COWORKING SPACE RECIPROCAL RELATIONSHIP

COWORKING SPACE RECIPROCAL RELATIONSHIP

by | Dec 15, 2025 | Coworking News

ACE Coworking membership gives you access to Coworking spaces in our local vicinity and around the world.

Check out your exclusive ACE Coworking partners below.

Downtown Toronto – Acers can enjoy the benefit of our reciprocal relationship at Adelaide House at 410 Adelaide St. You can access their space up to 10 times a year when you’re in TO and need space to work during regular business hours. Their meeting rooms are available to you at member rates. Just email them in advance at edward@adelaidehousecoworking.com to reserve and let them know you are an ACE member.

North Toronto / Markham – Acers can enjoy the benefit of our reciprocal relationship at 3 Village Hive locations. You can access their hot desks up to 10 times a year during regular business hours. Their many conference rooms are available to you at member rates. Just email the respective community manager in advance to reserve and let them know you are an ACE member.

LOCATIONS:

  1. North York: 150 Duncan Mill Rd; #2  – Contact monica@duncanmillhive.ca
  2. Midtown Toronto: 120 Eglinton Ave. E, #202 – Contact Serene:  info@eglintonhive.ca
  3. Markham: 55 Albert St. #100 – Contact: charlotte@thevillagehive.ca

Mississauga – Acers have privileges at Greater Toronto Executive Centre (GTEC), Airport Corporate location (2800 Skymark Ave, # 200, Mississauga). Close to Toronto Pearson and highways 401, 427. Access shared workspace desks during regular business hours up to 10X/year. Their meeting rooms are available to you at discounted rates as well. Email them in advance at meeting@gtexecutivecentre.com to reserve and let them know that you are an ACE member.

Grimsby – When in the Niagara area, you can access Boone Dog Shared Office Space. They do not have hot desks, but do offer free use of their common lounge area (M–F, 9–5) for informal workdays. Acers have up to 6 free hours per year in their boardroom, with additional time available at low member rates. Just email them in advance at info@boonedoginc.ca to reserve. (35 Main St West)

You are also part of the Global Coworking VISA program. Check out their site for more info on how you can access a coworking space anywhere in the world when you travel. https://coworking.com/visa

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ACE-2-ACE Member Perks

ACE-2-ACE Member Perks

by | Dec 8, 2025 | Coworking News, Faces of ACE

One of the best things about your ACE Coworking membership is that it puts you in contact with an amazing community of professionals and experts from a wide variety of industries.

In fact, some of these folks offer you preferred “ACE-2-ACE” rates! Let us know if you too have a special offer for your fellow Acers. We will add you to the list!

Check out your exclusive ACE Coworking discounts below. 

This award-winning design team, led by Maria Perketa, caters to the busy, hardworking professional that wants a beautiful home, but doesn’t have the time to manage a renovation project, decorate or shop for their home. They provide approachable luxury full service interior design & decorating services to homes in Oakville, Burlington, Mississauga and GTA West areas. Aspire to Inspire!

OFFER:

For members of ACE, Aspire’s Initial Design Consultation is offered at a discounted rate of $1000 + HST (regularly $1500 + HST). Should you proceed with a full design service, the fee is fully credited towards the cost of the project. (*certain conditions apply)

To schedule a 15-min complimentary discovery call, make your appointment here. This discovery call is an opportunity to learn more about your design project. We will then take you through our Aspire Design Group design processes to determine if our services fit your design requirements.

ASPIRE Design Group: (647) 966-0518 | maria@aspiredesigngroup.com

Alban Kasa is an ACE Community member, specializing in roofing and siding installation and repairs.

OFFER:

10% off regular rates

Cover GTA Roofing  | (905) 379-1800 | info@covergtaroofings.com

This little shop is our Robinson St neighbour, tucked away in the “arcade” that runs from Lakeshore to Robinson St. The owner, Narges, does amazing work!

OFFER:

10% off regular rates. (Coupons here onsite at ACE.)

Diba Custom Tailoring  | (905) 842-2277 | dibacustomtailoring@gmail.com | 3-288 Lakeshore Road East, Oakville

Our neighbours on Robinson St provide physiotherapy, massage, life coaching and more wellness services. Check their website for more details. 

OFFER:

Priority access to wellness care for ACE Coworking Members and their families. Specifically:

  • 10% discount on all services for members and their immediate family members – spouse/partner, children, parents living in the same household.
  • Priority appointment booking for faster access to care.
  • To redeem these benefits, members simply need to confirm their association with ACE Coworking at the time of check-in.

Lakeside Health & Sport | (647) 992-0224 | info@lakesidehealthandsport.com | 301 Robinson St, Unit 4 Oakville

ACE Community Member, Roger van Maris, is a seasoned digital marketing expert.

OFFERS:

Acers can get a no-obligation Website and SEO audit. This gives a snapshot of a number of metrics to see how your presence is viewed by search engines. It gives a grade out of 100, and gives details on 6 key areas of your ranking. 

20% off on Website builds (using the Piece of Cake web builder, average cost is $3000, save $600.)

20% off  SEO services.

10% off Pay Per Click Management fees (does not include Google/bing spend)

Piece of Cake Digital Marketing | (647) 405-8579 | ‬roger@pocdigitalmarketing.com

ACE Community Member, Renata Pollock, is an expert in headshots, personal branding sessions, family portraits, and more. (She has photographed dozens of ACE members in case you need a testimonial!) 

OFFER:

10% off regular rates.

Renata Pollock Studio | (905) 320-5058 | info@renatapollock.com | Studio located at 3475 Rebecca St. # 212, Oakville

ACE Member, Gosha Sekhon, is based at our Robinson St location. She works with individuals, families, professionals, and small business owners to provide estate planning advice (wills) and guidance on the administration of estates.

OFFER:

Notary services documents for ACE members at a discounted rate of $50 per document.

Sekhon Legal Services | (647) 210-0935 | gosha@sekhonlegal.com 

SHARP & Associates specializes in providing tailored accounting, tax, and advisory services designed to help businesses thrive. The firm is led by Harpreet Puri and Steven Roca who are based at our ACE Trafalgar location. 

OFFER:

ACE members and their families get a discounted flat rate of $75 on personal tax preparation. (Complicated files may be subject to higher rates: check in with the SHARP team to learn more.)

Sharp & Associates | (905) 491-7043 | info@sharppc.ca

The Oakville Chamber is a place where businesses come together to collaborate, share knowledge, and build a stronger, more resilient community. Through exclusive insights, high-impact events, and direct advocacy, they help businesses thrive—not just survive. Since they are located right here on the second floor at ACE Robinson, they have offered Acers many neighbourly perks. 

OFFERS:

Their podcasting room, equipped with sound baffling, mics, and recording equipment, is normally reserved for OCC members only. ACE members can book it for $35/hour.

Attend their popular monthly networking event (Chamber After-Hours) free of charge!

Watch our ACE newsletter for ongoing free or reduced-rate Oakville Chamber offers.

Oakville Chamber of Commerce

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Coworking Day 2025 at ACE Oakville

Coworking Day 2025 at ACE Oakville

by | Jul 22, 2025 | Coworking News

Ever heard of International Coworking Day? (We didn’t think so!) Well, it’s a real thing, and you’re invited to participate. Yearly on August 9th, coworking space operators all around the world celebrate our wonderfully productive and enjoyable way to work. It’s a chance for us in the biz to educate the public the benefits of flexible work options – and we also get to show appreciation to the wonderful people who make up our coworking communities.

Coworking Day 2025 at ACE Oakville

3International Coworking Day marks the anniversary of the day Brad Neuberg first brought modern-day coworking into the world. You can still see Brad’s original blog post announcing the first North American coworking space here. Coworking has come a long way since then – with ups and downs, particularly during the pandemic – but the spirit of collaboration and connection is as strong as ever, especially in independently owned spaces like ours.

This year at ACE we will be marking the occasion in a couple of ways:⁠

⁠1 – OPEN HOUSE! ⁠
⁠If you have always wondered about coworking, or what it’s like to work with us at ACE, then please come try us out for FREE on the workdays following Coworking Day: Monday August 11th, Tuesday 12th, and/or Wednesday 13th. Day passes are normally $25/ea, but for these three days we are holding a no-cost Open House just for you. Please tell your friends about it, especially any work-from-homers who have never heard of coworking.
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Claim a hot desk spot by emailing us at info@acecoworking.ca. Please indicate which day(s) you are coming. (Multiple days are okay too! Just let us know when to expect you so that we are ready with a desk.)⁠

2 – PARTY!
⁠International Coworking Day lands on a Saturday this year, so we will be holding our annual member appreciation event early. On Thursday August 7, ACE Members will be treated to an al fresco lunch and an ice cream social. Plus a few other surprises! It’s our way of saying thanks to the wonderful people who make our community awesome.

This International Coworking Day, we’re not just celebrating a concept, we’re celebrating the real-world impact of community and flexible work. We’ve seen firsthand how an inspiring environment can elevate businesses, and we invite you to experience that for yourself.

Take advantage of our special Open House to discover why so many Halton professionals choose ACE Coworking as their home for productivity and connection.

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Come Out and Celebrate Cinematic Excellence – OFFA 2025

Come Out and Celebrate Cinematic Excellence – OFFA 2025

by | Jun 11, 2025 | Coworking News

The 2025 Oakville Film Festival (OFFA) marks 12 years of celebrating the best films from Oakville and surrounding communities, Canada, and across the globe. This amazing local cultural event runs from Wednesday June 18 to Wednesday June 25 and here at ACE we wouldn’t dream of missing it! This is our eighth year of participation as an official sponsor.

About OFFA

The 2025 Oakville Film Festival (OFFA) marks 12 years of celebrating the best films from Oakville and surrounding communities, Canada, and across the globe. This amazing local cultural event runs from Wednesday June 18 to Wednesday June 25 and here at ACE we wouldn’t dream of missing it! This is our eighth year of participation as an official sponsor.

 This year’s festival is bigger than ever, featuring a record-breaking 105 feature films, documentaries, and shorts. The films include Canadian and International Premieres, and guests from around the world will participate. More info about all the screening options, including all-inclusive VIP Red Carpet passes can be found here.

Tickets range from $15 for a single admission to one showtime or online collection, to full-access passes with admission to unlimited movies, events, virtual shows, Q&As and parties throughout the week.

Sharp Corner

ACE Coworking is the presenting sponsor of “Sharp Corner” which will be screened on Monday June 23 at 9pm.

We are excited to present this well reviewed psychological thriller (92% on the “Tomatometer”!) directed by Jason Buxton and starring Ben Foster and Cobie Smulders (of “How I Met Your Mother”). The film follows Josh, a troubled man increasingly consumed by the fatal car crashes in front of his house. As his obsession takes hold, he begins to spiral, placing his wife and son in jeopardy and setting in motion a series of events that threaten to permanently break the family apart.

 “A smart premise is poignantly brought to life by Foster and Smulders, making for a nerve-rattlingly tense and a family drama that is unapologetically gutting.” (Read full review here.)

 Great news for ACE members and friends: ACE has a limited number of FREE tickets to the screening which will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you would like to be on our VIP guest list, email info@acecoworking.ca (or text 289-801-8731) to request a complimentary pass for yourself and a guest.

 OFFA Awards Ceremony

ACE Coworking has a been long-time supporter of the local film festival. Over the years ACE founder, Nancy Fornasiero, has held volunteer positions with OFFA; ACE’s Robinson Street location has served as the venue for the OFFA gala afterparty; and ACE currently provides meeting space for OFFA’s hard-working board members.

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Ace Names 2025 Honorary Member

Ace Names 2025 Honorary Member

by | Feb 27, 2025 | Coworking News

ACE Coworking is excited to announce that the recipient of their 2025 Honorary Membership is a wonderful community-building organization: Newcomers Club of Oakville.

ACE Coworking extends a big heart-felt welcome to The Oakville Newcomers Club: our new Honorary Members!  We are excited to connect with this incredible group of volunteers in the weeks and months ahead.

The Oakville Newcomers Club was originally created to help women who were new to town make new friends and settle into the Oakville community. Since then, they have expanded their membership requirements more broadly (see website for details), and today they have over 100 members representing a wide age range and many different nationalities. They provide a supportive network and a wide range of programs designed to help newcomers settle in, build connections, and thrive in their new surroundings.

Learn more about the organization here.

What’s an Honorary ACE Membership?

As a way of giving back to the town, every year at ACE Coworking we donate a free membership, including use of boardroom space, to a deserving local registered charity or NFP. We seek to partner with organizations who:

  • Would benefit from a physical meeting space but lack the budget for it.
  • Contribute to making Oakville a better place to live.
  • Share values that align with our own.

The ACE Honorary Member in 2024 was Bandology and in 2023 Oakvillegreen was chosen.

This year there were many deserving applicants, but ONC’s commitment to building community and creating a sense of belonging is something we at ACE really connected to. It’s what we also do for our members. So, ultimately, ONC was chosen.

Partnering with Community Leaders

We recently had the pleasure of meeting with Sharon Blair (ONC President) and Tane Uribarren (ONC Vice President). Together we came up with a plan for making their board meetings, training sessions, and staff meetings more professional and comfortable thanks to access to our coworking spaces and meeting rooms.

