Join U of T Engineering’s dynamic community of partners just steps from campus.
U of T Engineering plays a critical role in supporting industry partners by translating cutting-edge research into sustainable, actionable solutions. To further our commitment to current and future partners, we created the U of T Engineering Partnerships Office at 800 Bay Street to put companies closer to the action, with flexible co-location opportunities.
Whether your company is looking to establish a foothold in Toronto or grow its connections to key campus and government contacts, the U of T Engineering Partnerships Office is your gateway to unparalleled resources, facilities, expertise and mutually beneficial collaboration.
What is the Engineering Partnerships Office?
- A dynamic, interconnected co-location centre where companies thrive together in partnership with U of T Engineering — all under one roof in the heart of downtown Toronto.
- Partners license private office space at our facility, embedded within a community of companies, researchers and entrepreneurs.
- Co-located companies benefit from amenities, resources and convenience while tapping into an ecosystem that fosters rich collaboration.
Who can co-locate here?
- We welcome innovation-driven organizations seeking a presence in Toronto’s Discovery District, including Canadian companies, multinationals, SMEs, startups and not-for-profits.
- Those who co-locate here seek partnership with U of T Engineering to advance their company’s research and innovation goals.
- The perfect opportunity for international companies looking for a soft landing space and an address of incorporation in Toronto.
Why co-locate with us?
- Establish your presence in Toronto by integrating into Canada’s leading innovation ecosystem.
- Elevate your R&D capabilities by partnering with leading researchers, leveraging cutting-edge facilities, and tapping future talent from Canada’s #1 engineering school.
- Advance among like-minded companies where collaboration and innovation are part of our collective purpose.
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Proximity is power
Co-locate in the Engineering Partnerships Office and join world-class innovators in a dynamic neighbourhood of researchers, students, innovation agencies, multinationals and startups.
- Nestled between Toronto’s Discovery District and Financial District
- 5-minute walk to MaRS and Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus
- 10-minute walk to U of T’s St. George campus
- 1-minute walk from College Street subway station
- 12-minute subway ride to Union Station, with connections to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Billy Bishop Airport (YTZ)
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- Engineering Partnerships Office at 800 Bay Street
- Schwartz-Reisman Innovation Campus
- MaRS Discovery District
- U of T-affiliated teaching and research hospitals
- U of T Pharmacy building
- U of T Medicine cluster
- U of T Engineering cluster
- U of T Arts & Science cluster
- Rotman School of Management
Space details & amenities
Dedicated office space available to accommodate teams of all sizes. License office space at the Engineering Partnerships Office and gain access to:
Videoconferencing-enabled rooms for large meetings (20 people) and smaller groups
Shared kitchen and lounges
Furnishings available
24/7 secure access
High speed internet
Mail service
Floor plan
The U of T Engineering Partnerships Office has several spaces available for co-location, from single desks to large private offices perfect for teams of up to 18 people. Contact us for a tour!
Leasing opportunities - available spaces
For leasing inquiries, please contact the University of Toronto Engineering Partnerships team
Executive office suite
Establish your team in the heart of downtown Toronto with this professional office suite. It features four private executive offices in a thoughtfully designed workspace, offering both privacy and collaboration. Ideal for corporate teams, global organizations or innovation groups seeking a central Toronto location with access to high-quality shared facilities.
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Large private office
This 124 sq m office suite offers a flexible layout suitable for growing teams, research groups and corporate innovation units.
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Rentable single desks
Ideal for independent professionals, researchers, founders, or remote team members, our rentable single desks offer a flexible and professional workspace within a dynamic academic and innovation environment.
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* These renderings are representative views created with input from MS Co-pilot. We encourage you to book a tour to view our leasable spaces.
Meet our current occupants
AGE-WELL is a unique Canadian network that brings partners together to develop technologies and services for healthy aging.
Aston Dynamics embodies a legacy of more than 90 years in hydraulic engineering, driving the creation of state-of-the-art braking systems.
Ventus Analytique specializes in the production of cutting-edge floating lidars and advancing renewable energies.
Chatforce enables clients to build a workforce of customizable AI agents to perform complex tasks.
Peripheral Labs is developing the next generation of volumetric capture software.
Cratos is a solutions-oriented management consultancy shaping the digital future of customers across a range of sectors.
CLT Centre is advancing mass timber construction through a decentralized micro-plant network and precision fabrication to accelerate sustainable building across North America.
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Lease space today
For inquires about leasing at our co-location, please contact:
Adriano Vissa, PhD
Executive Director, Partnerships
Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering