• CQCC 2025-2026 Trade Mission Series

    CQCC is hosting a series of Trade Missions taking place until the end of March 2026! Pre-registration is open; submit your application now!

  • DEFY 2026

    SDAC’s biggest event is back! We’re proud to bring you the second biennial DEFY Conference, hosted at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre on March 11-12, 2026.

  • Rainbow Registered Presents: GENDERCRAFT 

    A Deeper Dive on Gender Identity & Gender Expression Gender Expression Applications This module begins with a review of best practices related to supporting people with diverse gender identities in three areas: personal support, institutional practices, and environmental experiences. Following this review, there is a brief discussion of current political realities facing people with diverse […]

  • Webinar Wednesday: Applying for a business loan — What is the bank looking for?

    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, […]

  • The Connection Café: Your monthly blend that brews networks, and big ideas

    Join us on Thursday, March 19th from 2–3 PM ET for a vibrant hour of intentional networking, authentic visibility, and plenty of “omg, same!” moments with fellow 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs and changemakers. This session will be hosted by the one and only Andrew ACE Edwards of DesignACE. Whether you’re coming to share a new idea, find your next creative partner, […]

  • Finance Unlocked: Managing Your Finances For A Smooth Tax Season!

    Join us for this interactive workshop that will bring: clarity & confidence during the busy period of tax season with finance expert, Parisa Pajooh!Focus: helping queer entrepreneurs being informed & prepared for tax season. We’ll cover the essentials to make tax time easier from: gathering the right documents and setting up simple recordkeeping systems to […]

  • Q-EDGE

    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!