“Oakville Newcomers is thrilled to receive an honorary membership to ACE Coworking!,” said Sharon. “We plan to use this beautiful, top-quality facility for our board meetings and for some events too.” Previously their volunteers met at private homes which often presented challenges to the group.

Sharon added: “Who knows? Maybe we’ll even attract some ACE members to join our club!” Since ACE attracts so many new Canadians and new Oakvillians, we also feel certain that there will be many synergies that follow from this partnership. ACE founder, Nancy Fornasiero, called it “a match made in community-building heaven.”

If you’re interested in the 2026 ACE Honorary Membership, follow ACE Coworking on LinkedIn or Instagram – or sign up for our newsletter – to learn when nominations/applications will open for next year.

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Big Discounts for ACE Members with Local VA Agency, wrksourcing

Big Discounts for ACE Members with Local VA Agency, wrksourcing

by | Oct 30, 2024 | Coworking News

ACE partnership for virtual assistant services.

Do you know what a VA is? Do you use one? We’ve been hearing about Virtual Assistants (VAs) a lot lately through our entrepreneur networks here at ACE Coworking and are excited to offer our members special benfit discounts for this service. We have worked directly with local VA agency wrksourcing and can vouch for their professional, seamless methods.

Benefits for ACE members.

ACE Members can take advantage of these special wrksourcing benefits:

1 – Exclusive 10% discount on Virtual Support Packages.

  • “We’re in Business” at $855/month (originally $950/month)
  • “Part-time Awesome” at $1,440/month (originally $1,600/month)
  • “Full-Throttle” at $2,700/month (originally $3,000/month)

All packages include: Dedicated Specialist; Client Success Manager; Ongoing Outsourcing Consultation; Secure Client Portal; Data Privacy Assured

2 – 10% off Project-Based Solutions (starting at $500) for projects such as CRM integration, website development, social media management, and more.

3 – Complimentary 30-minute Discovery Call to offer personalized outsourcing guidance and better understand your business needs.

4 – Dedicated Liaison provided by wrksourcing to be the go-to point of contact for any and all requests.

 5 – Access to Secure Communication & Resource Centre: Via Basecamp, ACE Coworking members will benefit from enhanced features on this secure platform. It serves as a convenient and secure space to communicate directly with wrksource’s team, access helpful resources, and manage requests efficiently. Easily find forms, request calls, or tasks, and utilize tools such as SOP templates and best practices, which are regularly updated.

Learn more about benefits ACE members enjoy!

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ACE Coworking Partners with wrksourcing, Oakville Based VA Agency

ACE Coworking Partners with wrksourcing, Oakville Based VA Agency

by | Oct 30, 2024 | Coworking News

ACE partners with virtual assistant agency for entrepreneurs.

We’ve been hearing about Virtual Assistants (VAs) a lot lately through our entrepreneur networks here at ACE Coworking. How about you? Do you use one? Do you know what a VA is? Curious to learn more…? Thanks to our new partnership with local VA Agency, wrksourcing, we can fill you in about “all things VA”!

Discounts for ACE members!

Starting November 2024, ACE members will benefit from discounted rates and special perks when hiring VAs through wrksourcing. “I’m thrilled about our new partnership” says Founder & CEO of wrksourcing, Tyler Cameron, “and I’m confident that it will bring great value to the ACE Coworking community.”

LEARN MORE ABOUT wrksourcing BENEFITS FOR ACE MEMBERS

What’s a virtal assistant?

Virtual Specialists and Assistants can be game-changers for busy small business owners. Whether handling administrative tasks, managing social media, or providing customer service, VAs can help take the weight off a business owner’s shoulders. They allow entrepreneurs to focus on what they do best—growing their business—without getting bogged down in everyday tasks.

Plus, virtual assistants are a cost-effective way to access specialized skills without the need to hire full-time employees, making them a flexible and smart solution for small businesses. Just like coworking offers on-demand and fractional use of space, so do VAs offer a flexible, fractional service.

Why worksourcing?

Sometimes working with a VA involves challenges around training and getting them up to speed with a project. It can also be hard to find a candidate who is reliable and/or a good fit skills-wise. This is why an agency like wrksourcing can make all the difference.

Hiring a VA through wrksourcing offers several advantages over hiring directly:

  • Reliability: they’ll provide backups if your VA is unavailable, ensuring consistency.
  • Pre-screened talent: they vet their VAs, saving you time and ensuring qualified professionals.
  • Support and management: they handle performance monitoring, so you spend less time managing the VA.
  • Scalability: you can easily adjust support as your business needs grow or change.
  • Accountability: they provide quality guarantees, giving you peace of mind that tasks will be completed well.

We have worked directly with wrksourcing and can vouch for their professional, seamless methods.

Learn more about wrksourcing and how virtual assistants can help your business.

On Wednesday, November 20, 2024, ACE Coworking is co-hosting a free Lunch & Learn Session with Tyler Cameron from wrksourcing. Attendees will get educated on what it’s like to work with a VA and have all their questions answered.

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ACE Coworking Celebrates Haltech’s Hi5 Pitch Competition Winner – Catapult Tactical XR

ACE Coworking Celebrates Haltech’s Hi5 Pitch Competition Winner – Catapult Tactical XR

by | Sep 27, 2024 | Coworking News

By Nancy Fornasiero

ACE Coworking is pleased and proud to be supporting an exciting new Ontario start-up dedicated to making our fire fighters safer. Catapult Tactical XR was the People’s Choice Winner at Haltech’s Hi5 Pitch Competition, which was sponsored in part by ACE Coworking. Part of the prize was an ACE membership, and that’s how the relationship started. Once we had a chance to experience their cutting-edge technology first-hand in a demo at our space, we became convinced that they are onto something unique and very effective. To say that we were impressed is an understatement.

Founded by a team of innovative tech experts and real-world fire fighters, Catapult Tactical XR emerged from the recognition of the need for better and safer training for all emergency responders. Recognizing that mixed reality can provide innovative and engaging training solutions, their first modules were designed.

CEO and Co-founder, Robyn Simpson, explains, “Fire fighters perform a dangerous job which requires extensive and ongoing training, but the training itself is expensive, destructive, dangerous, and less available than ever before due to safety and legislative concerns.” In her view, some scenarios are simply impossible to reproduce in a training environment.

Catapult Tactical creates mixed reality training tools that provide participants with a lived experience, or embodied cognition. This experiential learning helps form the muscle memory that is so critical to safety. With the brain tricked into believing the scenario is real, some participants even have visceral comments like “it was really warm in there.”

On Wednesday October 16, 5 to 8PM, Catapult Tactical, in cooperation with ACE Coworking, will be holding an information evening complete with demonstrations. Anyone interested in investment opportunities, fire safety education, or VR technology is welcome to attend.

