Skip to main content
  • About the Wood Centre
  • Meet the Wood Centre Team
  • Advisory Board
  • Location and Hours
  • Student Awards
  • Current Events
  • Past Events
  • MakerSpace
  • Equipment Rentals
  • Equipment and Tutorials
  • MakerSpace FAQ
  • Hub Incubator
  • Meet The Founders
  • Apply to the Hub!
  • Hub Incubator Awards
  • Meet our Mentors
  • LaunchLab Expo
  • 2026 Expo Recap
  • The Innovation Toolkit
VentureLab
Am image of a brown brick building

Current Events

  1. U of G Homepage
  2. John F. Wood Centre
  3. Events

Wood Centre Events

Whether you're interested in building new skills, connecting with like-minded peers, or exploring creative ideas beyond the classroom, we offer a range of events designed to support innovation and experimentation. Our lineup includes hands-on opportunities to prototype and bring ideas to life using Makerspace tools such as 3D printers, laser engravers, and Cricut machines, alongside sessions in digital design and sewing—helping you develop practical skills that can spark and support entrepreneurial thinking.

Workshops are designed to be engaging, beginner-friendly, and a fun way to learn new skills in a supportive environment. Registration is available and encouraged to secure your spot, but is not required to attend a workshop, drop-ins are always welcome. We hope to see you in the Makerspace!

Register for Events
Stay Connected
Follow Us!
Past Events

Fall 2026 Events

To register for any of the events listed below, please visit our GryphLife page. There you'll find event details, registration links, and the most up-to-date information for all upcoming Wood Centre events.

The MakerSpace offers student-led workshops every Tuesday from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM. These workshops are designed and delivered by our team of student staff, fostering peer-to-peer learning.

Materials and equipment are typically provided free of charge.

DateTopic
September 223D Modeling with Tinkercad
September 29Learn to Use Inkscape
October 6Design Embroidery Files
October 20Use the Embroidery Machine
October 22

Guest Workshop: Wallet Making with Stoic Leather

*Registration required, limited availability

October 27Learn to Sew
November 3Learn to 3D Print
November 10Create Custom Block Prints
November 17Customize a Tote Bag
November 24Laser Engrave an Ornament
December 1Design Holiday Cards with the Cricut

Hub Incubator Information Session

Join us on September 14 to learn more about the Hub Incubator's IgniteLab program and how to submit a strong application. This session will provide an overview of the Hub Incubator, the IgniteLab experience, eligibility requirements, and the application process. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions during a live Q&A session.

  • Date: September 14
  • Time: 2 PM - 3 PM
  • Location: Macdonald Hall, Room 107

VentureLab Information Session


Join us for an upcoming VentureLab Information Session to learn how the program can help you grow your business or side hustle. Whether you're selling handmade products, offering graphic design services, running a window-washing business, building an online business, or developing your next big idea, this session will provide an overview of the VentureLab experience, program benefits, eligibility requirements, and application process. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions during a live Q&A session and learn how VentureLab can help turn their work into a stronger, more sustainable business.

  • Date: September 17
  • Time: 12 PM - 1 PM
  • Location: Macdonald Hall, Room 107

Ideathon (Hosted by Enactus)

This all-day event walks students through the creative problem solving process to develop innovative solutions to real-world problems.

  • Date: October 3
  • Time: All Day
  • Location: Macdonald Hall

IdeaLab Sprint

Learn how to identify problems worth solving and explore creative approaches to developing innovative solutions in this hands-on workshop.

  • Date: October 26
  • Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location: University Centre, Room 442

Winter Entrepreneurship Programs Info Session

Do you have a business idea? Discover what programs at the Wood Centre can help you launch and grow your business. This session will be offered both in-person and virtually.

  • Date: November 12
    • Session 1: 12 PM - 1 PM (In-person, Macdonald Hall Room 107)
    • Session 2: 7 PM - 8 PM (Virtual, Microsoft Teams)

Open Pitch Night

Interested in the Hub Incubator’s LaunchLab program and ready to pitch your business? Join us at the Bullring for Open Pitch Night!

  • Date: November 19
  • Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location: The Bullring

IgniteLab Pitch Competition

Come support student businesses by attending the IgniteLab Pitch Competition. Register to attend - more information to come.

  • Date: December 3
  • Time: 10 AM - 12 PM
  • Location: Mackinnon 113

Building a service-based business, side gig, innovative product, or just want general business advice? Chat with our Entrepreneur In Residence for practical advice on starting, scaling, pricing, operations, and turning hands-on experience into a sustainable business.

All meetings are scheduled for 20 minutes and will be held in Macdonald Hall, Room 108.

Register here.

group of photos of students in Makerspace
a series of photos of students in the MakerSpace
Wood Centre Logo

The John F. Wood Centre for Business and Student Enterprise is developing innovators and entrepreneurs at the University of Guelph. We look for innovative and sustainable solutions to economic, social and environmental problems. It is through this mission that we empower a new generation of business leaders committed to community engagement and a sustainable future. We instill in our students a sense of social responsibility and leadership, character-building values that help develop citizenship. We help to bring ideas to life!