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SUMMARY:CQCC 2025-2026 Trade Mission Series
DESCRIPTION:Expand your business horizons with CQCC’s upcoming Trade Missions! \n\n\n\nCQCC’s Global Program is excited to announce a series of domestic and international Trade Missions running now through March 2026\, to key markets including: Toronto (completed!)\, Japan/Taiwan\, France\, and Brazil/Colombia. \n\n\n\nNOTE: CQCC is monitoring the unfolding situation in Venezuela alongside our international affiliates in the region\, and will communicate directly with interested parties and confirmed delegates should any details around the trade missions\, particularly those to Brazil and Colombia\, change.  \n\n\n\nThese missions are designed to open doors and spark connections through curated B2B matchmaking\, market briefings\, trade fair-style showcases\, conferences\, and high-value networking with SMEs and corporate buyers. \n\n\n\nYou don’t need to be a certified supplier to participate! This initiative is specifically aimed at promoting LGBTQ+ and SME businesses and entrepreneurs—even those new to CQCC. All 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs and other diverse-owned organizations are encouraged to submit an application\, including those with minority LGBTQ+ ownership. \n\n\n\nWe’re aiming to build broad networks and engage corporate partners overseas. Exact dates and locations will be confirmed directly with accepted participants. \n\n\n\n\nPre-register here!\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect:\n\n\n\nDelegates will gain access to a curated mix of: \n\n\n\n\nB2B matchmaking with SMEs and corporate buyers\n\n\n\nMarket briefings and trade fair-style showcases\n\n\n\nConferences and high-value networking opportunities\n\n\n\n\nFinancial Support Available:\n\n\n\nEligible participants may qualify for up to 50% reimbursement\, covering: \n\n\n\n\nEconomy roundtrip airfare\n\n\n\nPer diem towards meals and accommodation (roughly $250 per day)\n\n\n\nReduced registration costs/Promo rates for hotel and airfare as available\n\n\n\nParticipants can join multiple Trade Missions: please only apply to missions you are able to join if accepted.\n\n\n\n\nImportant Details:\n\n\n\n\nParticipants can join multiple Trade Missions—apply only for those you can attend if accepted.\n\n\n\nCompleting the pre-registration form does not guarantee participation. Final delegation will be determined by CQCC in consultation with partners.\n\n\n\nCQCC continues to monitor the unfolding situation in Venezuela alongside our international affiliate partners in the region. We will communicate directly with interested parties and confirmed delegates should any details for upcoming trade missions change as a result. \n\n\n\n\nRegister today!
URL:https://queerchamber.ca/event/cqcc-trade-mission-series/
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SUMMARY:Webinar Wednesday: Applying for a business loan — What is the bank looking for?
DESCRIPTION:Starting a business is hard. Finding fair financing should not be. In this active and welcoming session from BMO\, we will walk new and existing business owners through a clear path to getting a startup loan in Canada. You will learn how to choose the right product for your need\, how lenders decide on approvals\, and what simple steps can strengthen your application. We will explain key terms in plain English.  \n\n\n\nAccess to funding should never be out of reach\, especially for entrepreneurs who have historically been underserved.  \n\n\n\nWe will break down the different types of loans available\, explain what lenders look for\, and share practical steps that can help improve your chances of approval. \n\n\n\nThis session is designed to be active and engaging. We will use real examples\, open discussion time\, and simple explanations that make the loan process easier to understand. Whether you are starting something new or growing your current business\, you will learn what you need\, why lenders ask for certain documents\, and how we can work together to help you access the capital you deserve. \n\n\n\nOur goal is to make the process less confusing\, more inclusive\, and more successful for Canadian 2SLGBTQIA+ founders. \n\n\n\nKey takeaways:Leave this session with a clear\, simple path to get your startup financed in Canada.  \n\n\n\nYou will learn how to choose the right product for your need\, how much to borrow and why\, and how lenders make approval decisions. We will show you\, in plain English\, how to prove repayment and present your business with confidence. You will hear/practice a short lender pitch. \n\n\n\nYou will understand what is different for startups and how to turn that into strengths. We will focus on the people\, the plan\, and proof that customers want what you sell. We will show you how owner equity\, early traction\, and collateral can improve your odds. We will also explain when a line of credit fits working capital\, when a term loan or lease fits equipment\, and when a government backed option like the Canada Small Business Financing Program may help a new business qualify. \n\n\n\n\n    \n        Our Team    \n\n            \n                            \n                    \n                                                    \n                                                            \n                        \n                        \n                            \n                                Kevin Cao (He/Him)                            \n\n                                                            \n                                    Senior Relationship Manager\, Business Banking                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                            \n                                    BMO Bank of Montreal
URL:https://queerchamber.ca/event/webinar-wednesday-applying-for-a-business-loan-what-is-the-bank-looking-for/
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