Their target markets are both fire suppression and fire education organizations. They stand apart from their competitors for both immersion and realism. The start-up is currently raising money in a “Friends & Family” round.

For more information visit www.catapultdesignstudios.com

Or email Robyn.Simpson@CatapultDesignStudios.com

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60 Artists Collaborate with Residents and Businesses of Old Oakville

60 Artists Collaborate with Residents and Businesses of Old Oakville

by | Aug 21, 2024 | Coworking News

By Nancy Fornasiero

Again this year, ACE Coworking is excited to support a favourite event of ours: ART IN MY GARDEN. This wonderful neighbourhood initiative is the brainchild of one of our creative ACE members, Rachel Williams, who launched it back in 2021 as a joyful outdoor antidote to the pandemic shutdowns.

This year, almost 60 artists will be sharing work across 30 gardens in the picturesque, tree-lined neighborhood just south of our flagship location on Robinson Street in Old Oakville. Everyone is invited to take an afternoon to immerse themselves in an afternoon of art appreciation. 

In 2023, over 1500 visitors attended and enjoyed paintings, textiles, mosaics, letterpress activities, and captivating sculptures, with local homeowners and some St. Jude’s Church parishioners also contributing their own artistic flair.

ACE Coworking Counted as Community Sponsor

Many downtown Oakville businesses are supporting the event, with lead sponsors being local businesses: Niblock Real Estate, Proscape Land Design , and Chervin Kitchen & Bath. ACE is proud to be counted among the community sponsors. “This is what ACE Coworking does consistently – build community. Thank you for creating a space that fosters and supports local entrepreneurship and creativity!” says Rachel Williams.

Rachel attributes her event’s success mainly to the unwavering support of her local friends and neighbours who generously share their gardens: “The wonderful thing about how things have grown is that we have a list of local homeowners keen to be involved, and different artists applying to take part every year. We know it’s appreciated by everyone who comes, and by the artist community who have this amazing opportunity to share their work. This year more local businesses are becoming involved too and the day promises to have new art and interactive opportunities for everyone to try.” 

If you believe in supporting local artists and love to look at beautiful things, then you should definitely save the date for this fabulous FREE event: Saturday, September 7, 12–3pm.⁠ (Rain date Sunday September 8.)

This is Oakville at its best – offering a free, community-based arts initiative that was created to foster a sense of goodwill, celebrate local talents and inspire everyone to go a little slower to appreciate what we have right here at home.

 See the map of host locations to plan your day by visiting the event’s website. Stay in touch via their mailing list or watch Instagram (@artinmygarden)  for announcements. Hope to see you there!

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Ace Coworking Celebrates Coworking Day 2024

Ace Coworking Celebrates Coworking Day 2024

by | Aug 6, 2024 | Coworking News

By Nancy Fornasiero

Coworking Day, celebrated annually on August 9th, recognizes the collaborative spirit and innovative nature of coworking spaces worldwide. Coworking spaces are more than just a place to work; they are vibrant communities that offer numerous benefits to enhance your professional and personal life.

coworking space hot desks

5 Reasons Coworking Makes Your Life Better

1 Enhanced Productivity

Free from the distractions of home or your local coffee shops, all ACE locations are equipped with ergonomic furniture, high-speed internet, and essential office supplies waiting to get your day started whenever you are. You focus on the work, ACE takes care of keeping the office.

2 Improved Work-Life Balance

Even the most disciplined among us are challenged to maintaining a healthy work-life balance in the face or remote work. Blurred personal and professional lines often lead to longer work hours and increased stress. A dedicated workspace away from home, keeps work at the office where it belongs. We constantly hear from our members how their personal well-being has improved since working in our spaces.

3 Networking Opportunities

Over the years we have seen so many new businesses launch after a connection was made in our ACE community. Often, it’s the casual conversations in our lounges and around the coffee stations that lead to word-of-mouth marketing and new business opportunities.

4 Cost-Effective and Flexible Solutions

Traditional office spaces can burden freelancers and small businesses with high overhead costs and long-term leases. Coworking spaces offer cost-effective alternatives with flexible membership plans that cater to different needs and budgets — most beneficial for startups and entrepreneurs who may need to scale their operations up or down quickly without being tied to a long-term commitment.

5 Access to Premium Amenities

Coworking spaces come with a range of amenities that can enhance your work experience. These include high-speed internet, printing services, conference rooms, private phone booths, and even free coffee and snacks. At ACE we also offer a full calendar of networking, personal development, and wellness events. Partnering with local business groups helps our members expand their networks and boost their business successes!

Celebrate Coworking This Month with Ace Coworking!

Coworking spaces are more than just a place to work; they are vibrant communities that offer numerous benefits to enhance your professional and personal life. Members can choose from various options, such as daily passes, monthly memberships, or dedicated desks. Our offices can be rented by the day or for terms as short as 6 months. Jump aboard the Coworking bandwagon and celebrate National Coworking with us this month!

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ACE & OFFA 2024

ACE & OFFA 2024

by | May 29, 2024 | Coworking News

By Nancy Fornasiero

Again this year, ACE Coworking is excited to support a favourite event of ours: ART IN MY GARDEN. This wonderful neighbourhood initiative is the brainchild of one of our creative ACE members, Rachel Williams, who launched it back in 2021 as a joyful outdoor antidote to the pandemic shutdowns.

This year, almost 60 artists will be sharing work across 30 gardens in the picturesque, tree-lined neighborhood just south of our flagship location on Robinson Street in Old Oakville. Everyone is invited to take an afternoon to immerse themselves in an afternoon of art appreciation. 

In 2023, over 1500 visitors attended and enjoyed paintings, textiles, mosaics, letterpress activities, and captivating sculptures, with local homeowners and some St. Jude’s Church parishioners also contributing their own artistic flair.

ACE Coworking Counted as Community Sponsor

Many downtown Oakville businesses are supporting the event, with lead sponsors being local businesses: Niblock Real Estate, Proscape Land Design , and Chervin Kitchen & Bath. ACE is proud to be counted among the community sponsors. “This is what ACE Coworking does consistently – build community. Thank you for creating a space that fosters and supports local entrepreneurship and creativity!” says Rachel Williams.

Rachel attributes her event’s success mainly to the unwavering support of her local friends and neighbours who generously share their gardens: “The wonderful thing about how things have grown is that we have a list of local homeowners keen to be involved, and different artists applying to take part every year. We know it’s appreciated by everyone who comes, and by the artist community who have this amazing opportunity to share their work. This year more local businesses are becoming involved too and the day promises to have new art and interactive opportunities for everyone to try.” 

If you believe in supporting local artists and love to look at beautiful things, then you should definitely save the date for this fabulous FREE event: Saturday, September 7, 12–3pm.⁠ (Rain date Sunday September 8.)

This is Oakville at its best – offering a free, community-based arts initiative that was created to foster a sense of goodwill, celebrate local talents and inspire everyone to go a little slower to appreciate what we have right here at home.

 See the map of host locations to plan your day by visiting the event’s website. Stay in touch via their mailing list or watch Instagram (@artinmygarden)  for announcements. Hope to see you there!

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March 8 is International Women’s Day – Let’s Celebrate Together!

March 8 is International Women’s Day – Let’s Celebrate Together!

by | Feb 27, 2024 | Coworking News

By Nancy Fornasiero

International Women’s Day is a time to honour the achievements of women entrepreneurs, so naturally a women-owned business like ACE Coworking is excited to take part in the celebration!

We’re proud to support and serve 50 amazing “Acer” women in our community. We have the privilege of seeing them up close ­– creating, innovating, collaborating, and building impactful businesses and careers.

IWD is also a time to shine a light on female resilience, while at the same time serving as a platform to raise awareness about gender equality and systemic issues that still hinder the advancement of women all around the world. This year’s theme – “Inspire Inclusion” – reminds us that we still have work to do.

Most of all, celebrating this day fosters a sense of solidarity, encouraging women entrepreneurs to network, share experiences, and empower one another. Speaking of empowerment, we have a number of Oakville events to recommend this year that are sure to lift you up…

OFFA’s 4th Annual IWD Film Event

ACE is a long-time partner of the Oakville Film Festival (OFFA). Every year in March, OFFA celebrates women in film and the arts, and this year is no exception. There will be live music by award-winning singer/songwriter Sydney Mae, a presentation by Grandmother’s Voice and Butterfly Spirit Drum Circle of Women, and of course the main attraction, a critically acclaimed documentary: “500 Days in the Wild.” In it, award-winning director, cinematographer, and author, Dianne Whelan, recounts her personal story of resilience. The doc highlights issues related to conservation, climate change, diversity, and one woman’s unscripted personal journey of discovery: hiking, biking, paddling, snowshoeing and skiing across our breathtaking country! Partial proceeds from ticket sales go to The Women’s Centre of Halton, an important community organization that supports local women in crisis.

Monday, March 4, 6:15 PM – 10 PM
Film.ca Cinemas, 171 Speers Rd
Get your tickets here

TogetHER Evening

Downtown Oakville BIA is celebrating IWD2024 with their inaugural event: TogetHER. The event highlight will be a panel featuring three inspiring female founders: Ruth Tal (Fresh Kitchen & Juice Bar), Christine Peters (Lemonwood), and Hailey Bogaert (HB Face). All of these women launched their businesses locally and have scaled them to impressive heights. ACE founder, Nancy Fornasiero, will moderate the panel discussion and lead the Q&A. After the panel, attendees will enjoy cocktails and charcuterie, networking, and complimentary headshots. End the evening by sipping, shopping, and celebrating at a variety of Downtown Oakville businesses. Ticket revenue will be donated to the Oakville Zonta Club, which empowers women worldwide through service and advocacy. 

Friday, March 8, 4–6:30PM
Oakville Club, 56 Water St.
More info here

HERhalton Women’s Day Breakfast

Hosted by HALTECH, our local regional innovation center, this annual event always brings together the innovation and entrepreneur community from across Halton and beyond. (ACE Coworking is a proud community partner of the event again this year.) This is an event we never miss: a superb chance to hear inspiring stories, meet new interesting people, and celebrate the success of local women-led businesses. This year’s keynote speaker is Miryam Lazarte, Founder of Global Startups Accelerator and General Partner of GSA Ventures, a fund committed to investing in immigrant technology entrepreneurs. It’s sure to be a worthwhile morning of connecting and learning.

Thursday, March 21, 9–11AM
Burlington Golf & Country Club, 422 North Shore Blvd E
Sign up here

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2024 Honorary Ace Membership awarded to local not-for-profit, Bandology.

2024 Honorary Ace Membership awarded to local not-for-profit, Bandology.

by | Feb 7, 2024 | Coworking News

By Nancy Fornasiero

ACE Coworking is excited to announce that the recipient of our 2024 Honorary Membership is a wonderful local not-for-profit: Bandology.

“Bandology was willed into being by people who understand the multiple life-long benefits that music provides. United by common goals while participating in a high school music parent association, the co-founders were inspired to go beyond the classroom and into the community to help spread the love of music.”

The organization’s goal is simple: more music for more kids!

Since 2017, Bandology has been offering free resources and services to kids who would not otherwise have access to music education. Music workshops; percussion parties; support, resources and workshops for music educators; research initiatives; an instrument lending library; and most famously, Band Camp, in which students spend a week of the summer playing and interacting with other musicians their age. Unbelievably, this is just a fraction of all they do – visit their website to learn more. 

What’s an Honorary ACE Membership?

As a way of giving back to the community, every year at ACE Coworking we donate a free membership, including use of boardroom space, to a deserving local registered charity or NFP. We seek to partner with organizations who a) would benefit from the ability to meet in person but don’t have budget for space, b) help to make Oakville a better place to live, and c) possess values closely aligned with our own.

2023’s Honorary Member was Oakvillegreen, and we continue to have a friendly and supportive relationship with them!

This year we had many deserving applicants, but you might say that Bandology’s application really “struck a chord” with us – we knew that they’d be a great fit as we are also music lovers and big believers that the arts can enhance the lives of children and youth immeasurably. We are so honoured to be able to support the staff and volunteers that make Bandology tick.

Partnering with Community Leaders

We recently had the pleasure of meeting with Lisa Michaels, the Executive Director and Co-Founder of Bandology, along with her colleagues, Sandy Wright (Education Manager and Head of Programming) and Julianna Rutledge (Innovation Manager and Head of Operations). Together we came up with a plan for making their board meetings, training sessions, and staff meetings more professional and comfortable thanks to access to our coworking spaces and meeting rooms.

We looking forward to this exciting collaboration!

If you’re interested in the 2025 ACE Honorary Membership, follow ACE Coworking on LinkedIn or Instagram – or sign up for our newsletter – to learn when nominations/applications will open for next year.

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Honorary Ace Membership 2024 Call for Applications

Honorary Ace Membership 2024 Call for Applications

by | Nov 26, 2023 | Coworking News

By Nancy Fornasiero

November 28 is Giving Tuesday, the perfect time to announce that our applications for the 2024 Honorary ACE Membership has opened!

What’s Giving Tuesday

This is a day for Canadians to come together and donate to charities and causes that are important to them. This national day of giving was established to shift the focus off the over-the-top consumerism of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, and we are 100% behind that idea!

What’s an Honorary ACE Membership?

