BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CQCC: Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce - ECPv6.16.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:CQCC: Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce 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: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:20260811T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260811T140000 DTSTAMP:20260706T171346Z CREATED:20260706T170743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T171346Z UID:10002235-1786453200-1786456800@queerchamber.ca SUMMARY:Rainbow Registered August Info Session DESCRIPTION:Creating spaces where 2SLGBTQI+ people feel genuinely welcomed\, respected\, and safe takes more than good intentions. Rainbow Registered offers a clear\, credible way to turn commitment into action. \n\n\n\nThis information session is an opportunity to learn about the benefits of Rainbow Registered accreditation and what it can offer your organisation\, your staff\, and the communities you serve. \n\n\n\nIn this session\, we will cover: \n\n\n\n– What Rainbow Registered accreditation represents and why it matters– The benefits of being Rainbow Registered\, including trust\, visibility\, and accountability– How the standards support meaningful\, practical inclusion– What the certification and membership process looks like in practice– The supports available throughout the journey– Time for questions and conversation \n\n\n\nThis session is designed to be welcoming\, informative\, and supportive—whether you’re just beginning to explore Rainbow Registered or considering next steps. \n\n\n\nThis meeting may be recorded and transcribed.  URL:https://queerchamber.ca/event/rainbow-registered-info-session-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://queerchamber.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/Rainbow-Registered-Info-Session-Cover.png ORGANIZER;CN="rainbow registered":MAILTO:rainbowregistered@queerchamber.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260812T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260812T150000 DTSTAMP:20260724T145451Z CREATED:20260724T145447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T145451Z UID:10002238-1786543200-1786546800@queerchamber.ca SUMMARY:Webinar Wednesday: The art of a productive B2B outreach  DESCRIPTION:Join this educational session. You will gain foundational knowledge about the power of smart outreach to drive B2B sales. We’ll dive into practical tips to identify leads\, cold call\, leverage events\, and turn a single conversation into a real pipeline. As a queer entrepreneur\, you already know how to build trust and community without waiting for an invitation\, and this session turns that instinct into a repeatable system\, requiring no sales team or big budget. You’ll leave with concrete scripts\, a simple way to track what’s working\, and a playbook you can start using on your very next call. \n\n\n\nThis is the first session in a two-part series facilitated by Ben. \n\n\n\nBen Liegey (he/him) is the Co-Founder & CEO at BetterTable\, a food tech company helping hospitality businesses cut food waste and carbon impact through BonAppify. He built his pipeline through B2B partnerships and disciplined outreach\, growing a 7\,539-strong global LinkedIn network. That work helped him win the 2025 EY/CQCC Pitch Competition\, 2025 Emerging Exporter of the Year\, and a 2024 Forty Under 40 honor from Business in Vancouver. \n\n\n\n\n \n Our Team \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ben Liegey (he/him) \n\n \n Co-Founder & CEO \n \n \n \n BetterTable \n \n \n \n Ben Liegey (he/him) LinkedIn \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Ben Liegey (he/him) \n\n \n Co-Founder & CEO \n \n \n \n BetterTable \n \n \n Ben Liegey (he/him) is the Co-Founder & CEO at BetterTable\, a food tech company helping hospitality businesses cut food waste and carbon impact through BonAppify. He built his pipeline through B2B partnerships and disciplined outreach\, growing a 7\,539-strong global LinkedIn network. That work helped him win the 2025 EY/CQCC Pitch Competition\, 2025 Emerging Exporter of the Year\, and a 2024 Forty Under 40 honor from Business in Vancouver. \n \n \n \n \n Ben Liegey (he/him) LinkedIn URL:https://queerchamber.ca/event/webinar-wednesday-the-art-of-a-productive-b2b-outreach/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://queerchamber.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/CQCC-Webinar-Wednesdays-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260911T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260911T150000 DTSTAMP:20260710T235101Z CREATED:20260512T154618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T235101Z UID:10002229-1789124400-1789138800@queerchamber.ca SUMMARY:CQCC X TELUS Supplier Diversity Day DESCRIPTION:Join us for a dynamic morning of candid conversation\, shared learning\, and practical connection-building at the CQCC x TELUS Supplier Diversity Day. This event brings together corporate leaders and diverse suppliers\, thoughtfully matched by sector\, goals\, and logistics\, to foster meaningful engagement and unlock new procurement opportunities. Together\, we will explore how to strengthen pathways for diverse suppliers within corporate supply chains while building relationships that drive inclusive economic growth. \n\n\n\nLocation: 25 York Street\, Toronto\, ON – Flex Space | Floor 3 \n\n\n\nThis event is exclusively for CQCC Certified Suppliers. \n\n\n\nAgenda \n\n\n\n10:20 – 11:00 – Registration Starts \n\n\n\n11:00 – 11:10 – Entrance & Networking \n\n\n\n11:10 – 11:20 – Opening Remarks \n\n\n\nWelcome remarks from CQCC and Lloyd Switzer (TELUS). Overview of the day’s objectives. \n\n\n\n11:20 – 12:05 – Interactive Panel and Table Dialogue \n\n\n\n12:05 – 12:15 – Transition Break \n\n\n\nShort break to allow for movement and preparation for the lunch session. \n\n\n\n12:15 – 13:15 – Lunch \n\n\n\n12:45 – 13:05 – Keynote Session \n\n\n\n13:15 – 14:35 – Matchmaking Sessions \n\n\n\nExtended matchmaking sessions form the core of the afternoon. Participants take part in structured rounds of pre-matched meetings\, including one-to-one and small group discussions. Rotations occur at set intervals (25 mins) to maximize the number of meaningful connections.  \n\n\n\n14:35 – 14:45 – Closing Remarks  \n\n\n\nClosing reflections from CQCC and TELUS\, including key takeaways\, next steps\, and upcoming opportunities for continued engagement within the supplier diversity programme.  \n\n\n\n14:45 – 15:00 – Open Networking and Follow-Ups \n\n\n\nParticipants reconnect with key contacts\, exchange information\, and identify the next steps for potential partnerships and collaboration. \n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.First Name *Surname *PronounsEmail *Job Title * \n business Name If\n \n \n Organization *City *Industry *How would you best describe your business size? *Microenterprise (less than 10 employees)Small (10-49 employees)Medium (50-249 employees)Large (250+ employees)What\, if anything\, is your affiliation with CQCC? *Certified SupplierRainbow RegisteredFAMOUT For BusinessCorporate PartnerEcosystem Fund RecipientCommunity Partner / Regional AffiliateCQCC staff / Board memberNot a memberNot a member\, but interested!OtherIs your SME owned and managed by an equity-deserving group that has been served? *2SLGBTQI+WomenVisible minoritiesIndigenous PersonsYouthPersons with disabilitiesN/AAre you from a rural\, remote\, or northern community? *YesNoAre you a 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneur? *YesNoIf you have any accessibility requests\, please mention belowWe will try our best to accommodate your needs.If you have any dietary restrictions\, please mention belowSubmit URL:https://queerchamber.ca/event/cqcc-x-telus-supplier-diversity-day/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://queerchamber.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/CQCC-x-Telus-Supplier-Diversity-Day-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261013T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261013T140000 DTSTAMP:20260706T171719Z CREATED:20260706T171510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T171719Z UID:10002236-1791896400-1791900000@queerchamber.ca SUMMARY:Rainbow Registered October Info Session DESCRIPTION:Creating spaces where 2SLGBTQI+ people feel genuinely welcomed\, respected\, and safe takes more than good intentions. Rainbow Registered offers a clear\, credible way to turn commitment into action. \n\n\n\nThis information session is an opportunity to learn about the benefits of Rainbow Registered accreditation and what it can offer your organisation\, your staff\, and the communities you serve. \n\n\n\nIn this session\, we will cover: \n\n\n\n– What Rainbow Registered accreditation represents and why it matters– The benefits of being Rainbow Registered\, including trust\, visibility\, and accountability– How the standards support meaningful\, practical inclusion– What the certification and membership process looks like in practice– The supports available throughout the journey– Time for questions and conversation \n\n\n\nThis session is designed to be welcoming\, informative\, and supportive—whether you’re just beginning to explore Rainbow Registered or considering next steps. \n\n\n\nThis meeting may be recorded and transcribed.  URL:https://queerchamber.ca/event/rainbow-registered-info-session-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://queerchamber.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/Rainbow-Registered-Info-Session-Cover.png ORGANIZER;CN="rainbow registered":MAILTO:rainbowregistered@queerchamber.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261208T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261208T140000 DTSTAMP:20260706T171914Z CREATED:20260706T171911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T171914Z UID:10002237-1796734800-1796738400@queerchamber.ca SUMMARY:Rainbow Registered December Info Session DESCRIPTION:Creating spaces where 2SLGBTQI+ people feel genuinely welcomed\, respected\, and safe takes more than good intentions. Rainbow Registered offers a clear\, credible way to turn commitment into action. \n\n\n\nThis information session is an opportunity to learn about the benefits of Rainbow Registered accreditation and what it can offer your organisation\, your staff\, and the communities you serve. \n\n\n\nIn this session\, we will cover: \n\n\n\n– What Rainbow Registered accreditation represents and why it matters– The benefits of being Rainbow Registered\, including trust\, visibility\, and accountability– How the standards support meaningful\, practical inclusion– What the certification and membership process looks like in practice– The supports available throughout the journey– Time for questions and conversation \n\n\n\nThis session is designed to be welcoming\, informative\, and supportive—whether you’re just beginning to explore Rainbow Registered or considering next steps. \n\n\n\nThis meeting may be recorded and transcribed.  URL:https://queerchamber.ca/event/rainbow-registered-december-info-session/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://queerchamber.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/07/Rainbow-Registered-Info-Session-Cover.png ORGANIZER;CN="rainbow registered":MAILTO:rainbowregistered@queerchamber.ca END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR