A networking event May 16 in the Entrepreneurship Practice and Innovation Centre (EPICentre) will celebrate the cultural heritage of Asian communities in Canada and to honour the achievements and contributions of individuals of Asian origin who have played a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s identity.

“Connect For: a Celebration of Asian Heritage” will showcase entrepreneurs of Asian descent, in partnership with the Small Business and Entrepreneurship Centre and the Middle Eastern Student Association, highlighting the ingenuity, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit of Asian innovators within the community.

It will run 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday in the EPICentre offices on the second floor of the Joyce Entrepreneurship Centre. Admission is free; register here to reserve your spot.