As a way of giving back to the community, every year at ACE we donate a free membership, including use of boardroom space, to a deserving local registered charity or NFP. We seek to partner with organizations who a) would benefit from the ability to meet in person but don’t have budget for space, b) help to make Oakville a better place to live, and c) possess values closely aligned with our own.

Honorary ACE Coworking Member 2023: Oakvillegreen

One of the founding principles of the coworking industry is sustainability and environmental responsibility, so the latest recipient of an honorary membership was a perfect fit for us. For the past year, Oakvillegreen has held their board meetings in our space free of charge, and we also support the organization by promoting their initiatives to our members and beyond through our digital platforms and at our in-person events. (Learn more about our partnership here.)

Recently Oakvillegreen thanked us in a special way. Did you know that the Latin name for a maple tree is “ACER”? Since this is what we call our members, they thought it would be a cool gesture to plant a maple (acer) tree here in Oakville and dedicate it to us. No thank-you was necessary, but we tree-huggers were really touched by the gesture!

We have been super proud to partner with Oakvillegreen. We will always be supporters of the group – but in terms of a formal membership arrangement, it’s time for us to spread the love to a new organization…

Honorary ACE Coworking Member 2024

We know that there are dozens of groups doing great work to make our town a better place, and their boards and committees are meeting around someone’s dining room table or in coffee shops, or entirely over video calls. They deserve better than that, and we would love to support them! With a free ACE membership, they would get all this:

  • 24/7 access to a professional office
  • coffee and tea for their meetings
  • boardroom access whenever needed, complete with technology for hybrid meetings
  • access to a podcast room
  • a mailing address (if needed)
  • promotion about their initiatives via our newsletter, social media feeds, and internal communications to our ACE members
  • access to host fundraisers or educational events in our space

Are you a part of (or know of) a worthy organization who would enjoy having physical headquarters to work from? Please do a good deed this Giving Tuesday by helping us spread the word!

We are accepting applications until Dec 24, 2023, and the recipient will be announced on January 5, 2024.

Interested organizations must fill in this application form in order to qualify. Questions? Email us (info@acecoworking.ca) for more information.

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ACE Celebrates Small Businesses!

ACE Celebrates Small Businesses!

by | Oct 20, 2023 | Ask an Acer - Expert Tips for Your Biz, Coworking News

By Nancy Fornasiero

October is Small Business Month in Ontario. At ACE Coworking, we like to use it as a time to both look forward to the opportunities that are in front of our company and look back on the successes and challenges we have experienced. One of the best parts of operating a coworking space is that we can amplify this by leaning on the experiences of our members too.

Entrepreneurship can be a lonely road to travel sometimes, but you don’t have to do it alone (and you certainly shouldn’t). A little advice and support can go a long way to helping you travel the steep mountains and deep valleys on the road to being your own boss.

This year, we asked some of our entrepreneur-members a simple but powerful question: “What do you wish you knew when you were just starting your business that you do know now?” We got some valuable feedback and hopefully their answers can help you and your business, even if you are not in start-up.

From Katherine Vellinga, CEO, Zirkova Vodka

 “You can’t plan for everything. I now realize that some of my biggest opportunities have come from the most unlikely places.”

 From Shez Mehra, owner, The 194 Group

“At the outset I didn’t understand that solutions to business problems require looking a little deeper. Whatever is on the surface isn’t usually the real problem.”

From Ravi Kulkarni, principal, RKCS

“When talking to prospective clients I wish I’d known to get to the answer quicker. Too often a lot of time and effort was spent in the sales cycle when the answer was always going to be a “no” anyway. Coming to that realization sooner would have allow me more time to properly strategize as well as allocate our time and resources more efficiently.”

From Gail Kaufman, independent consultant (J Gail Kaufman Advisory & Consulting)

“Being in totally uncharted territory is okay. And feeling that you don’t know exactly what you’re doing is okay. Part of the journey is to just keep putting one foot in front of the other.”

From Moatassem Moatez, CEO & Founder MyCourier

“Business doesn’t move in a straight line, so don’t make the mistake of getting married to your plan. Also, something I’ve learned along the way is the importance of reframing obstacles. Even the biggest problems sometimes lead to solutions and opportunities that can help you.”

From Jon Root, Creative Director & Founder, Look Local Magazine and Treehouse Creative Agency

“Believe that when you really go ‘all in’ you will find a way to meet every challenge. The hard work is worth it and, in the end, it will pay off.”

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ACE Coworking Loves Podcasts!

ACE Coworking Loves Podcasts!

by | Sep 27, 2023 | Ask an Acer - Expert Tips for Your Biz, Coworking News

By Nancy Fornasiero

Imagine if there were a day to celebrate the magic of podcasting and the incredible voices that make it all possible? Well, it already exists: it’s called International Podcasting Day and it’s marked every year on September 30.

Why So Popular?

Listening to podcasts is like having a best friend who’s always got something interesting to share. Covering everything from thrilling true-crime stories to deep dives into cool science discoveries to personal storytelling, there’s a podcast for everyone. Some of our favourites here at ACE Coworking are educational ones hosted by business leaders, marketing experts, or thought leadership gurus.

Whatever type you enjoy, I’m sure you’ll agree that the best thing about podcasts is that you can tune in from almost anywhere – during your commute, while sweating it out at the gym, or simply while cooking dinner or doing household chores.

Podcasts are no longer just a niche pastime, by the way. As of 2023 the number of podcast listeners worldwide has reached almost 500 million!

How to Choose a Podcast?

With over 5 million podcasts to tune into, offering a mind-boggling range of topics and voices, it can be hard to decide which one to choose. Start by asking your friends and coworkers which podcasts they enjoy – here at ACE Coworking, whether by the water cooler or over a lunch break, we’re always suggesting favourites to one another.

Speaking of which, I’d like suggest a few gems that might not yet be on your radar…

 Members of The Chamber 

If you like to know “what’s going on around town” then this podcast, produced by The Oakville Chamber of Commerce, is for you. The interviews help us as listeners learn about local industry, grow our networks, and feel more connected to the community in which we live and work.

As founder/operator of ACE, I was interviewed on the most recent episode of “Members of the Chamber.” I got to talk about the genesis of ACE, the coworking industry in general, and what makes our community at ACE unique. (Shout-outs were extended to several of our partners and members, so if you belong in that category be sure to tune in!)

Let’s Talk About Wellness & Talent

Lifestyle entrepreneur and coach, Che Marville, is a long-time ACE member, and a woman with an amazing network of fascinating professionals. Thanks to these relationships she has no shortage of interviewees for her episodes, which often motivate and inspire with their focus on the topics of wellness and talent. Che self-describes as being “dedicated to advancing holistic well-being and fostering inclusive dialogues.” If you’re interested in topics of personal growth, check it out here. (Pro tip: In Season 1 Episode 50, you’ll learn more about ACE Co-founder, Mark Fornasiero.)

