Events and Sponsorships

We're passionate about supporting the coffee community! Check out this page for upcoming events we'll be hosting.

Need help organizing your own event? Just fill out the survey at the bottom of the page!

Events and Sponsorships

We're passionate about supporting the coffee community! Check out this page for upcoming events we'll be hosting.

Need help organizing your own event? Just fill out the survey at the bottom of the page!

October 28 - November 1

The Nucleus Coffee Tour

Don’t Miss the Nucleus Coffee Tools Tour! 

Sam Corra, the visionary behind the Nucleus Link Coffee Roaster and acclaimed coffee professional, is hosting master classes in Calgary, Toronto, and Montreal across 5 days! 

Sam will be diving into the art of home roasting, revealing the technology and research behind the Nucleus Link that has earned it the trust of World Barista Championships competitors. 

There will be interactive discussions, a live demonstration of the Nucleus Link, and an exclusive sneak peak of the Bloom, Nucleus’ latest tool for optimizing coffee brewing! 

Availability is limited, so find your city below and get your Nucleus Coffee Tools Tour tickets today! 

Calendar of Events

  • 👻 Stranger Beans Latte Art Showdown! 🎃

    Get ready for a spooktacular latte art showdown! Our friends at United Strangers Coffee are gearing up for another incredible Halloween event, and Eight Ounce Coffee is proud to be part of the fun!

    Whether you're just dabbling in latte art or have been slinging perfect tulips for years, this low-stakes competition is for anyone looking to show off their skills and have a blast. They're inviting 12 competitors to enjoy an evening of creative pours, good vibes, and some friendly competition.

    Don't miss out on this Halloween-themed throwdown featuring costumes, delicious drinks, and awesome prizes!

    Event Details:

    • What: Stranger Beans Latte Art Showdown ☕️👻
    • When: Thursday, October 23rd @ 6 PM
    • Where: United Strangers Coffee
    • Competitors: 12 spots available – open to all skill levels!
    • What to Expect: Costumes, Drinks, Prizes, and Fun!
    • Tickets: $20 (get yours now!)

    Get your tickets now and join the Halloween latte art party!

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  • 🎂 Happy Birthday Sweet Rice! (Calgary Event) 🥳

    Join our friends and Calgary's favourite mochi donut spot, Sweet Rice, as they celebrate their 5th Anniversary!

    Eight Ounce Coffee is proud to support this incredible local milestone and their community fundraiser.

    Come on down for a delicious afternoon—and yes, the cake is gluten-free and dairy-free!

    Event Details

    • What: Sweet Rice 5th Birthday Party (FREE Coffee & Birthday Cake)
    • When: Saturday, October 25th, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMBirthday song at 2:30 PM sharp!
    • Where: Sweet Rice, Calgary (Check their bio for the location!)
    • Fundraiser: Donations will be accepted for the Calgary Celiac Association.
    • Tickets: Limited tickets available—sign up at the link in the @sweetriceyyc bio!
    UPDATE: SOLD OUT!
October 30

The Apex Green Forum

Join Apex Coffee Imports for the second edition of the Apex Green Forum, a full-day event dedicated to connection, education, and celebrating the specialty coffee industry. This year, we're bringing four of our esteemed producing partners from Costa Rica, Bolivia, Guatemala, and Panama to share their coffees and stories with the Toronto coffee community.

This free-to-attend event is a unique opportunity to meet and engage with coffee professionals, the Apex team, and producers from Latin and South America.

GET YOUR TICKET HERE

Event Highlights:

  • Panels and Q/A: Featuring four international producers, the panels will cover topics like "Alternative Processing Technologies" and "Politics and Their Impact on Long-Term Relationships."
  • Cupping Sessions: Experience the incredible coffees presented by our producers.
  • Roasting Demo: The Nucleus Team will host a roasting demonstration on the LINK roaster.
  • Friendly Roasting Competition: The return of the popular competition!
  • Brew Bar and Networking.

Key Details:

  • Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025
  • Main Event Time: 10:00 am – 5:30 pm (Doors open 9:00 am, Social Hour until 7:00 pm)
  • Location: Henderson Brewing Co. (128A Sterling Rd, Toronto, ON)

Bonus! Join us for a Social Get-Together on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at Subtext Coffee Roasters.

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