Pride In Business was established in 2011 to support, encourage and promote small to medium-sized LGBTQ+ owned and operated businesses and those that support the LGBTQ+ community in the Calgary area. Our goal is to encourage networking between LGBTQ+ businesses, professionals, and supporters to enhance visibility and support in our community. We strive to be a positive example and influence on LGBTQ+ youth and younger professionals. Pride in Business aims to provide a space and platform for which LGBTQ+ businesses and individuals can thrive and achieve success. We strive to educate our members on how to get involved and what organizations, charities, services, businesses, networks and professionals within the LGBTQ+ community are available to them for support as well as for them to support. By hosting innovative & engaging events for Calgary’s dynamic LGBTQ+ professional community, we hope to facilitate connections and visibility for LGBTQ+ run and LGBTQ+ friendly businesses as well as their professionals. Pride in Business will recognize LGBTQ+ entrepreneurship, innovation, diversity, inclusion, mentorship and support. In turn, we believe this will make the LGBTQ+ business community stronger and provide opportunities for companies and individuals within our community. Together we have a voice and the ability to build-up our community.
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I'm looking forward to getting to know my panels mates Emma May and Mike Lawson and moderator Zafar Jaffer. Business ownership comes with a lot of downs and I hope I sharing some of ours can help and inspire others in their entrepreneurship journey. https://lnkd.in/gMsmDZeQ
Visibility is Liberty
For the first time in history, Fortune ranked the world’s top CEOs and leaders who also happen to be LGBTQ+. All of the companies who have made the cut this year have reported at least $100 million in revenue–underlining how this is the definitive ranking of LGBTQ+ business leaders. The top leaders include: ➡️ Apple CEO Tim Cook ➡️ Dow CEO & Chair Jim Fitterling ➡️ Paramount Co-CEOs George Cheeks & Chris McCarthy ➡️ Randstad CEO & Chair Sander van 't Noordende See the full list: https://lnkd.in/dscCYhiY
Looking forward to seeing the outcome of our Federal government’s efforts to support 2SLGBTQI+ small business owners and entrepreneurs!
Member of Parliament for Mississauga—Streetsville and Minister of Small Business 🇨🇦 Député de Mississauga—Streetsville et Ministre des la Petite Entreprise
In Calgary, I met with Pride In Business to discuss how our government is supporting 2SLGBTQI+ small business owners, including through our $25 million 2SLGBQI+ Entrepreneurship Program! We’re focused on building an inclusive economy where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Thank you to Limitless Furniture and espy experience inc for hosting. // À Calgary, j’ai rencontré Pride In Business pour discuter de la façon dont notre gouvernement soutient les propriétaires de petites entreprises 2ELGBTQI+, notamment grâce à notre programme d’entrepreneuriat 2ESLGBQI+ de 25 millions de dollars ! Nous nous concentrons sur la construction d’une économie inclusive où tout le monde a la possibilité de prospérer. Merci à Limitless Furniture et espy experience inc pour leur accueil. Lisa Hepfner, MCM, John Gardiner, Jarom Moriyama-Bondar, Megan Szanik, Amy Skinner, Maria Wu, Jerry Thai, Jonathan Kane, Isaac Bignell, Antonio Querin, Andres Felipe Herrera, Spencer Schmick, Alison Goulet, Rob Steed, Amelia Newbert, Al Ramsay (he/him/his), Grant Minish (He/Him), Alex Gysen, Maud Medical Clinic.
Wow! Thank you TD 💚 for your support to a much deserving organization Skipping Stone 🩵 🩷 🤍
I am so excited to help announce that the TD Ready Commitment is donating $345,000 to Skipping Stone to support their incredibly impactful Community Empowerment program. It was a privilege to announce this renewed collaboration tonight at our Calgary Pride employee reception, surrounded by friends and colleagues. Skipping Stone leads the way in providing affirming care to trans and gender-diverse youth, adults, and families across Alberta. Their unique comprehensive care model focuses on supporting people as the whole, healthy, and wonderful humans they are by connecting them to the supports and services they need. My heart is truly full. 🩵🩷🤍🩷🩵 #ForeverProud #ForeverProgressing #TDReadyCommitment #community #donation #support #2SLGBTQ #colleagues #trans #genderdiverse Grant Minish (He/Him) Robert Ghazal Blake Heynen Curtis Sands Amelia Newbert Lindsay Peace
Never dim that light Bobbie Racette ⭐️
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Being a Queer Women-led company is never easy. Still, it’s especially challenging when we receive messages of hate from within our tech community—someone who, frankly, should know better. This individual, who I hope reads this post, sent a hateful email targeting the very essence of who we are and what we stand for. It’s disheartening to think that in 2024, we’re still dealing with this kind of prejudice. #Women #Queers #Lesbians #FeminineMen and anyone who has had struggles being themselves - have fought hard for their place in the world—a place where they can be unapologetically themselves and thrive. We’ve had to work twice as hard to earn the respect we deserve, constantly proving ourselves in ways others may take for granted. And yet, here we are, still facing hate simply for existing. Why do we receive this hate? Because someone didn’t get a job with us? Because someone feels threatened by our success and leadership? Let’s be clear: diversity isn’t just a buzzword for us; it’s the foundation of our company and our community. We believe in creating a safe and inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, or background, is valued and respected. Hate has no place here—not in our company, not in our industry, not in our world. We will continue to stand strong, support our people, and lead with love and integrity. And to those who choose to spread hate—maybe it’s time to redirect that energy towards something positive. We’re here to stay, and we’re only getting stronger—be bold, be brave, be you. #DiversityMatters #LoveIsStrongerThanHate #QueerWomenInTech #InclusivityInAction #VirtualGurus #worldentrepreneurday
🌈 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗞𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗼𝗳𝗳: 𝗚𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝗼𝘃𝗲𝘀 – 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗧𝗗 🌈 Join us on 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟵, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰, for an unforgettable evening at 𝗦𝘄𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗮 𝗕𝗮𝗿 as we kick off Pride in Calgary with Glittering Grooves! Immerse yourself in the retro vibes of Sweet Loretta Bar while enjoying an evening of queer networking, dancing, and celebration. Your ticket includes a complimentary drink, hors d'oeuvres, and a great time—all in support of the 𝗘𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗯𝗼𝘄 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. A portion of the ticket proceeds will go to this incredible local foundation, so you can celebrate while making a difference. 📅 Date and Time: Thursday, August 29, 2024 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM MDT 📍 Location: Sweet Loretta Bar 715 11th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB Tickets are available online only, and with limited capacity, this event will sell out. Don’t wait—get your tickets now and be part of an evening that’s set to sparkle! #PrideInBusiness #2SLGBTQ #TD #CalgaryPride #EndoftheRainbowFoundation
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We told you that the 2024 Prisme Conference would be bigger and better than ever! The Canadian Association of LGBTQ2S+ Lawyers/Association canadienne des avocat.e.s LGBTQ2S+ and Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP are proud to present: Mark Tewksbury C.C., M.S.M., OLY (he/him). Join us on Thursday, July 11, 2024 in Bankers Hall Conference Centre for a keynote address and cocktails with Mark (starting at 5pm MT). The event is free! Please RSVP using the "ACCEPT" button in the document below OR using this link https://lnkd.in/gPExFnEj A huge thank you to our longtime partner and collaborator – Cassels (especially Sam DiGiuseppe) – for creating space for us to all come together for this important conversation. *** Do you still need to book your ticket to Prisme 2024? There are a few tickets left. To register for a ticket or get more information please visit: https://lnkd.in/gZueQt28 Are you still looking for a place to stay in Calgary during Prisme? There are rooms available at our hotel partner, Hyatt Regency (Calgary). See you there! #Prisme2024 #lgbtq #2SLGBTQ+ #diversity #EDI #CallAcal #PrismeConference
Congratulations to Rob Steed and Christina (Berrouard) Fauser, BDes for being featured in this terrific article from Calgary Chamber of Commerce. It gives me great pride to hear our people describe the inclusive, supportive, progressive and entrepreneurial culture at WCD.
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IT’S HERE: Discover 40 films spanning all genres and styles rooted in Queer lived experience at the 26th annual Fairy Tales: Queer Art & Film Festival! There’s something for everyone to laugh, cry, celebrate and learn from at Calgary’s historic GRAND theatre. Experience a Queer art exhibition and showcase as you celebrate yourself, community and the best & brightest stars in film for a positively euphoric four days of film screenings from June 27th to 30th 💫✨ This year’s programming features: CORA BORA DESIRE LINES SUMMER QAMP BALDIGA: UNLOCKED HEART PEAFOWL LESVIA CABARET plus four unique thematic SHORTS packages: UNYIELDING SPIRITS: LOVE AND RESISTANCE MOONLIGHT DESIRES: FAIRY TALES AFTER HOURS QUEER & KIN: STORIES ON PARENTS & PARENTHOOD PRIDE AND WISDOM: STORIES OF QUEER ELDERS Guaranteed to enrapture and delight, don’t miss one of the world’s longest-running celebrations of Queerness on-screen. Bring your friends & we’ll see you there! 🧚💖 A huge thank you to our sponsors, partners and friends: Brookfield Properties, CKUA Radio, Eighty-Eight Brewing Co., The GRAND, Pembina Pipeline Corporation, Calgary Arts Development, Canada Council for the Arts | Conseil des arts du Canada, Patrimoine canadien -- Canadian Heritage, the Government of Alberta, Foreignerz Media and BSTS. #CalgaryQueerArts #QueerFilm #QueerFilmYYC #QueerArtYYC #QueerCalgary #PrideYYC #IndieFilmYYC #YYCFilm #YYCArtists
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We’re letting our true colours shine ✨ Happy Pride! 🏳️🌈 🏳️⚧️ This year, we once again put the call out to our LGBTQIA2S+ community within DAVIDsTEA to select their favourite iced teas to become our 2024 Pride collection. Meet them below and check out their picks! Through June 10, 10% of proceeds from in-store and online sales from these 3 loose leaf teas will be donated to Rainbow Railroad, an international non-profit organization founded in 2006 with the mission to help at-risk LGBTQI+ people around the world get to safety. 🌈