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Easylens Workshop & Speed Challenge

Name: Easylens Workshop & Speed Challenge
Start: 2026-11-12T17:30:00-05:00
End: 2026-11-12T21:30:00-05:00
Location: Snapchat Toronto Office

EWEasylens x Snapchat

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when12 Nov 2026

whereSnapchat Toronto Office

priceFree

formatIn-Person

organiserEasylens x Snapchat

about this event

Easylens Workshop & Speed Challenge × Snapchat: from your first prompt to a published Snapchat Lens. Join us at the Snapchat Toronto office for an interactive workshop and creative speed challenge where AI meets augmented reality!

In collaboration with the Rotman Commerce Entrepreneurship Organization (RCEO), we're bringing together the GTA's students, designers, developers, and creators to learn, connect, and build with Easylens. Whether you're an experienced builder or completely new to lens creation, you'll learn how to turn simple ideas into interactive Snapchat Lenses using generative AI. Then, put your creativity to the test in a fun, fast-paced challenge! No prior experience required!

✨ What to Expect Discover Easylens: Learn how to create Snapchat Lenses using simple text prompts and generative AI. Live Demos: Explore tools like Face GenAI, AI Video Transform, and Dreams Animated. Creative Speed Challenge: Put your new skills to the test! You'll have a limited time to design and build your own Snapchat Lens. Showcase Your Creations: Share what you've built, explore other participants' ideas, and get inspired. Get Hackathon-Ready: Learn what makes a standout lens and prepare for the Easylens Global Hackathon. Meet the Community: Connect with fellow designers, developers, and creators over food and networking.

🕒 Event Agenda Welcome & Networking - Meet fellow creators, grab some food, and settle in at the Snapchat office. Easylens Workshop & Live Demos - Get introduced to Easylens, explore its AI-powered tools, and learn how to create your first lens. Creative Speed Challenge - Time to build! Turn your ideas into a Snapchat Lens in a fast-paced, hands-on creative challenge. Showcase & Wrap-Up - Share your creations, celebrate everyone's work, and connect with the community.

📍 Event Details 📅 Thursday, November 12, 2026 📍 Snapchat Toronto Office - Downtown Toronto, exact location shared after registration ⏱️ Time: Doors open at 5:30PM, event starts at 6:00PM 🎟️ Free admission | Limited spots available 💻 Bring your laptop!

Meet Your Hosts This event is brought to you by the Snapchat Toronto office team, alongside Qurb E, Feyza, Mohamed, Ayoub, Heidi, and Swan, who will guide participants through the workshop and creative speed challenge.

📸 Photography & Media Notice Photography and video recording may take place during the event. By attending, you consent to photos and videos featuring you being captured and shared by the event organizers and partners for promotional, social media, and community purposes. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please notify an organizer upon arrival.

Learn the tools. Take on the challenge. Create something worth sharing. We can't wait to see what you build!

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Creative Speed Challenge

A fast-paced, hands-on challenge in which participants have a limited time to design and build their own Snapchat Lens and then showcase their creations.

when

Thursday, November 12, 202617:30–21:30 EST

Easylens Workshop & Speed Challenge × Snapchat

Doors open at 5:30 PM; the event starts at 6:00 PM. Agenda: welcome and networking, Easylens workshop and live demos, creative speed challenge, then showcase and wrap-up.

◍ Snapchat Toronto Office

tickets

Ticket types, prices and availability for Easylens Workshop & Speed Challenge
tickets	price	Fee	Status	description
Free Admission	Free	None	Available	Free admission with limited spots available; the exact location is shared after registration.

faq

Do I need prior experience to take part?+

No. No prior experience is required — whether you are an experienced builder or completely new to lens creation, the workshop will show you how to turn simple ideas into interactive Snapchat Lenses using generative AI.

What should I bring?+

Bring your laptop.

Where exactly is the event held?+

At the Snapchat Toronto Office in Downtown Toronto. The exact location is shared after registration.

How much does it cost?+

Admission is free, and spots are limited.

When does it start?+

On Thursday, November 12, 2026. Doors open at 5:30 PM and the event starts at 6:00 PM.

Will I be photographed or recorded?+

Photography and video recording may take place during the event, and by attending you consent to photos and videos featuring you being captured and shared by the organizers and partners for promotional, social media, and community purposes. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, notify an organizer upon arrival.