Join the community
that builds founders.
TECDE membership gives you access to Ottawa's most driven entrepreneurship network — events, competitions, mentorship, and the people who will shape your career.
What you get as a member.
Exclusive Networking
Access to members-only events, mixers, and direct introductions to Ottawa's entrepreneurial community.
Competition Access
Priority registration and coaching for the Desjardins Elevator Pitch and other competitions with real prizes.
Discounted Tickets
Member pricing on all TECDE flagship events including the ELLE Gala and Toast to Success Business Dinner.
Resources & Workshops
Exclusive workshops, speaker sessions, and a growing library of entrepreneurship resources.
Choose your level.
General Member
Open to all uOttawa students. Get access to our community and public events.
- Access to public TECDE events
- TECDE newsletter
- Community Discord access
- Discounted event tickets
Active Member
For students who want the full TECDE experience — events and exclusive perks.
- Everything in General
- Priority event registration
- Members-only networking events
- Access to sponsor resume book
- TECDE member card
Membership Application
Applications take about 5 minutes. We review all submissions and follow up within one week.
Common questions.
Any student currently enrolled at the University of Ottawa is eligible to apply. You do not need to be in the Telfer School of Management.
We accept applications at the start of each semester — September for Fall and January for Winter. Applications typically close within 2–3 weeks of opening.
General membership is open to all applicants. Active membership may include a short interview to ensure a good fit with the community.
We primarily onboard members at the start of each semester, but reach out to us directly if you're interested in joining mid-semester.
There is no mandatory time commitment for members. We encourage you to attend events and engage with the community as much as your schedule allows.