Toronto has one of the most diverse and genuinely active creative scenes in North America. From the design studios clustered in the west end to the indie galleries and maker spaces spread across the city, there's a real density of creative energy here that doesn't always get the attention it deserves.
The community is big enough that you'll always find something happening, but tight-knit enough that the same people tend to show up, which makes it easier to build actual relationships over time.

Whether you're a designer, illustrator, filmmaker, or working in any creative field, this guide will help you find your people in the city. From casual meetups to vibrant community events,
Toronto
offers countless opportunities to connect, collaborate, and get inspired.
Creative Lunch Club is a global community for people working in the creative industries. Whether you are a graphic designer, a photographer, a marketer, or a filmmaker, the Creative Lunch Club gives you the chance to regularly meet other creatives in your city for lunch.
The Design Kids is a global community for emerging designers, with city meetups, interviews, jobs, and practical resources to help you build your folio and grow your career.
DesignThinkers Toronto is a major conference for designers, creative thinkers, and visual communicators in Canada and beyond.
It brings together inspiring speakers, practical workshops, and ample opportunity to learn, network, and stay on top of current design trends and practices.
I've met so many wonderful people this year trough Creative Lunch Club. It's been a great way to meet people in different industries and has been way more personal and fun than networking events.
Thanks for running such a great community! I'm so glad I took a chance and tried this for the first time, and I can't wait for the next month to roll around. Excited to see this network grow!
I joined CLC a couple of months ago and have met some pretty awesome creative peeps. Every month you get paired a couple creatives from your city to plan a lunch with to talk shop. It’s a great way to expand your network - extremely great value IMO.