Events

For more information on any of these events, contact hcc@hamiltonchamber.ca.

2026 Signature Events Schedule

Our most anticipated events of the year are now on the calendar, bringing together Hamilton’s business community for networking, insights, and celebration. Tickets for select events are on sale, with additional events launching soon. Click here for full details and see below for the events currently available.

Business Insights Series: AI Won’t Replace You… But Someone Using It Might

Introducing a new speaker series, geared for Hamilton business owners and employees, free for Hamilton Chamber members to attend! The Hamilton Chamber’s Business Insight Series, presented in partnership with TD Bank and Bateman & MacKay LLP, is the perfect forum for Hamilton business leaders who ready to tackle real challenges head on.

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Date and Time

Jun 23, 2026, 7:30 am - 9:30 am

Location

McMaster Innovation Park
175 Longwood Road South
Hamilton
Ontario
Canada
L8P 0A1

Connections Networking Group

Connections Networking Group is category-exclusive, meaning you do not compete with other companies who do what you do. Including only one company in each business category allows for a non-competitive, relaxed, and friendly group dynamic. We aim to create and develop mutually beneficial professional relationships and promote and grow our businesses.

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Date and Time

Jun 25, 2026, 7:00 am - 8:45 am

Location

Uptown Business Club
236 Pritchard Road
Hamilton
Ontario
Canada
L8W 3P7

Connections Networking Group

Connections Networking Group is category-exclusive, meaning you do not compete with other companies who do what you do. Including only one company in each business category allows for a non-competitive, relaxed, and friendly group dynamic. We aim to create and develop mutually beneficial professional relationships and promote and grow our businesses.

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Date and Time

Jul 9, 2026, 7:00 am - 8:45 am

Location

Uptown Business Club
236 Pritchard Road
Hamilton
Ontario
Canada
L8W 3P7

The Hamilton Chamber Advantage: Membership Overview and Orientation for Prospective and New Members

Whether you are considering joining the Hamilton Chamber or are a new member looking to get oriented, The Hamilton Chamber Advantage: Membership Overview and Orientation for Prospective and New Members is your starting point for understanding how the Chamber works and how to get the most value from membership.

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Join us for an interactive session designed for prospective members, new members, and new representatives from existing member organizations.

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Date and Time

Jul 15, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

A.I. Lunch & Learn – Enhancing Your A.I. Readiness in 2026

Hamilton’s Labour Market Advisory Table is pleased to present this free webinar on enhancing your organization’s artificial intelligence readiness.

This event will provide attendees with practical steps to responsibly accelerate how your organization understands, adopts, and benefits from generative artificial intelligence.

Over the course of an hour, our expert panel will provide insights into where AI is heading in 2026, what “AI readiness” really looks like for small and mid‑sized employers, how to upskill your team, and how to connect with Hamilton’s network service providers, who can provide insights and guidance to support organizations and their labour force over the long-term.

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Date and Time

Jul 16, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

YEP Summer Social @ Forge FC

Join us for YEP’s Summer Social, pitch side at the Forge FC match on Thursday, July16!

We’re bringing our Summer Social back to the pitch with Forge FC! Last year’s event was a ton of fun and we can’t wait to do it again.

Enjoy a unique networking experience, designed for young professionals and entrepreneurs.

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Date and Time

Jul 16, 2026, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Location

Hamilton Stadium
64 Melrose Avenue North
Hamilton
Ontario
Canada
L8L 8C1

Business After Business at the Art Gallery of Hamilton

Join us for July’s Business After Business on Thursday,  July 23 at the Art Gallery of Hamilton!

This year’s theme is Southern BBQ party — think checkered tablecloths, mint juleps, and brisket! If you haven’t been to our annual BAB at AGH, it’s a must-attend event.

We look forward to seeing you there for a casual networking opportunity, full of meaningful conversations and new connections. 

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Date and Time

Jul 23, 2026, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Location

Art Gallery of Hamilton
123 King Street West
Hamilton
Ontario
Canada
L8P 4S8

The Hamilton Chamber Advantage: Membership Overview and Orientation for Prospective and New Members

Whether you are considering joining the Hamilton Chamber or are a new member looking to get oriented, The Hamilton Chamber Advantage: Membership Overview and Orientation for Prospective and New Members is your starting point for understanding how the Chamber works and how to get the most value from membership.

Virtual Meeting Link: 

Join us for an interactive session designed for prospective members, new members, and new representatives from existing member organizations.

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Date and Time

Aug 19, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

2026 Women In Leadership Luncheon

Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026

Location: Sheraton Hamilton Downtown

Time: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

The Hamilton Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the YWCA Hamilton, invites you to the Women in Leadership Luncheon — a platform to empower, inspire, and connect women leaders across our community.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Under the theme Women and the Future of Work, this year’s luncheon features keynote speaker Jenn Harper, award-winning social entrepreneur and Founder & CEO of Cheekbone Beauty.

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Date and Time

Sep 24, 2026, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Location

Sheraton Hamilton Hotel and Conference Centre
116 King Street West
Hamilton
Ontario
Canada
L8P 4V3

Business After Business at Coca-Cola Canada Bottling

Join us for November’s Business After Business on Thursday,  November 19 at Coca-Cola Canada Bottling’s office in Hamilton!

Enjoy complimentary food, drink and a wide assortment of Coca-Cola products.

We look forward to seeing you there for a casual networking opportunity, full of meaningful conversations and new connections. 

AGENDA:
5:30 PM – Doors Open & Networking

5:45 PM – Opening Remarks and Door Prize Draw

6:00 PM –  Networking Continues

7:30 PM – Event Ends

Please note: We are pleased to welcome non-members and guests to experience our networking events.

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Date and Time

Nov 19, 2026, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Location

Coca-Cola Canada Bottling
1575 Barton St E
Hamilton
Ontario
Canada
L8H 2X7

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