Strengthen your ties to the 2SLGBTQI+ community
As a CQCC Member, your network grows overnight to include the corporations who support us and who are actively seeking to diversify their corporate practices.
Benefits of Membership
Join a welcoming community of 2SLGBTQI+ businesses and professionals looking to connect and support one another. Whether you’re a Member, Partner or a Certified Supplier, you’ll unlock a variety of meaningful benefits.
- Gain access to exclusive thought leadership content
- Get your business listed in our national member directory
- Enjoy unlimited access to all online or in-person networking events
Access to the 2SLGBTQI+ business community
Tools and support to grow your business
Exclusive events and networking
Membership Types
There are numerous ways to connect with us. Support our work and access exclusive content and events each month or go all-in and be top-of-mind for corporations with supplier diversity initiatives. We have a membership for you.
Our members can be companies of any kind that want to gain access to our resources and our network that celebrates 2SLGBTQI+ business prosperity in Canada.
The fam member
The FAM Program is a national professional network connecting all 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs
and professionals with resources, skill-building workshops and belonging in CQCC’s ecosystem.
- Grow your business with our tailored programming, including industry-focused workshops
- Expand your network with access to CQCC networking events
- Connect with other queer entrepreneurs through a dedicated Community Hub
- Increase your visibility across Canada with listings in CQCC’s National Directory and other spotlight opportunities
$0
until april, 1st 2026
Certified Supplier
If you are at least a 51% LGBTQ+-owned, operated and controlled Canadian business, you may become a Certified Supplier. Regional Affiliate Member discount available.
- Unlimited access to networking events online and in person
- Company listing in our national member directory
- Access to exclusive training, tools and resources to help grow and evolve your business
- Connect with corporations across the country through our Supplier Diversity Program
Note: If you are already a member of one of CQCC’s regional affiliate members (Ontario Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce, Manitoba LGBT* Chamber of Commerce, Alberta LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce, or LOUD Business (BC)), you are entitled to discounted certification rates. Contact your local organization to learn more.
$0
/ first year
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and $449
/year upon renewal
Corporate Partner
As a Corporate Partner, you’ll diversify your suppliers, access tools & training, and signal to millions of 2SLGBTQI+ consumers and allies that diversity and inclusion matters.
- Connect with 2SLGBTQI+ businesses across Canada
- Elevate your brand and boost your visibility within the 2SLGBTQI+ community
- Influence policy by participating in corporate advisory councils
- Support the growth and success of your company by diversifying your suppliers
- Show your support to 2SLGBTQI+ members of your own organization
Rainbow Registered
Rainbow Registered is a national accreditation for businesses and organizations who meet a stringent set of standards to ensure 2SLGBTQI+ friendly spaces.
- Ensure 2SLGBTQI+ customers feel welcome and accepted
- Rainbow Registered Welcome Kit (window decal, info sheet)
- Access to CQCC National Associate Member Benefits
- Listing in the Rainbow Registered directory
- Business listing in the Rainbow Registered business directory
3 Year Accreditation
| ≤10 EMPLOYEES | 11-100 EMPLOYEES | 101+ EMPLOYEES |
| $250 /Year $49 sign-up fee | $400 /Year $199 sign-up fee | $525 /Year $274 sign-up fee |
Become a Corporate Partner
Stay on the leading edge of diversity practices by learning how to work with the 2SLGBTQI+ community and accessing supplier diversity training and tools. Build a more inclusive Canadian economy with us and the certified 2SLGBTQI+ businesses ready to get to work with you.