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 After Business at Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice

Join us for April’s Business After Business on Thursday, April 23 at Kemp Care Network’s Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice on the Hamilton Mountain.  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 6:00 PM – Opening Remarks (more…)


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Date and Time

Apr 23, 2026, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Location

Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice
277 Stone Church Road East
Hamilton
Ontario
Canada
L9B 1B1

2026 Mayor’s Breakfast

PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. FOR INQUIRIES, PLEASE CONTACT KATIE (K.STIEL@HAMILTONCHAMBER.CA)

Partake in Hamilton’s flagship civic engagement event, bringing together over 500 community leaders, officials, and executives. The breakfast features a keynote address from Mayor Andrea Horwath and a fireside chat. Gain visibility, network with top decision-makers, and showcase your commitment to the city’s future.

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Date and Time

Apr 28, 2026, 7:30 am - 9:30 am

Location

Liuna Station
360 James Street North
Hamilton
Ontario
L8L 1H5

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

Apr 30, 2026, 7:00 am - 8:45 am

Location

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

Business Insight Series: AI For Your Business – More Capacity, Less Overhead

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

May 6, 2026, 7:30 am - 9:30 am

Location

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

Hamilton Next: Leading Care, Driven By Discovery

What is Hamilton Next?

Hamilton Next is a bold new platform from the Chamber of Commerce that celebrates what’s ahead for our city. It’s about big ideas, transformative projects, and the people who are reshaping Hamilton’s future. By shining a spotlight on innovation, investment, and opportunity, Hamilton Next positions Hamilton as a city of possibility – a place where ambition meets momentum.

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Date and Time

May 13, 2026, 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Location

David Braley Research Institute
20 Copeland Ave
Hamilton
Ontario
Canada
L8L 2X2

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

May 14, 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

May 20, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Climate Innovators Gala

Join us as Hamilton comes together to celebrate its boldest innovators and take your place at the centre of our community’s climate leadership journey.

The Climate Innovators Gala is a brand-new marquee celebration designed to connect business leaders driving sustainable change, while recognizing the organizations and individuals spearheading climate action in Hamilton and beyond.

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Date and Time

May 27, 2026, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Location

Carmens Event Centre
1520 Stone Church Road East
Hamilton
Ontario
Canada
L8W 3P9

Business After Business at Henry’s on James

Join us for May’s Business After Business on Thursday, May 28 at Henry’s on James!

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

AGENDA:
5:00 PM – Doors Open & Networking

5:45 PM – Opening Remarks and Door Prize Draw

6:00 PM –  Networking Continues

7:00 PM – Event Ends

Please note:
This event has limited capacity, so we encourage you to register early to secure your spot.

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Date and Time

May 28, 2026, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Location

Henry's on James
303 James St N
Hamilton
Ontario
Canada
L8L 1H3

2026 Bay Area Economic Summit

THE NEXT ECONOMY: AI AND THE INFRASTRUCTURE OF INNOVATION

Situated in the heart of Canada’s Innovation Corridor, Hamilton and Burlington presents an enticing prospect for business aiming for local, regional, and global success.  Together, we have a unique chance to tap into the innovation, talent, and resources of one of the world’s most dynamic economic regions.

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Date and Time

Jun 4, 2026, 7:45 am - 11:15 am

Location

Pearle Hotel & Spa
3 Elizabeth St, Burlington, ON L7R 0G3
Burlington
Ontario
Canada
L7R 0G3

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