Together Mission

🌟 A Heartfelt Thank You to Everyone Who Made Together 5.0 a Success! 🌟 To our incredible sponsors, mentors, judges, hosts, and participants—we are so grateful for your time, expertise, and dedication. This event wouldn’t have been possible without your support and commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. Your contributions have empowered countless emerging entrepreneurs, and Together 5.0 has been a true celebration of creativity, resilience, and vision. We’re excited to see the impact our community will make in the world. Thank you for being part of this journey! Together 5.0 is a Venture Competition organized by Schulich Startups, Schulich School of Business - York University, Consulate General of India in Toronto in collaboration with Ekonnect Knowledge Foundation and Startup India to support student entrepreneurs from India to build, learn and collaborate with global colleagues, mentors and trainers. Special shoutout to our Sponsors & Channel Partners - @R&D LLP TiE Toronto Tangentia Tangentia Ventures Investor Quotient Canada Inc. (IQ Canada™) SP Studios HostelFund DHANDO Indo Canada Chamber of Commerce The Sustainability Mafia Carbon Zero Challenge InFED

🎉 Congratulations to the winning teams of Together 5.0's Pitch Competition! 🎉 🥈 Second Place: OncoAlert – Innovating preventative health with a salivary biomarker-based test for early detection of oral cancer. 🥇 First Place: ProtonCraft Innovations – Pioneering renewable energy with a technology that transforms refinery waste into sustainable hydrogen. Thank you to all our participants for your hard work, dedication, and creativity. We can’t wait to see the incredible impact you’ll have in the future! Together 5.0 is a Venture Competition organized by Schulich Startups, Schulich School of Business - York University, Consulate General of India in Toronto in collaboration with Ekonnect Knowledge Foundation and Startup India to support student entrepreneurs from India to build, learn and collaborate with global colleagues, mentors and trainers. Special shoutout to our Sponsors & Channel Partners - @R&D LLP TiE Toronto Tangentia Tangentia Ventures Investor Quotient Canada Inc. (IQ Canada™) SP Studios HostelFund DHANDO Indo Canada Chamber of Commerce The Sustainability Mafia Carbon Zero Challenge InFED

🌟 Introducing the Speakers and Judges for the Together 5.0 Closing Ceremony and Final Pitch Competition! 🌟 Join us on Sunday, October 27th for an inspiring lineup of experts with extensive experience in business and venture capital. We’re incredibly grateful for their time and insights as they help guide our top teams in this final stage. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to hear from leaders shaping the future of entrepreneurship! Be sure to tune in! 🚀 Together 5.0 is a Venture Competition organized by Schulich Startups, Schulich School of Business - York University, Consulate General of India in Toronto in collaboration with Ekonnect Knowledge Foundation and Startup India to support student entrepreneurs from India to build, learn and collaborate with global colleagues, mentors and trainers. Special shoutout to our Sponsors & Channel Partners - @R&D LLP TiE Toronto Tangentia Tangentia Ventures Investor Quotient Canada Inc. (IQ Canada™) SP Studios HostelFund DHANDO Indo Canada Chamber of Commerce The Sustainability Mafia Carbon Zero Challenge InFED

🌟 Introducing the Judges for the Together 5.0 Finals Pitch Competition! 🌟 We’re honoured to welcome an incredible panel of judges who will be evaluating our Top 6 teams: Naman Budhdeo: A 4x founder and General Partner at Antler Canada, the world’s most active pre-seed investor. Naman brings deep expertise in travel technology and entrepreneurship, having founded companies like Flight Network and TripStack. Ankur Jain: Founder of HostelFund, one of India’s first student-focused funds, Ankur has mentored over 2,000 student entrepreneurs. He’s passionate about preparing India’s youth for career success. Ajay Jain: Founder & Managing Partner of Silverneedle Ventures and Xseed Partners, Ajay specializes in early-stage investment and startup advisory, empowering emerging entrepreneurs across India. Ishavasyam Dash: VC at Antler with a diverse background, including leadership roles at Graphy, Unacademy, and Urban Ladder. Her extensive experience spans business strategy, brand management, and startup growth. We’re thrilled to see how their insights and expertise will guide our finalists! Stay tuned for an inspiring competition ahead. 🚀 Together 5.0 is a Venture Competition organized by Schulich Startups, Schulich School of Business - York University, Consulate General of India in Toronto in collaboration with Ekonnect Knowledge Foundation and Startup India to support student entrepreneurs from India to build, learn and collaborate with global colleagues, mentors and trainers. Special shoutout to our Sponsors & Channel Partners - @R&D LLP TiE Toronto Tangentia Tangentia Ventures Investor Quotient Canada Inc. (IQ Canada™) SP Studios HostelFund DHANDO Indo Canada Chamber of Commerce The Sustainability Mafia Carbon Zero Challenge InFED

🚀 The Grand Finale of Together 5.0 is here! 🚀 Join us on October 27th at 7:30AM EST / 5:00PM IST for the Finalist Competition and Closing Ceremony, where the Top 6 teams will go head-to-head to showcase their groundbreaking ideas! This inspiring event will also feature talks from accomplished business leaders, who will share their secrets to success and growth. Don’t miss the chance to celebrate innovation, hear from industry trailblazers, and support our incredible finalists as they compete for the winning title! 🌟 Together 5.0 is a Venture Competition organized by Schulich Startups, Schulich School of Business - York University, Consulate General of India in Toronto in collaboration with Ekonnect Knowledge Foundation and Startup India to support student entrepreneurs from India to build, learn and collaborate with global colleagues, mentors and trainers. Special shoutout to our Sponsors & Channel Partners - @R&D LLP TiE Toronto Tangentia Tangentia Ventures Investor Quotient Canada Inc. (IQ Canada™) SP Studios HostelFund DHANDO Indo Canada Chamber of Commerce The Sustainability Mafia Carbon Zero Challenge InFED

