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CQCC Statement of Solidarity
This Pride Month, we fiercely defend the entire 2SLGBTQI+ community, standing up against the violence, persecution, and hatred that we’ve seen sweeping across the world. We share your heartbreak and anger and we will not succumb to apathy. We want our members to know that we are here for you, and will continue to offer…
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CQCC’s historic 2SLGBTQI+Q Trade Mission, a first to the UK and EU, expands global export relationships for community-driven Canadian businesses.
Through Trade Missions like these, CQCC’s Global Program connects businesses across the world and demonstrates exceptional value to all involved. Through its Global Program, the Canadian 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce […]
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The first Canadian 2SLGBTQI+Q Trade Delegation to the United Kingdom and Europe marks a new chapter in fostering a more inclusive Canadian economy.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TORONTO, ON – March 8, 2023 – Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CQCC) in partnership with its global affiliates, East Meets West and Out Britain, are conducting […]
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Inclusive Business Practices: The Best Way for Small Businesses to Grow
Originally published in Canadian SME, CEO and Founder Darrell Schuurman explores how to create access and opportunities for community-owned and -supported businesses across the country.
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CQCC’s 7th Annual Black & White Gala: We were unstoppable!
The CQCC hosted its biggest ever Black & White Gala, bringing out the best in the Canadian 2SLGBTQI+ business community on November 11, 2022 at the Carlu in Toronto. We […]
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Business Leadership Award Winners Announced
The winners of the 2022 2SLGBTQI+ Business Leadership Awards have been announced by Canadian Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (CQCC). Over 500 attendees gathered at the Carlu in Toronto […]
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Founder and Legacy Award Winners Announced for 2022!
Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CQCC) today announced the recipients of the prestigious Founder and Legacy Awards, as part of their 2022 Business Leadership Awards. These awards celebrate and honour individuals who have helped champion diversity, inclusion, and economic growth in the Canadian 2SLGBTQI+ community.
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And the Nominees are…
Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CQCC) today announced the Finalists for the 2022 Business Leadership Awards. These awards celebrate and honour individuals and companies who have helped champion diversity, inclusion, and economic growth in the Canadian 2SLGBTQI+ community.
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State of Canadian Supplier Diversity Report
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETORONTO, ON – SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 Canadian firms attribute their success to the recognition and realization of the business benefits to the inclusion of a diverse supplier base. […]
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Lived experiences of 2S2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurs explored in report
CQCC and the Diversity Institute explore Access and Equity for 2S2SLGBTQI+ Businesses in Canada in recent report Providing an account of the lived experiences of 2S2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs in Canada, Ted […]
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Don’t Roll the Dice: Canada’s Need to Equal the Playing Field for 2SLGBTQI+ Founders
CQCC’s Darrell Schuurman and Kayla Isabelle from Startup Canada explore the clear gap in tools, programs, and resources for 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs in this co-written article.
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Government of Canada supports 2SLGBTQI+Q2+ tourism in southern Ontario
Today, on behalf of the Honourable Helena Jaczek, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate […]