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CQCC named Global Affiliate Chamber of the Year
Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CQCC) recognized as the Global Affiliate Chamber of the Year by the National 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC). This prestigious award not only acknowledges CQCC’s
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Summit 2023: Wrapped!
The CQCC would like to thank all those who attended the 2023 Global 2SLGBTQI+ Business Summit & Supplier Diversity Forum that took place on June 14-16 virtually and in beautiful Kingston, Ontario. It was truly a journey that will be remembered! The magic and connections that can be made when we come together as a…
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The Federal Government selects CQCC to administer the fund for Canada’s first-ever 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Program
KINGSTON, ON – June 15, 2023 – The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, announced that the Government of Canada has selected Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CQCC) to administer Canada’s first-ever 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Program.
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2023 Supplier Diversity Award Winners Announced
Congratulations Kayla Maduk from Bell, Margaret Coons of Nuts For Cheese, and Stanley Wu from Canvasea! Kingston, ON – June 15, 2023 CQCC announced the recipients of the 2023 2SLGBTQI+
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CQCC Statement of Solidarity
This Pride Month, we fiercely defend the entire 2SLGBTQI+ community, standing up against the violence, persecution, and hatred that we’ve seen sweeping across the world. We share your heartbreak and anger and we will not succumb to apathy. We want our members to know that we are here for you, and will continue to offer…
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CQCC’s historic 2SLGBTQI+Q Trade Mission, a first to the UK and EU, expands global export relationships for community-driven Canadian businesses.
Through Trade Missions like these, CQCC’s Global Program connects businesses across the world and demonstrates exceptional value to all involved. Through its Global Program, the Canadian 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce
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EY Pitch Competition Winners 2023
CONGRATULATIONS IVY & DEAN CONSULTING – FINALE WINNER! Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce partnered again with EY to help 2SLGBTQI+Q Certified Suppliers and OUT For Business entrepreneurs perfect their pitches
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The first Canadian 2SLGBTQI+Q Trade Delegation to the United Kingdom and Europe marks a new chapter in fostering a more inclusive Canadian economy.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TORONTO, ON – March 8, 2023 – Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CQCC) in partnership with its global affiliates, East Meets West and Out Britain, are conducting
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CQCC Trade Mission to the United Kingdom & the European Union 2023
CQCC is leading a Trade Mission to the United Kingdom & Europe Union (via Vienna) March 16-21, in partnership with OutBritain, OutScotland, and East Meets West. Read more about the
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Inclusive Business Practices: The Best Way for Small Businesses to Grow
Originally published in Canadian SME, CEO and Founder Darrell Schuurman explores how to create access and opportunities for community-owned and -supported businesses across the country.
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Luv’ing Pups in the City and County!
The excitement in David Laskovski’s voice is evident as he can’t wait to share the good news, “We’re thrilled, over the moon!” He exclaims. “We are so excited to see the
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CQCC’s 7th Annual Black & White Gala: We were unstoppable!
The CQCC hosted its biggest ever Black & White Gala, bringing out the best in the Canadian 2SLGBTQI+ business community on November 11, 2022 at the Carlu in Toronto. We