Our 9th annual Gala is one month away! Tickets are still available! CGLCC is excited to invite you to Do, Dare, Dazzle with us at our Black & White Gala. Join us on November 1st at the Carlu in Toronto for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate the strength and vibrancy of the 2SLGBTQI+ business community. Get ready to network, celebrate, and be dazzled by live entertainment and exciting opportunities! We hope you will join us in supporting our efforts to help Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ business community thrive. Secure your spot now – this is one event you won't want to miss! buff.ly/3T25bAG
Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)
Non-profit Organizations
Toronto, Ontario 7,404 followers
Diversifying Canadian business, one connection at a time.
About us
We often get the question: why do you exist? There are business chambers at the regional and national level, and corporations’ support for 2SLGBTQI+ initiatives is on the rise. It’s easy to give a by-the-numbers response. Canada is home to over 100,000 2SLGBTQI+-owned businesses. These businesses generate over $22 billion in economic activity and employ over 435,000 Canadians. In other words, 2SLGBTQI+ business is big business. However, 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs still face barriers. Nearly half have hidden who they were in business dealings to avoid losing opportunities, and more than a third have lost opportunities due to being 2SLGBTQI+. There is a growing number of organizations looking to change these stats – one connection at a time. A community of 2SLGBTQI+ businesses, government liaisons and even diverse procurement practices are helping tip the scales. CGLCC is a coalition of all of these positive forces advocating for change to make a more inclusive Canadian economy possible. We do this by bringing people together, and highlighting the right resources for 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs to be even more successful. So, the answer is: we exist because 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs already have a huge impact on the Canadian economy, with barriers. Let’s see what kind of thriving and inclusive Canada is possible when we remove them.
- Website
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https://www.cglcc.ca
External link for Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Toronto, Ontario
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2003
Locations
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Primary
100 University Ave
5th Floor
Toronto, Ontario M5J 1V6, CA
Employees at Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)
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Darrell Schuurman
CEO at Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce
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Patricia A. Muir
Working with Women Business Owners, Micropreneurs, and Executives :: EXECUTIVE ENCORE(TM); THRIVE After Cancer; WBO Quality Management Systems &…
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Peter Kinch
Coach, mentor and board member helping professionals "Set Sail to Thriving" as the focus of a 3rd Act after retirement as a Big 4 partner
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Austen Koecher
Project Management - Human Resources - Training & Development - Communications - Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
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📣 WBE Canada invites you to their 2024 National Conference & Expo on November 13-14, in Toronto! Looking to expand your network and connect with prominent buyers and industry leaders spanning across Canada? Then you need to be there! 🤝 Meet, learn and be inspired at Canada’s largest conference dedicated to advancing Supplier Diversity and helping grow women-owned businesses. CGLCC-certified suppliers are entitled to a 20% discount on their tickets! 💡DON’T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO REGISTER: https:/wbeconference.ca #wbeconference #womeninbusiness #entrepreneurship #supplierdiversity
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Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) reposted this
Award-Winning Managing Partner 🦄 | ex-Deloitte Operations Executive 🟢 | 2SLGBTQI+ Accelerator Director 🌈 | Board Member ☑️
🦄 Hello friends! The Misfits at Misfit Ventures are excited to host a first-of-its-kind event in Toronto on October 21st at Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP. We are bringing together queer founders, VC's & community partners to discuss access to capital for diverse entrepreneurs. This is what is in store! 🎙️ "Inclusive Capital Access" panel with: 👩🏿 Lise Birikundavyi, CFA, Managing Partner @ BKR Capital 👩🏽 Althea Wishloff, General Partner @ Raven Indigenous Capital Partners 🧑🏽 Bobbie Racette, Founder & CEO @ Virtual Gurus 💸 Promising queer founders will pitch in front of influential investors: If you would like a shot, please apply here (~ 2 mins: https://shorturl.at/wTg9F) ☺️ Alternatively, intro me to your favourites! 🤝 Founder speed dating with investors, accelerators & community partners: Boann Social Impact, Realize Capital Partners, TD, Toronto Foundation, CIBC Innovation, RBCx, Ripple Ventures, Nobellum, DMZ, QueerTech, Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) & Canadian Venture Capital & Private Equity Association (CVCA) 💃 Our emcee Athena Vegas (ever seen drag at a VC event?!) will lip sync. 🎟️ Spots are filling so get your tix! https://shorturl.at/bj7yV Last but not least, immense gratitude goes to TD for sponsoring & Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP for hosting. They are both tremendous supporters of diverse communities. Mandy Potter, Douglas Lui, CPA, CA, Sami Saad, Naoufel Testaouni
