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new trade missions set to accelerate inclusive economic growth in 2026
Canada’s LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs are stepping onto the global stage. CQCC’s 2026 Trade Missions connect queer-owned businesses to new markets, international buyers, and opportunities for growth, helping Canada lead in inclusive economic expansion.
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Exploratory Trade Mission: CQCC Delegation to Mexico City
In Mexico City, 10 Canadian LGBTQ+ SMEs participated in Pride Connection’s México Summit.
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Announcing the 2024 2SLGBTQI+ Business Leadership Awards’ Finalists
And the nominees are in…the 2024 Business Leadership Awards’ Finalists have been announced!
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Lesbians Who Tech: Empowering Leaders in NYC
An impactful Trade Mission to New York City, where a delegation of 9 Canadian business leaders joined the renowned ‘Lesbians Who Tech Summit’.
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48 Degrees of Smoking Hot Trade Mission Success in Palm Springs, California
Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CQCC) organized a Trade Mission to Palm Springs, as part of the world’s largest LGBTQ+ business event, United States’s National LGBT Chamber of Commerce’s (NGLCC)
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Successful Conclusion of Historic Trade Mission to São Paulo, Brazil
As the first all Queer business delegation from Canada, CQCC organized a historic Trade Mission to São Paulo, Brazil, focusing on promoting businesses within the 2SLGBTQI+ community. With the support
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CQCC’s 8th Annual Black & White Gala and 20th Anniversary celebration: We Ignited the North!
Thank you to everyone for coming to CQCC’s 8th annual Black & White Gala and 20th Anniversary celebration, an evening that was truly special!
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Announcing the 2023 2SLGBTQI+ Business Leadership Awards’ Winners!
CQCC is proud to announce this year’s 2SLGBTQI+ Business Leadership Award winners!
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Announcing the 2023 2SLGBTQI+ Business Leadership Awards’ Finalists
And the nominees are in…the 2023 Business Leadership Awards’ Finalists have been announced!
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Celebrating international successes: CQCC Trade Mission recap, with gratitude
At Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CQCC), we celebrate and value the power of inclusivity and collaboration. Our recent Trade Mission to Denver, USA, from August 15th to 18th, 2023,
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Celebrating 20 years of diversity and inclusion in Canada
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETORONTO, ON – AUGUST 30, 2023 CQCC celebrates two decades of effectively connecting 2SLGBTQI+ businesses, government, corporate members, and community partners. This year marks the 20th anniversary of
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CQCC named Global Affiliate Chamber of the Year
Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CQCC) recognized as the Global Affiliate Chamber of the Year by the National 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC). This prestigious award not only acknowledges CQCC’s