Consulting Mastery

If you’re a B2B consultant of any kind, this one’s for you. Hosted by ACE members, Ahmad Munavar and Karie Miller, this podcast (also on video on YouTube) features an engaging back-and-forth banter with these two whip-smart experts from Boutique Growth Agency, AKA “The 90 Day Pipeline.” They invite you to join them to “explore the art of delivering outstanding client value, earning a higher income, and thriving in today’s marketplace.” (Hint: I really loved recent episode #8 called “You’re Not in Control.” If you also have control freak tendencies, be sure to check it out.) 

ACE’s New Podcast Room

Since so many of our members are involved in creating podcasts – as well as making and delivering webinars, online courses, YouTube videos, etc. – we decided to set up a dedicated room for all this to happen conveniently, professionally, and in style! The good news for you is that we are also renting out to the public. We even have an in-house videographer if you need professional support for recording, filming or editing your finished product. Contact us by email (info@acecoworking.ca) or by text (289-801-8731) to learn more.

So, for International Podcasting Day, how about joining us in the celebration? Tune into one of the above, or explore a new podcast that you’ve been meaning to get to. Let’s honour the voices that have made this medium a global sensation, shaping the way we learn, share, and connect with one another. 🎧

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The Scoop on Coffee in the Office

The Scoop on Coffee in the Office

by | Jul 5, 2023 | Ask an Acer - Expert Tips for Your Biz, Coworking News

One the things our members love most about the ACE Office “freebies” is our excellent coffee from Oakville’s Firebat Coffee Roasters. But some of us hit the café area with more frequency and urgency than others. It got us wondering: is there such a thing as too much of a good thing when it comes to caffeination?

We decided to check in with our resident health & wellness experts at the The FlipSide to explain the pros and cons. 

The Good News

You may think that the biggest benefit of drinking coffee is the jolt of energy it gives you, but did you know it also provides a nice dose of fibre and a boost to your cells?

According to Dr. Tim Spector, a cup of coffee has more fibre than a glass of orange juice (1.5 gm per cup of coffee vs 0.7 gm in same amount of OJ.). For many adults, coffee represents the main source of dietary fibre. The recommended daily intake is 28 grams of fibre, but definitely don’t drink 18 cups to get there!

The main source of nutrients for your gut bacteria is found in fibre, so your morning cup can be a very good thing – especially when you consider the fact that coffee is rich in a particular type of fibre that highly specialized microbes in your gut feed on exclusively.

Coffee also has a high concentration of polyphenols: compounds found in plants that impact our health positively. They play a major role in giving plants colour, favour, and micronutrients. Consuming plants high in polyphenols protects us against heart disease, regulates blood sugar, reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes, and slows the visible signs of aging.

Caffeine Fix vs Decaf

In nature, caffeine is an insect repellent created by plants for self-protection. In humans, caffeine acts as a psychoactive stimulant drug by activating an adrenaline delivery system to help enhance alertness, focus, concentration, and mental and physical performance. It takes 20 minutes to feel the jolt, and 5 to 7 hours to feel the crash once 50% of the caffeine has worn off. Key point? Caffeine does definitely affect your brain and nervous system.

If you enjoy coffee but don’t want caffeine, decaf is an option. However, beware: “decaffeinated” does not mean “non-caffeinated.” The most effective processes can remove up to 99% of the caffeine, but many products still have an active range of 3-10% caffeine.

The quid about decaf is that if you want to get the benefits of the coffee bean (fibre and polyphenols), but less caffeine, seek high-quality coffee. Decaffeination changes the density of the bean, rendering a darker and shiny look. Decaf also goes stale more quickly; experts suggest buying decaf in beans and grinding it yourself. Decaf is nearly as healthy if polyphenols are retained, but more research is needed given that current studies lack big numbers.

Coffee and Sleep

Two factors determine your wake-sleep cycle. One is circadian rhythm. The second – the important when we consider coffee – is what Dr. Matt Walker calls sleep pressure. It goes like this: upon waking, sleep pressure molecules start building in our brains. If unaltered, this continues to happen naturally for 12 to 16 hours, building natural fatigue which later in the day will put us to sleep. (This is part of the melatonin release process.) Caffeine has the power to artificially pause and modify this natural brain pattern.

Let’s explain with an example. Imagine your brain is a large empty theatre. Every morning, upon waking, the theatre opens its doors and sleep pressure molecules start coming in, slowly, occupying the seats, one by one. After a coffee, the theatre doors slam shut: no more sleep pressure molecules can enter to take a seat. But here’s the thing: sleep pressure is still lined up outside, waiting. While the doors are closed, you feel like a star on stage, performing full of energy and focus… until about 5 to 7 hours later when the caffeine starts to wear off. What happens then? The doors reopen and a crowd of sleep pressure molecules crash into the theatre, all at once. This is what we all know as the “caffeine crash.” This is also the moment when we think: “Oh, I need another coffee!”

And the process starts all over again.

What happens when we drink coffee later in the afternoon? At night, while trying to prep dinner or fall into a deep sleep, you get the crash of all those molecules trying to take their seats. If asleep, you may or may not wake up, but your brain will start a party for sure. Your sleep cycle will be interrupted, and you’ll wake the next morning fatigued feeling like you desperately need… a cup of coffee!

Moral of the Story

Coffee in and of itself is not a bad thing, in moderation. But beware if it’s become a crutch to make up for a lack of energy or continuous poor sleep, or the boost needed to hustle against time regardless of what your body is telling you. In the words of Dr. Spector: “if coffee damages your sleep, then all the benefits are irrelevant.”

Keen to learn more? Check out:

Podcast with Dr. Tim Spector: Is coffee healthy?

TedTalk with Matt Walker: How Caffeine Affects Your Sleep

Subscribe to The FlipSide newsletter or follow them @TheFlipSidePlan

ACE Coworking members, Rosana Fernandez and MV Anzola, are the co-founders of The FlipSide Plan. They are credentialed professional coaches known for designing, managing and delivering top-notch corporate wellness workshops and programs on health and productivity. Follow ACE Coworking & The FlipSide Plan on social media to stay up-to-date on our regular co-hosted Lunch & Learn Workshops, which you are welcome to attend!

 

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ACE Coworking Supports Independent Film

ACE Coworking Supports Independent Film

by | Jun 5, 2023 | Coworking News

Discover Ace Coworking, your ultimate support system for independent filmmakers. Collaborate, network, and thrive in a dynamic workspace designed for film professionals. Join us today!

About OFFA

The 2023 Oakville Film Festival highlights International, Canadian and Regional premieres along with independent films, documentaries, and short films. This not-to-be-missed local cultural event runs from Wednesday June 21 to Sunday June 27.

