BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CQCC: Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://queerchamber.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for CQCC: Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251101T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221403 CREATED:20251101T181142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T142352Z UID:10002206-1761984000-1774976400@queerchamber.ca 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/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://queerchamber.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/11/2025-2026-New-Trade-Missions-Banner-no-HFX.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260330T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260330T140000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221403 CREATED:20260129T180631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T172257Z UID:10002213-1774861200-1774879200@queerchamber.ca SUMMARY:Q-EDGE DESCRIPTION:Join us in Ottawa on March 30 for Q‑EDGE\, CQCC’s inaugural Economic Development & Growth Exchange—created to advance 2SLGBTQI+ economic prosperity and strengthen our business ecosystem. \n\n\n\nThis high‑energy\, in‑person event will bring together 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs\, innovators\, and ecosystem partners. The day includes open networking and a tradeshow\, CQCC remarks\, and a Regional Partner Spotlight featuring the Ontario Queer Chamber of Commerce (OQCC)\, exploring Creative Economies & Queer Innovation. \n\n\n\nYou’ll also hear from QueerTech in a timely panel on AI\, access\, and agency\, and take part in facilitated Peer Networking designed to spark meaningful peer‑to‑peer exchange. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re growing a business\, exploring new ideas\, or looking to connect with the queer business ecosystem\, Q‑EDGE offers: \n\n\n\n\nActionable insights you can use right away\n\n\n\nMeaningful connections with peers and partners\n\n\n\nA welcoming space to learn\, share\, and build community\n\n\n\n\nBe part of the movement advancing inclusive economic growth: come curious and leave connected. Register now! \n\n\n\nDate & Time: March 30\, 2026 | 9am-2pm ETLocation: Alma Duncan Salon @ OAG Ottawa Art Gallery\, 50 Mackenzie King Bridge\, Ottawa ON \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAGENDA\n\n\n\n\n\n9:00 AM: Registration Opens \n\n\n\n9:30 AM: Mingling & Tradeshow \n\n\n\n10:00 AM: CQCC Opening Remarks \n\n\n\n10:30 AM: Ontario Queer Chamber of Commerce (OQCC) session on Creative Economies & Queer Innovation \n\n\n\n\n\n11:15 AM: Break \n\n\n\n11:30 AM: Panel Presented by QueerTech: Access & Agency: Understanding AI Before It Decides for Us \n\n\n\n12:30 PM: Lunch (presented by Chambre de commerce LGBT du Québec) \n\n\n\n1:15 PM: Networking Session \n\n\n\n2:00 PM: Event Closes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMEET THE Hosts & Speakers\n\n\n\ncanadian queer chamber of commerce (cqcc)\n\n\n\n\n \n Our Team \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Darrell Schuurman (he/him) \n\n \n \n CEO \n \n \n Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce (CCQC) \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Vanessa Ntinu (she/her) \n\n \n \n Membership Services Coordinator\, Supplier Diversity \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Merve Tosun (she/her) \n\n \n \n Business Development Manager\, National \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hanna Haddad (he/him) \n\n \n \n Business Development Manager\, East \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Mariano (he/him) \n\n \n \n Business Development Manager\, West \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n\nontario queer chamber of commerce (OQCC)Creative Economies & Queer Innovation\n\n\n\n\n \n Our Team \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jeff St. Denis\, MBA (he/him) \n\n \n \n Founder & CEO \n \n \n Culture Catalyst Inc. \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Steven Hilliard (he/him) \n\n \n \n Program & Events Coordinator \n \n \n OQCC \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chimaera (she/her) \n\n \n \n Speaker \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n\nChambre de commerce lgbt du québec (cclgbt)\n\n\n\n\n \n Our Team \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mathieu Vézina\, MBA (il/lui/he/him) \n\n \n \n Président du conseil d'administration \n \n \n CCLGBT \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n\nQueertechAccess & Agency: Understanding AI Before It Decides for Us\n\n\n\n\n \n Our Team \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Eustacio (Andy) Saldaña (he/they) \n\n \n Moderator \n \n \n COO & Co-Founder \n \n \n QueerTech \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catherine LeBoeuf (she/her) \n\n \n \n Manager in Advisory\, Technology & Data \n \n \n BDO Canada \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Puja Pachchigar (she/her) \n\n \n \n CEO & Product Lead \n \n \n GoKidu \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mitch Schwartz (he/him) \n\n \n \n Founder \n \n \n Ops Machine \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tristan Smyth (they/them) \n\n \n \n Managing Director | CEO \n \n \n Propel Impact | Propel Impact Capital. \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE!\n\n\n\nPlease note that dietary restrictions may not be able to be accommodated for registrations received after March 18\, 2026.\n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.123Contact information:Full Name *FirstLastPronoun(s)She/HerShe/TheyHe/HimHe/TheyThey/ThemHe/She/TheyOther (please specify)Other: *Email *PhoneAre you or your business one of the following? *CQCC Certified SupplierCQCC Corporate MemberRainbow RegisteredCQCC FAM MemberCQCC Affiliate Member2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneur\, but not a CQCC memberRepresentative from an ecosystem or affiliate organizationGovernment representativeMedia representativeI’m not a 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneur\, but interested in attendingCQCC staff / SpeakerNextJob title *Company name *Company URL *Demographic questions (optional)Before we proceed with the demographic questions\, we want to share why we are asking for this information. The Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce (CQCC) is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment for all entrepreneurs and community members. Collecting data on race\, gender identity\, and other demographic factors allows us to:\n– Understand the diverse makeup of our community and ensure that our programs and initiatives are accessible and relevant to everyone.\n\n– Identify and address any gaps or barriers that equity-deserving groups may face in accessing our services.\n\n– Measure our progress towards creating a more inclusive ecosystem and inform our strategies for continuous improvement.\n\nPlease be assured that your responses will be kept confidential and used solely to enhance our programs and support diversity and inclusion within our community. Please indicate the languages you speak or understand. (Please select all that apply) * *EnglishFrenchWhich of the following best describes your primary geographical location? (Please select one)Rural CommunityRemote CommunityNorthern CommunityUrban/Suburban CommunityNone of the aboveRural: outside of urban and suburban communities but within reasonable driving distance of an urban centre.\nRemote: not within reasonable driving distance of an urban centre\, limited access to services and infrastructure.Could you tell us about your cultural or ethnic background? 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