🌟 We are proud to announce the Top 6 teams of Together 5.0! 🌟 These teams have worked tirelessly and proven their worth through incredible dedication, creativity, and resilience. Each of them now moves forward to the finalist competition, where they will have the chance to showcase their very best work. We can’t wait to see the innovation and ideas they bring to the next round! 🚀 Together 5.0 is a Venture Competition organized by Schulich Startups, Schulich School of Business - York University, Consulate General of India in Toronto in collaboration with Ekonnect Knowledge Foundation and Startup India to support student entrepreneurs from India to build, learn and collaborate with global colleagues, mentors and trainers. Special shoutout to our Sponsors & Channel Partners - @R&D LLP TiE Toronto Tangentia Tangentia Ventures Investor Quotient Canada Inc. (IQ Canada™) SP Studios HostelFund DHANDO Indo Canada Chamber of Commerce The Sustainability Mafia Carbon Zero Challenge InFED

🚀 Day 5 of Together 5.0 is almost here! Join us on Friday, October 25th at 10:00AM EST / 7:30PM IST for a thrilling day as we announce the Top 6 teams of the competition! 🎉 This day also offers a fantastic opportunity to spend time with mentors who are eager to share their insights and help you elevate your journey. Don’t miss out on this pivotal moment in the competition! Together 5.0 is a Venture Competition organized by Schulich Startups, Schulich School of Business - York University, Consulate General of India in Toronto in collaboration with Ekonnect Knowledge Foundation and Startup India to support student entrepreneurs from India to build, learn and collaborate with global colleagues, mentors and trainers. Special shoutout to our Sponsors & Channel Partners - @R&D LLP TiE Toronto Tangentia Tangentia Ventures Investor Quotient Canada Inc. (IQ Canada™) SP Studios HostelFund DHANDO Indo Canada Chamber of Commerce The Sustainability Mafia Carbon Zero Challenge InFED

🌟 Day Three of Together 5.0 is just around the corner! 🌟 Join us on Wednesday, October 23rd at 10:00AM EST / 7:30PM IST for an exciting day of learning and inspiration! Hear from a past winner of the Together competition as they share their journey and success story, followed by an exclusive Bootcamp session with Ben Stacey, founder of Pitchverk, who will guide you through perfecting your pitch! 🎤🚀 Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to learn from the best! Together 5.0 is a Venture Competition organized by Schulich Startups, Schulich School of Business - York University, Consulate General of India in Toronto in collaboration with Ekonnect Knowledge Foundation and Startup India to support student entrepreneurs from India to build, learn and collaborate with global colleagues, mentors and trainers. Special shoutout to our Sponsors & Channel Partners - @R&D LLP TiE Toronto Tangentia Tangentia Ventures Investor Quotient Canada Inc. (IQ Canada™) SP Studios HostelFund DHANDO Indo Canada Chamber of Commerce The Sustainability Mafia Carbon Zero Challenge InFED

🌟 Day Two of Together 5.0 is packed with excitement! 🌟 Join us on Tuesday, October 22nd at 9:00am EST / 6:30pm IST for a day full of inspiration, including an incredible Fireside Chat with top leaders in the industry and a Bootcamp session designed to help you connect and communicate with investors. 💼💡 Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, grow, and take your entrepreneurial journey to the next level! 🚀 Together 5.0 is a Venture Competition organized by Schulich Startups, Schulich School of Business - York University, Consulate General of India in Toronto in collaboration with Ekonnect Knowledge Foundation and Startup India to support student entrepreneurs from India to build, learn and collaborate with global colleagues, mentors and trainers. Special shoutout to our Sponsors & Channel Partners - R&D LLP TiE Toronto Tangentia Tangentia Ventures Investor Quotient Canada Inc. (IQ Canada™) SP Studios HostelFund DHANDO Indo Canada Chamber of Commerce The Sustainability Mafia Carbon Zero Challenge InFED

We are thrilled to announce the Opening Ceremony of Together 5.0 on Monday, October 21st, at 7:30am EST / 5:00pm IST! 🌟 We’re honored to have an incredible lineup of guest speakers who will be sharing their expertise and insights to inspire you. We are so grateful for their time and can’t wait for you to hear from these trailblazers in the entrepreneurship world! Stay tuned, this is going to be an event you won’t want to miss! Together 5.0 is a Venture Competition organized by Schulich Startups, Schulich School of Business - York University, Consulate General of India in Toronto in collaboration with Ekonnect Knowledge Foundation and Startup India to support student entrepreneurs from India to build, learn and collaborate with global colleagues, mentors and trainers. Special shoutout to our Sponsors & Channel Partners - R&D LLP TiE Toronto Tangentia Tangentia Ventures Investor Quotient Canada Inc. (IQ Canada™) SP Studios HostelFund DHANDO Indo Canada Chamber of Commerce The Sustainability Mafia Carbon Zero Challenge InFED