There’s an impressive selection of documentaries, feature films and shorts, including 3 GALA films on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday evenings. The galas feature Canadian and International Premieres, with guests from around the world participating in the festival. More info about all the screening options, including all-inclusive VIP Red Carpet passes can be found here.

Tickets range from $15 for a single admission to one showtime or online collection, to full-access passes with admission to unlimited movies, events, virtual shows, Q&As and parties throughout the week.

BlackBerry

ACE Coworking is the presenting sponsor of “BlackBerry” on Saturday June 24 at 6:30pm. It’s story of Canadian entrepreneurs Mike Lazaridis and Jim Balsillie: the men that charted the course of the spectacular rise and catastrophic demise of the world’s first smartphone. ACE is excited to present this much-anticipated dramedy by director/writer/producer Matt Johnson which has 98% on Rotten Tomatoes!

According to Peter Travers: “A fab cast led by Jay Baruchel and Glenn Howerton tells the sad but true story of the flame-out of the world’s first smartphone and the manchildren who created it. This raucous workplace comedy (think The Office) puts an unexpected lump in your throat.”

Great news for ACE members and friends: ACE has a limited number of FREE tickets to the BlackBerry screening which will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you would like to be on the VIP guest list, email info@acecoworking.ca (or text 289-801-8731) to request a complimentary pass.

Supporting Indie Filmmakers

ACE Coworking has a been long-time supporter of the local film festival. Over the years ACE founder, Nancy Fornasiero, has held volunteer positions with OFFA; ACE’s Robinson Street location has served as the venue for the OFFA gala afterparty; and ACE currently provides meeting space for OFFA’s hard-working board members. “We like to help anyway we can as we believe that supporting the arts and creative entrepreneurs makes Oakville a better place to live, learn, and have fun,” says Fornasiero.

In addition, ACE Coworking has actively supported and collaborated with local indie film-makers such as Cat Hostick (recent project “P is the new M”) and Jack Kukolic (recent project, Domestic Fowl).

“ACE Coworking has a reputation for encouraging start-ups and creatives, and it’s well-deserved. Nancy has stepped up a number of times to support my film projects, whether by making key introductions or being open to collaborations,” says Kukolic.

At the recent launch for OFFA2023, Wendy Donnan, the festival’s executive director said, “We’re really excited to have Nancy and ACE Coworking back this year, especially as presenting sponsor for the BlackBerry film.”

Donnan added: “We can’t wait to welcome everyone back all of our venues for this year’s festival, showing the best movies across Canada and around the world!”

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Morning Meditations at ACE Coworking

Morning Meditations at ACE Coworking

by | May 30, 2023 | Coworking News

Experience peaceful mornings at Ace Coworking with guided meditations. Start your day with tranquility and focus, fostering a productive and balanced work environment. Join us now!

Every Tuesday morning for the past two years a morning meditation group has been meeting at ACE Coworking. It’s led by our resident expert, Mark Fornasiero. And now this free 30-minute session is open to our friends and neighbours as well. Yes, that means you!

You don’t need any prior experience with meditation to join us – novices as well as practiced meditators are welcome. These are guided sittings; all you need is an open curious mind to get started.

How can a mindfulness practice improve one’s life? Meditation can help us to:

  • become better friends with our minds
  • manage our emotions
  • bring a more open, balanced awareness to everyday life

Mark’s sessions are based in the tradition of mindful awareness meditation, a secular approach to training the mind and creating a sense of balance and calm. There is no dogma or religion involved. The format is a 20-minute sitting followed by either a Q&A or a brief dharma talk.

We start promptly at 8:30 AM on Tuesdays in the ACE Coworking boardroom. 295 Robinson St, Suite 100. Please arrive a couple of minutes early to get settled in. (Note: street parking in front of our building is free before 9AM.)

To reserve your spot or to ask questions, email Mark directly: mark@clearinsightprogram.com

About Mark Fornasiero:

Mark is an accredited meditation instructor and founder of the Clear InsightProgram. “In 2012 I left a 25-year investment banking career behind to step into a future that felt completely foreign to me. A lifetime of habits that were too focused on short-term wins and external validation meant I didn’t have the tools to create the change I wanted to make.”

Ten years of focused meditation practice, silent retreats and deep study, have given Mark those vital tools to move forward with clarity. Today he shares his learnings with others through his Clear Insight Program, and also with visitors and members at ACE Coworking.

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ACE Annual Mother’s Day Pop-Up Shop

ACE Annual Mother’s Day Pop-Up Shop

by | May 1, 2023 | Coworking News

Mother’s Day PopUp Shop

Our Annual PopUp Shop Event includes vendors from our very own “ACE Family.” Just in time for Mother’s Day, they’ll have a variety of gift ideas for you to choose from. Come join us to browse or buy, and bring a friend!

It’s your chance to treat your mother – or yourself – to a unique gift. (A great time to pick up an end-of-year teacher gift or graduation gift too.)

Tuesday, May 9  10AM – 2PM

ACE Robinson Lounge

295 Robinson ST, Oakville

Muge Demirkesen: Enjoy Party Box

“Each of us is unique and so each of my gifts are unique as well! I curate gifts for your loved ones, whether baskets, boxes or other surprise bundles. I love to turn any day into a memorable one with creativity and flair! Anyone who enjoys life can be my customer!” Various price points to suit your budget.

Cara Penkett: Wishing Charms

Created in Bali by Cara Penkett, Handmade of 925 Sterling Silver, blessed with love. Wishing Charms bracelets hold a similar meaning to those given at Balinese ceremonies (Benang tri datu). Blessed by priests, they protect the wearer and are not to be taken off. Cara created Wishing Charms to bestow her kids with constant blessings during their move back to Canada. She is happy to share her charms with you.

Siobhan Kukolic:  Stella & Dot

Stella & Dot offers fashionable, affordable jewelry and accessories that help women style their own life. Treat yourself, a friend or a mom for Mother’s Day with some Stella & Dot jewelry and accessory samples. Prices are all half-off regular!! Plus pretty boxes for gifting.

Christine Da Costa: Decor by Christine

 Decorative Accents for the home, curated by one of the stylish experts at Aspire Design Group. “Where style meets home! Here you will find a collection of home decor pieces that inspire me. I have selected stylish, on-trend fashionable decor accents to hopefully create and reinforce your ‘sense of home.’”

Christa Dionne: Christa’s Tea Shop

 Christa will have some special yummy hot and cold brews ready for us to sample. Plus an array of items to purchase as gifts. “Health and wellness can start with a single sip. Sipology delivers nourishing ingredients to every cup. Steeping up delicious drinks – hot, cold, as a mocktail or a cocktail using all natural ingredients.”

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