast, and hear from immigrant founders who’ve raised millions—plus, don’t miss the after-hours Scale After Dark!
🌟 Scale Without Borders, with speakers from tech giants, startups, and leading Canadian companies
💬 English
🗓️ Monday, Oct 20, 2025 · All day
📍 Royal Ontario Museum, 100 Queens Park, Toronto, ON
🎟️ Paid ticket (Use code TAAIS for $15 off) — Scholarships available here.
✍🏽 Arabic Calligraphy Workshop @ TPL
Discover the beauty and tradition behind Arabic calligraphy at this hands-on workshop, perfect for beginners and anyone curious about the art. Explore how each stroke connects centuries of creative expression across the Arab world.
🌟 Toronto Public Library
💬 English / Arabic
🗓️ Tuesday, Oct 21 · 2:00–3:30 pm
📍 North York Central Library, 5120 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M2N 5N9
🎟️ Public Event
🎾 Pickleball Games
Ready to sweat and socialize? Join GatheringX’s Pickleball Games—whether you’re a seasoned pro or just picking up a paddle, there’s a court for every skill level. After the games at Regent Park Boulevard, stick around for dinner and good company—perfect for making new friends and learning a few tricks!
🌟 GatheringX
💬 Arabic / English
🗓️ Tuesday, Oct 21 · 6:30–9:00 pm
📍 Regent Park Boulevard, Toronto
🎟️ Registration
🔮 Fortune Teller & Tattoo Pop Up 🇪🇬
Step into a Halloween-inspired pop-up at Chef’s Hall where a seasoned fortune teller reveals your fate through tarot, then transforms your reading into a one-of-a-kind temporary tattoo—no needles, pain, or regrets!
🌟 The Mermaid Oracle (fortune teller), Nadine Daff (temporary tattoo artist)
💬 English
🗓️ Wednesday, October 22⋅7:30 – 10:00pm
📍 Chefs Hall. 111 Richmond Street West Toronto, ON M5H 2G4
🎟️ Registration
🌡️ Weekly Vibes Check
That’s it for this week.
❌ Spotted an error or want your events added to the events calendar? Just email me.