The CQCC is seeking an experienced facilitator to design and deliver a two-part learning series in December 2026 with a focus on setting up for success with venture capital and other forms of outside investment. The two-part series is open to our members of the Supplier Diversity and FAM programs, representing businesses at various stages of growth, from solopreneurs and micro-businesses to medium-sized enterprises.

If you are interested in submitting a proposal, please provide a brief outline describing how you would implement these preliminary ideas (one or two pages maximum for both your experience and workshop series proposal). Proposals should also highlight relevant experience and demonstrated expertise in networking and outreach.

Relevant Links:

See the full Request for Proposals here

Please submit your proposal and all supporting materials to Vanessa Ntinu, Program Development Manager, at vanessa.ntinu@queerchamber.ca no later than September 9, 2026. Any questions or clarifications can also be directed to Vanessa Ntinu.

Project Contact:

Name: Vanessa Ntinu (she/her)

Position: Program Development Manager

Email: vanessa.ntinu@queerchamber.ca

About CQCC:

The Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce (CQCC) is Canada’s leading advocate for queer-owned businesses and 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs. Through networking, education, and advocacy, CQCC works to ensure queer businesses thrive and continue contributing to a stronger, more inclusive Canadian economy.

We engage in this work through supplier diversity programming and certification, global trade opportunities, and entrepreneur mentorship. Our mission is to enable the 2SLGBTQI+ business community to grow through advocacy, education, capacity building, and connections, in partnership with allies who share our vision of a more inclusive Canadian economy.

More information on the organization can be found on CQCC’s website: queerchamber.ca.