The Toronto Section has an active calendar that includes various educational courses as well as multiple opportunities to network and socialize with industry peers. To keep abreast with our upcoming events follow the calendar below.

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IES Toronto Emerging Professionals Event

Ryerson University 350 Victoria St, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

"Connections" Investing in the Future Join us for a panel discussion with our leaders in our industry followed by speed networking. Connect with these lighting professionals and learn about their careers and passions. Join the IES Toronto Section Emerging Professionals (EP's) for a panel discussion followed by an evening of meaningful networking with local lighting…

$15.00

Toronto Light Festival 2018

The Distillery District 30 Gristmill Ln, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Tour the Toronto Light Festival Thursday February 8th @ 6pm IES Toronto invites you to join your colleagues for a guided tour of the Toronto Light Festival at the Distillery Historic District*. The Festival exhibits the creativity of local and international artists and is a winter experience designed to entertain and inspire. "Experience magical light…

IES Toronto LightWalk at the Aga Khan Toronto Site

Aga Khan Museum 77 Wynford Dr, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Light was the inspiration for these majestic structures. The architects guidance was to ensure that light is ever-present and animating the buildings. An exceptional level of detailing combined with a commitment to quality and craftsmanship, this is an event not to be missed. Time: Doors open at 5:30 PM. The Reception begins at 6:00 PM,…

IES Technical Luncheon: OFF is the New ON: Challenging the Assumptions of Lighting Energy Consumption

Latvian Canadian Cultural Centre 4 Credit Union Dr, North York, Ontario, Canada

Centuries of progress have created the environment we now enjoy….we are the creators of light. And, as is the case with other skills we have attained, it is difficult to recall the thinking we had when we could not create light. In this presentation, the speaker will explore the new perspectives required by “users of…

2018 Emerging Professionals Luminaire Challenge

CREE CANADA , Unit 3 6889 Rexwood Rd, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

The IES Toronto Section Emerging Professionals Committee would like to announce the 2018 Luminaire Design Challenge. The Design Challenge is open to ALL Emerging Professionals (those working in the lighting industry or related field for 5 years or less - includes students). Participants will work in teams and design, build, and present their own luminaire…

May 2018 EP Event – Ping Pong Tournament at Spin

SPIN 461 King St W, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

A new month means a new event - since the warm weather is (slowly) approaching its time to have some more fun!! Its time for the annual EP Ping Pong/Table Tennis Tournament at Spin and you are invited. If you've never been to Spin, think of it as a night club without the dancing -…

Golf Day

The Country Club 20 Lloyd St., Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada

Tickets Please join your friends and colleagues for the 2018 IES Toronto Section Golf Day! The Country Club will again host IES members and friends for an exclusive day on the East 18-hole championship course. It will be 4-person scramble format as in previous years. Your power cart will have a bagged snack and a…

iNova Awards and Gala

Liberty Grand 25 British Columbia Rd. Exhibition Place, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Please join us in celebrating the brightest stars of the Lighting Design Industry. Experience the award winning IES Merit and Section Lighting Design Projects. Dinner, dancing and door prizes.

Fountains of Light Welcome Back Event!

Crystal Fountains 60 Snow Blvd. # 3, Concord, Ontario, Canada

First part of the evening is a welcome back meet and greet, as we still firmly believe in making time to unwind and catch up over food and drinks. Second part is a tour to see the inner workings of a fountain and how the “magic” happens in creating them. Final part of the evening showcases the global experience and expertise of Crystal Fountains.

$20.00

IES Toronto Lightwalk January 2019 Hotel X

Hotel X 111 Princes Blvd, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Tickets A rare gem of an event! Thursday January 24th 2019 Register today as you won't want to miss this LightWalk event taking place at the amazing new Toronto X Hotel. Lighting Designers Lana Lenar and Robert Van Antwerp from Manhattan, NY will share their design inspirations as they lead us through a variety of…

IES Toronto EP March Event Underwriters Laboratories of Canada

Underwriters Laboratories of Canada 7 Underwriters Road, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Time: March 6, 2019 | 5:45pm-9:30pm Venue: Underwriters Laboratories of Canada, 7 Underwriters Road Toronto, M1R 3A9 Tickets: $25/person Tickets Open to everyone Event organizer contact: Darren Verasammy, P.Eng. [email protected]

$25

WELL Lit; a floral design workshop

Lutron Canada 600 Cochrane Dr, Markham, Ontario, Canada

Learn how to use lighting to enhance occupant well being and take home a personalized floral arrangement.

Toronto Lighten Up!

Acuity Brands Lighting Canada 35 Minthorn Blvd, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

IES Lighten UP! is a luminaire design competition.

Illumination Awards Gala 2023

Fairmont Royal York Imperial Ballroom Illumination Awards Gala 2023, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Join us for a glamorous evening in the Imperial Ballroom, the oldest Ballroom at The Royal York Hotel.  Take some time to greet industry friends over cocktails, surrounded by the grandeur of what was once the tallest building in the Royal Empire. As dinner is served, let the Awards ceremony inspire you with images and…

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