YSpace Lassonde Launch Event

​YSpace Lassonde is excited to invite you to the official launch of YSpace Lassonde, hosted at the Sandbox, Bergeron Centre for Engineering Excellence.

​This inaugural launch event marks the introduction of YSpace Lassonde to the Lassonde School of Engineering community and celebrates the expansion of innovation and entrepreneurship support for Lassonde students.

​Attendees will get an inside look at upcoming workshops, programs, and student-focused initiatives designed to support innovators at every stage, whether you’re exploring an idea, building a prototype, or preparing to launch a venture.

What to expect:

• ​A formal program launch and 2026 roadmap preview

• ​A live AMA (Ask Me Anything) with the YSpace team

• ​Interactive games and giveaways

• ​Snacks and networking with peers, mentors, and ecosystem partners

​Join us as we celebrate this exciting new chapter for innovation at Lassonde and discover how YSpace Lassonde can support your entrepreneurial journey.

​Program Launch

​Hear from Dean Jane Goodyer, alongside David Kwok and Chris Carder, as they share the vision behind YSpace Lassonde, the opportunities it unlocks for students, and how innovation and leadership continue to shape the Lassonde experience. The team will also preview the 2026 programming roadmap, outlining what students can expect in the year ahead.

​Meet the New YSpace Lassonde Entrepreneur in Residence – AMA with Helen Kontozopoulos

​Join a 30-minute Ask Me Anything with Helen Kontozopoulos, Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) at YSpace Lassonde, Co-Founder of ODAIA.ai and Founder & CEO of Resiin.

​Helen supports student founders in developing ideas, refining products, and navigating early-stage entrepreneurship. In this interactive AMA, she’ll share insights on student pathways, founder mindset, and how to make the most of YSpace Lassonde’s resources, followed by live Q&A.