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Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) reposted this
Venture Partner. Board Member. Strategic Advisor. Passionate about Social Impact, ESG and a Compassionate, Equal World
MISFITS UNLEASHED: GROUNDGREAKING #LGBTQ+ #VC SYMPOSIUM TORONTO Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP OFFICE SAVE THE DATE: OCT 21ST REGISTER NOW FOR FREE!!! 🏳️🌈The Misfits at Misfit Ventures are very excited to host this first-of-a-kind event in #Toronto on October 21st! We will be bringing together queer founders, VC's, LP's, partners, service providers & allies (everyone is welcome!) to discuss access to capital for diverse founders. 🎙️We have an amazing panel with BKR Capital Managing Partner Lise Birikundavyi, CFA, Raven Indigenous Capital Partners General Partner Althea Wishloff & Virtual Gurus Founder & CEO Bobbie Racette. Hear these trailblazers discuss everything you want to know as a diverse founder seeking capital and support. 💃 We have the lovely Athena Vegas as our emcee (ever seen a #drag performer emcee at a VC event before? No way!) and she will also be doing a little performance for y'all. 🗣️ Hear pitches from some of the top queer founders in Toronto competing for a cash prize. We are LOOKING for more founders who want to pitch to a room of investors, so please send me a message or intro me to your favourites in the GTA! 🧑🤝🧑 We will also be hosting a speed dating #pitch contest where founders can talk to #investors, service providers, #accelerators and more to ask burning questions and learn about their programs. BDC Canadian Venture Capital & Private Equity Association (CVCA) @DMZ Ventures Toronto Foundation Nobellum Realize Capital Partners Boann Social Impact CIBC Innovation RBCx TD Ripple Ventures QueerTech Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) TELUS Pollinator Fund for Good TELUS Global Ventures (TGV) Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP RSM Ryan Ko, CPA, CA Pinnacle Fund Services & many more to come. 🎟️ This is a groundbreaking event that's never been done before in Canada. We expect this to sell out so get your tickets fast! Please share with your networks! Tickets here: https://shorturl.at/bj7yV We are extremely grateful to the teams at TD for sponsorship and Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP for hosting the space. They are wonderful examples of organizations that support diverse communities. Sam Naylor ⚧ Mandy Potter Sami Saad Naoufel Testaouni Eustacio Andy Saldaña QueerTech Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)
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Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) reposted this
🏳️🌈The Misfits at Misfit Ventures are very excited to host this first-of-a-kind event in Toronto on October 21st! We will be bringing together queer founders, VC's, LP's, partners, service providers & allies (everyone is welcome!) to discuss access to capital for diverse founders. 🎙️We have an amazing panel with BKR Capital Managing Partner Lise Birikundavyi, CFA, Raven Indigenous Capital Partners General Partner Althea Wishloff & Virtual Gurus Founder & CEO Bobbie Racette. Hear these trailblazers discuss everything you want to know as a diverse founder seeking capital and support. 💃 We have the lovely Athena Vegas as our emcee (ever seen a drag performer emcee at a VC event before? No way!) and she will also be doing a little performance for y'all. 🗣️ Hear pitches from some of the top queer founders in Toronto competing for a cash prize. We are LOOKING for more founders who want to pitch to a room of investors, so please send me a message or intro me to your favourites in the GTA! 🧑🤝🧑 We will also be hosting a speed dating event where founders can talk to investors, service providers, accelerators and more to ask burning questions and learn about their programs. Canadian Venture Capital & Private Equity Association (CVCA) DMZ Ventures Toronto Foundation Nobellum Realize Capital Partners Boann Social Impact CIBC RBCx TD Ripple Ventures QueerTech Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) TELUS Pollinator Fund for Good TELUS Global Ventures (TGV) Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP & many more to come. 🎟️ This is a groundbreaking event that's never been done before in Canada. We expect this to sell out so get your tickets fast! Please share with your networks! Tickets here: https://shorturl.at/bj7yV We are extremely grateful to the teams at TD for sponsorship and Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP for hosting the space. They are wonderful examples of organizations that support diverse communities. Sam Naylor ⚧ Douglas Lui, CPA, CA Sami Saad Naoufel Testaouni Eustacio Andy Saldaña QueerTech Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)
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Notre Symposium d'affaires revient à Halifax! Rejoignez-nous pour une journée de discussions enrichissantes et de réseautage. Après le succès de la première édition en mars dernier, nous vous donnons à nouveau rendez-vous au Discovery Centre pour un moment d'échange et de connexion. 🗓️ 22 octobre, 2024, 9h30-17h00 HAA, Halifax Discovery Centre, Halifax, N-É 🔗 https://buff.ly/4dyeeB4 Avec une sélection d'intervenant.e.s dynamiques et un programme complet tourné vers l'innovation et la croissance, cet événement est l'occasion idéale de rencontrer des leaders du monde des affaires et d'élargir vos perspectives. Découvrez le programme et le détail des intervenant.e.s ci-dessous – Hâte de vous y voir !
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We’re back in Halifax! Join us for a day of insightful discussions and networking at our upcoming 2SLGBTQI+ Business Symposium! We had so much fun this past March that we just had to return - we’d love for you to join us again at the Halifax Discovery Centre for an amazing day of learning and connection. 🗓️ October 22, 2024, 9:30am-5pm ADT, Discovery Centre (Halifax, Nova Scotia) 🔗 https://buff.ly/47Q1PqM Featuring a dynamic lineup of speakers and a full program designed to inspire innovation and growth, this event is your opportunity to connect with industry leaders and expand your horizons. Check out the program and speaker information – we can't wait to see you there!
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Join us for a practical and informative webinar designed to empower participants with the knowledge and tools needed to build generational wealth! In this session with Marcus Brown (Founder, Brown’s Consulting), you’ll discover inclusive strategies that not only help in the accumulation of wealth but also ensure its preservation and growth across generations. 🗓️ October 9, 2024, 2-3pm ET - online 🔗 https://buff.ly/3zvCh5O This session is ideal for anyone looking to create a sustainable financial legacy while also nurturing their overall well-being. Whether you’re just starting your financial journey or looking to refine your wealth-building strategies, this webinar will provide valuable insights and practical steps to help you achieve your goals!
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Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) reposted this
Last month, the Small Business Roundtable gathered for Entrepreneurship Exchange 2024 (EX24) in Toronto, Canada, bringing together leaders like Minister Anita Anand, senior White House leadership, global policymakers, and entrepreneurs from across North America. The event featured engaging discussions on the evolving economic and political landscape, e-commerce, and how the USMCA will evolve during its renegotiation in North America. Thank you to all our North America partners and SBR leaders for making EX24 a success, including: - American Chamber of Commerce in Canada (AmCham Canada) - Canadian American Business Council - Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) - Canadian Women's Chamber of Commerce (CanWCC) - The Dais at Toronto Metropolitan University - CAMSC - Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada - American Chamber of Commerce of Mexico - Wilson Center | Mexico Institute - US-Mexico Foundation - Women's Enterprise Organizations of Canada - Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce - Mexico-Canada Alliance of Commerce #EX24Canada
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Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) reposted this
Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship and LCBO Spirit of Inclusion Initiative Research Scholar @ Goodman School of Business - Brock University
Thrilled to finally share this news! I am part of the 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub ($3 million funding) led by the University of Alberta, Fyrefly Institute. I will be devoting my next two years to 2SLGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs! There will be exciting original research and short films. Send me a message if you’re interested in joining me. I'm looking for research assistants, particularly those who are interested in getting a fully-funded degree in Master of Science in Management (https://lnkd.in/gyJmfUuU). I'm also looking for 2SLGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs who would like to share your stories, triumphs, or setbacks. The $3 million historic investment from Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) will put to resources and research that foster a more inclusive economy for 2SLGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ Thank you for the opportunity: Michael Lounsbury, Glynnis L., and Randy Wimmer and your help along the way: Gin Marshal, Sonia King, Barry Wright, Ronnie Morris, PhD, Jasmine Little, Farzana Crocco, and Abdi Hassan. Thank you for the support: Goodman School of Business at Brock University, Brock University #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #lgbt #lgbtq #masterdegree #research
EN: We are grateful for the incredible turnout at the University of Alberta for the 2SLGBTQI+ Ecosystem Fund and Knowledge Hub recipients announcements. Thank you to everyone who attended and supported these significant initiatives. We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the Government of Canada and The Honourable Rechie Valdez and Randy Boissonnault for their inspiring contributions and unwavering support of 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurship and inclusion in Canada. A special thank you to the The Fyrefly Institute for Gender and Sexual Diversity for their partnership and dedication to fostering a more inclusive environment for all. Together, we are building a stronger, more inclusive ecosystem that supports and uplifts 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs across Canada. For more information on the announcements, please find our press release here: https://lnkd.in/grYc_dAA FR: Un grand merci pour votre présence à l'Université de l'Alberta pour les annonces du Fonds pour l'écosystème et du Carrefour du savoir 2ELGBTQI+. Merci à toutes les personnes qui ont assisté à cet événement et soutenu ces incroyables initiatives. Nous tenons à exprimer notre sincère gratitude au gouvernement du Canada ainsi qu'à l'honorable Rechie Valdez et à Randy Boissonnault pour leurs contributions inspirantes et leur soutien indéfectible à l'entrepreneuriat et à l'inclusion 2ELGBTQI+ au Canada. Merci à l'Institut Fyrefly à l'Université de l'Alberta pour leur partenariat et leur engagement à favoriser un environnement plus inclusif. Ensemble, nous construisons un écosystème plus fort et plus inclusif qui soutient et valorise les personnes entrepreneures 2ELGBTQI+ à travers le Canada. Pour plus d'informations sur ces annonces, voici notre communiqué de presse : https://lnkd.in/gExm7qJ8
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