BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CQCC: Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce - ECPv6.15.20//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:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Halifax BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20230312T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20231105T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20240310T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20241103T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20250309T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20251102T050000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241202T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241231T233000 DTSTAMP:20260501T183434 CREATED:20241129T051648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T181638Z UID:10002133-1733137200-1735687800@queerchamber.ca SUMMARY:The CQCC Holiday Gift Guide 2024 is now live—start shopping today! DESCRIPTION:Explore the CQCC Holiday Gift Guide 2024\, featuring offerings from 2SLGBTQI+ and ally businesses\, including Rainbow Registered accredited spaces and CQCC-certified Diverse Suppliers. From handcrafted treasures to unforgettable experiences\, find meaningful gifts that celebrate inclusivity and support a diverse community of entrepreneurs and business owners. Start discovering your perfect holiday gift today! Make sure to share it with others. \n\n\n\nGood things come to those who wait. Holiday Gift Guide is live! URL:https://queerchamber.ca/event/cglcc-holiday-gift-guide-2024/ CATEGORIES:Certified Supplier,Rainbow Registered ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://queerchamber.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/11/Featured-Carrousel-3240-×-1350-px-1920-×-1080-px-4-e1731095328578.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241203T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241203T140000 DTSTAMP:20260501T183434 CREATED:20240910T185142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T181535Z UID:10002120-1733227200-1733234400@queerchamber.ca SUMMARY:2SLGBTQI+ Travel Market Seminar (Atlantic Canada) DESCRIPTION:This training is funded by the Government of Canada through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA). \n\n\n\nOnce you’ve gotten acquainted with the various 2SLGBTQI+ communities and how best to serve them in your workplace\, you may want to make a concerted effort to welcome the 2SLGBTQI+ travel market to your destination. \n\n\n\nThanks to funding from The Government of Canada\, CQCC has access to extensive research about the 2SLGBTQI+ travel market’s preferences and spending habits – and has even identified personas to help you build an effective 2SLGBTQI+ marketing strategy catered to these demographics. \n\n\n\nFunded by ACOA\, this seminar will share exclusive 2SLGBTQI+ travel market info and case study best practices from around the world\, as well as expose you to a number of custom 2SLGBTQI+ products to help inspire your own successful 2SLGBTQI+ tourism-welcoming strategy. URL:https://queerchamber.ca/event/2slgbtqi-travel-market-seminar-atlantic-canada-december-2/ CATEGORIES:safespace,website-user ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://queerchamber.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/07/NL1-1-gB9DAn.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241203T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241203T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T183434 CREATED:20241021T221313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T181608Z UID:10002128-1733241600-1733252400@queerchamber.ca SUMMARY:Connections & Conversations: CQCC Matchmaking Evening DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss out on this exciting in-person event\, where 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs\, corporate leaders\, and allies come together to foster meaningful connections and explore new business opportunities. The evening will feature: \n\n\n\n\nNetworking with certified suppliers and corporate partners\n\n\n\nInspiring fireside chat set to provoke some conversations\n\n\n\nMatchmaking sessions to connect with potential business collaborators\n\n\n\nFood and beverages to fuel your conversations and connections\n\n\n\n\nVenue: CSI Spadina Lounge\, Ground Floor\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Toronto\, ON M5T 2C2 \n\n\n\nThis event is the perfect chance to build strategic partnerships and expand your network in a dynamic\, inclusive setting. Limited seats available\, so make sure to register early and secure your spot for this exclusive opportunity! \n\n\n\nRegister below and stay tuned for venue updates! \n\n\n\nProgram Schedule \n\n\n\n3:30 PM – 4:00 PM | Registration & Welcome Reception4:00 PM – 4:15 PM | Opening Remarks4:15 PM – 5:00 PM | Keynote Presentation/Fireside Chat with Jennifer Ménard-Shand5:00 PM – 5:40 PM | Light Dinner & Networking5:40 PM – 6:40 PM | Corporate-Supplier Sourcing Roundtables6:40 PM – 7:00 PM | Closing Remarks & Next Steps7:00 PM | Event Concludes \n\n\n\nKeynote speaker \n\n\n\n\n \n Our Team \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jennifer Ménard-Shand (she/her) \n\n \n \n Indigenous French-Canadian Entrepreneur \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Jennifer Ménard-Shand (she/her) \n\n \n \n Indigenous French-Canadian Entrepreneur \n \n \n \n u003cp class=u0022bigu0022u003eAs a First Nations Ojibwe and French-Canadian entrepreneur\, Jennifer Ménard-Shand always dreamed of leading a purpose-driven organization. Today\, she lives that dream as the founder and CEO of Staff Shop\, an award-winning certified diverse staffing firm. Through sharing her inspirational entrepreneurial journey as well as insight into the Canadian labour market\, truth and reconciliation in the workplace\, DEI\, and more\, Ménard-Shand inspires leaders and their teams to reach their full potential both at home and work.u003c/pu003ernMénard-Shand began her career in 2008 at one of Toronto’s most trusted full-service recruitment agencies\, The Bagg Group. In 2013\, she created Bagg @ Your Service\, the organization’s first hospitality and event division\, before purchasing her creation in 2018 and evolving it into Staff Shop. Today\, her company services hundreds of clients across North America and deploys thousands of employees throughout Canada as a full-service staffing and consulting firm with a focus on global expansion. In 2023\, Ménard-Shand founded her second company\, FireFlames\, a trinity of delicious hot sauces that provides health-conscious eaters with varying heat levels.rnrnMénard-Shand’s entrepreneurial story celebrates the triumph of resiliency as a survivor of abuse\, abandonment\, domestic violence\, imposter syndrome\, and PTSD. She is committed to breaking the silence and putting an end to generational trauma and unhealthy cycles. There is no limit to the positive impact Staff Shop and Ménard-Shand can have on humanity. This is what drives her to do her best and leave a legacy worth following for future generations.rnrnIn addition\, Ménard-Shand serves on the board of Victim Services Toronto to continue her mission to clear the path for others to succeed in various communities while leaving a legacy worth following as a servant leader. URL:https://queerchamber.ca/event/connections-conversations-cglcc-matchmaking-evening-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://queerchamber.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/06/1-CampC-SOCIAL-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241204T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241204T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T183434 CREATED:20240712T000332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T181323Z UID:10002093-1733320800-1733324400@queerchamber.ca SUMMARY:Harnessing Data and AI for Business Growth DESCRIPTION:In today’s fast-evolving business landscape\, the ability to leverage data effectively can unlock untapped growth opportunities and drive transformation. Join us for an engaging fireside chat with Tim Morton (Prompta)\, where we’ll explore how organizations can harness the power of data analytics and AI to identify new avenues for growth. This session will dive into practical strategies for using data to inform decision-making\, enhance customer experiences\, and drive strategic change. Learn how to uncover actionable insights from your data and use them to fuel sustainable business growth. \n\n\n\nKey Takeaways for Attendees: \n\n\n\n\nThe Data Advantage: Understand how to tap into and leverage data sources to reveal opportunities.\n\n\n\nFrom Insight to Action: Learn how to turn raw data into actionable insights that inform decision-making and action planning.\n\n\n\nAI-Powered Growth: Discover how leveraging AI and machine learning can help predict trends\, identify inefficiencies\, and enable proactive business decisions.\n\n\n\nReal-World Examples: Hear real-world case studies on how organizations have successfully leveraged data to successfully transformation.\n\n\n\nThe Role of Leadership: Explore the role of leadership in fostering a data-driven culture and empowering teams to act on insights effectively.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n Our Team \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tim Morton (he/him) \n\n \n \n \n Prompta URL:https://queerchamber.ca/event/harnessing-data-and-ai-for-business-growth/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://queerchamber.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/06/2024-Webinar-Wednesdays-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241219T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241219T133000 DTSTAMP:20260501T183434 CREATED:20241028T164717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T181620Z UID:10002131-1734611400-1734615000@queerchamber.ca SUMMARY:What’s the Buzz? Connect and learn with Rainbow Registered (December 2024) DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: This event is open to businesses that are presently accredited in the Rainbow Registered program or those who have submitted their program application. Join us for the latest updates on all of our activities\, opportunities for education\, networking and best practice sharing.   \n\n\n\nImportant: Registration link for this session will be sent automatically to all eligible businesses via e-mail. URL:https://queerchamber.ca/event/whats-the-buzz-connect-and-learn-with-rainbow-registered-december-2024/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://queerchamber.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/Whats-the-Buzz-2024-events-nYudNk.tmp_.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR