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Evening · Dinner Event

Dinner at AERA

September 22, 2026 · 5:30 PM · 38th Floor, Toronto

The best decisions don't happen on stage. They happen over a meal, when the agenda is gone and the conversation gets honest.

AERA brings together exceptional design and culinary innovation, elevated classics and steakhouse favourites paired with panoramic city views. Join us for an evening of refined dining, conversation, and celebration.

One King West Hotel.

Experience One King West Hotel, one of Toronto's most acclaimed boutique hotels, highly regarded for its ambience, luxury amenities and award-winning customer service.

Ideally located in the heart of downtown Toronto at the corner of King and Yonge streets. Settle into a sophisticated suite in the historic Dominion Bank Building or Toronto's famed "Sliver" tower.

Room Reservations

The group rate is $425 per night plus applicable taxes. Book before the reservation cut-off, August 7, 2026.

When calling or booking, please inform the reservation team that you are part of the The Forge to receive the group rate.

Reserve your room

Address1 King Street West, Toronto, ON M5H 1A1

Phone+1-866-470-5464

Emailreservations@onekingwest.com

Webonekingwest.com

Reservation cut-off: Book by August 7, 2026 to secure your room at the group rate.

Good to know.

Registration closes once capacity is reached. Early confirmation is encouraged.

Full conference access across both days, all sessions, networking events, and catered meals are included with your registration.

Business casual is recommended. Dress comfortably while maintaining a professional standard appropriate to the setting.

This is a by-invitation event. Additional attendees from your firm may be considered, please indicate this in your registration notes and we will follow up.

The Quay, 100 Queens Quay East
Paid underground parking at Impark lot 526. Hourly: $10 · Day max: $25 · Evening flat: $15

Aera, 8 Spadina Ave. #3800
Paid underground parking off Wellington St., west of Spadina. Located on P3, east end of the garage. Take guest elevators in the lobby of 8 Spadina to the 38th floor.

One King West Hotel, 1 King Street West
Valet parking available. Overnight valet: $60 + HST · 3-hour valet (8am–4pm): $45 + HST · Self-parking: 18 Wellington St W (10% discount via Indigo Portal). Valet entrance on Melinda Street.

Uber, Taxi, and the TTC (bus, streetcar, subway) are also efficient options between venues.

Discussions that foster agency.

Dinner at AERA

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One King West Hotel.

Room Reservations

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