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SUMMARY:Winter Pride 2026
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, February 17\, 2026\, from 4:00 PM to 8:30 PM EST – This in-person event is open to the public and requires a ticket to attend. \nPresented by Pride at Work Canada \nWinter Pride returns on February 17\, 2026\, to Montreal for an evening of learning and networking with other 2SLGBTQIA + professionals and allies promoting workplace inclusion. \nHost Partner\n[vc_row columns_placement=”middle” nav_skin=”dark” consent_include=”include” equal_height=”true”][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″] \nRBC – Royal Bank of Canada\nRBC QUAD – 1 Place Ville Marie\, Montréal\, Québec \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAGENDA\n\n4:00 PM to 5:00 PM – Leading Change Inside and Outside the Workplace\n5:30 PM to 8:30 PM – Networking Reception\n\nDrinks and appetizers are included. \n\nWinter Pride: Leading Change Inside and Outside the Workplace\n4:00 pm – 5:00 pm / Banker Room – 41st Floor\nPresented by: Beneva \n \nJoin Pride at Work Canada for a compelling Winter Pride event focused on how to lead change both within and outside the workplace. Leading change takes many forms\, from policy improvements and employee resource groups to community organizing and grassroots change\, our panel will spotlight leaders who bridge these worlds. Together\, they will discuss how queer and trans leadership shows up at work\, how to build supportive cultures within organizations\, and how the push for equity continues beyond office walls into our broader communities. \nPanelists\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nManon Massé\nPhoto Credit: Kim Bouchard\, 2025\n \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nManon Massé has been the Member of the National Assembly for Sainte-Marie–Saint-Jacques since 2014 and served as co-spokesperson for Québec solidaire from 2017 to 2023. A long-time social justice activist\, she is the spokesperson for the second opposition group on issues affecting 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. She has established herself as a strong voice on social and community issues\, notably through the historic recognition of Montréal’s Gay Village as a site of emancipation for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. Her career is marked by leadership\, commitment\, and steadfast dedication to the values of inclusion\, justice\, and solidarity. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nJoe Rioux \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nJoe Rioux is the Canadian leader for EY’s Entrepreneurial Winning Women® and Entrepreneurs Access Network\, programs dedicated to supporting women-owned and Black\, Indigenous\, pan-Asian\, and Latino-owned businesses. With over 20 years of experience in business development and strategic marketing\, Joe is a bilingual professional recognized for driving growth and fostering inclusion. \nA proud member of the 2SLGBTQ+ community\, Joe leads EY’s Unity network in Montréal and Québec\, advocating for diversity\, equity\, equality\, and belonging. Outside of work\, Joe is a fitness enthusiast who enjoys outdoor activities and values time spent with her partner of over 22 years\, and close friends. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nMichaël Arnaud \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nMichaël Arnaud comes from the humanitarian and international development sector. He is the current Executive Director of Égides\, an international francophone alliance of civil society organizations and groups supporting and promoting LGBTQI rights globally. He is also Action Against Hunger’s Canada former Associate Director for gender equality and gender-based violence\, providing strategic and technical direction at international level for the integration of gender issues and the prevention of gender-based violence in assistance programs. Determined promoter of a people and diversity centred approach\, he has continuously advocated for a better awareness of power relations\, oppression and the necessity to support the voices of the most marginalized in all the organizations he has worked for. With a Master’s degree in international humanitarian law\, he has been working for the past 15 years on gender\, equality\, diversity and gender-based violence in various contexts\, including in Burkina Faso\, Haiti\, Vietnam and the Occupied Palestinian Territory. He also actively supports LGBTQI+ rights through various volunteer roles in the communities. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nTranna Wintour \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nTranna Wintour is a comedian\, writer\, actor\, singer\, and podcaster. She has recorded gala performances with Just for Laughs in both English and French\, and was one of the festival’s prestigious New Faces Canada in 2019. She has performed on stages and in festivals across the country and was named by Fashion magazine as one of the queens of Canadian comedy. In 2022\, Tranna became a breakout star on Québec’s Big Brother Célébrités. Last year\, she returned to reality TV on CTV/Crave’s The Traitors Canada\, where her honest and magnetic personality took her to the final two\, cementing her as one of the franchise’s most beloved and unforgettable players. In addition to her work as a performer\, Tranna co-hosted and co-produced CBC Podcasts’ Chosen Family for three seasons; it was named one of Apple’s Best Podcasts for two consecutive years. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nModerator\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nCynthia Eysseric \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nCynthia is a dedicated professional working at the intersection of feminism\, LGBTQ+ rights\, and sexuality education. She holds a bachelor’s degree in sexology from the Université du Québec à Montréal and a certificate in entrepreneurship and SME management from Université Laval\, bringing a strategic and inclusive approach to her work. Her commitment to LGBTQ+ communities has led her to collaborate with several organizations\, including the Réseau des lesbiennes du Québec (RLQ) and Club Sexu\, where she serves as Vice President on the Board. She is also part of the team at Fierté au travail Canada\, a national organization advocating for LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion. Passionate about organizational inclusion\, Cynthia began a graduate microprogram in equity\, diversity\, and inclusion in the workplace at Université Laval in 2024. Her work aims to strengthen intersectionality within the spaces she engages in\, reinforcing her commitment to creating more just and representative environments. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nTickets\nGet your tickets on Eventbrite. \n\n$80 + taxes (Proud Partners and Community Partners)\n$120 + taxes (Non-Partners)\n\n*The session includes access to the following networking reception hosted by RBC. \n\nNetworking Reception\n5:30 pm – 8:30 pm / Quad – Main Floor \nAn evening of learning and networking\, Winter Pride returns on February 17\, continuing the annual tradition of bringing the Pride at Work Canada network to Montreal to celebrate the inclusion of 2SLGBTQIA + people in the workplace during the winter season. \nTickets**\nGet your tickets on Eventbrite. \n\n$20 + taxes (Proud Partners and Community Partners)\n$40 + taxes (Non-Partners)\n\n**This contribution helps support Pride at Work’s mission and activities\, and better guarantees the attendance of our registrants. If you are a member of our Community Partners network and would like to participate at a more accessible cost\, please contact us.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/winter-pride-2026/
LOCATION:Quad RBC\, 1 Place Ville Marie\, Montreal\, Quebec\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Networking,Paid event
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SUMMARY:Virtual “Pink Tank” Session: Mentoring Matters
DESCRIPTION:December 16\, 2025 | 1:00–2:30 PM ET\nExclusive to Proud Partners | $35 Participation Fee* | This session has limited capacity. \nImplementing change initiatives can feel like navigating choppy\, uncharted waters. Some days the seas are calm; other days\, a single wave can push you two steps back. Mentoring is the compass that keeps us moving forward — but hearing about its promise isn’t enough. In this Virtual “Pink Tank\,” let Pride at Work Canada be that trusted mentor as we help you turn ideas into action. \nHosted by Jade Pichette\, Director of Programs at Pride at Work Canada\, this Proud Partner–only session is where theory meets practice. You’ll test ideas against real workplace challenges\, share experiences with peers\, and map out solutions together. With live discussion\, chat engagement\, surveys\, and pre-event input\, you’ll leave with direction you can actually use. \nWe’ll dive into four key questions: \n\nWhat new insights did we gain from the December 9 webinar?\nWhat confirmed what we already knew about mentoring?\nWhat strategies sounded good but feel impossible to implement at work?\nWhat short-term wins can we achieve right now?\n\nTo make the most of our 90 minutes\, participants will complete a brief pre-event survey and can opt to review curated pre-read materials. With attendance limited\, you’ll have the space to engage meaningfully and leave with a plan you can actually put into practice. \n[vc_row nav_skin=”dark” consent_include=”include”][vc_column css_animation=””][vc_button_arrow title=”Register Today!” style=”simple” display=”display_block” skin=”dark” css_animation=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.ca%2Fe%2Fvirtual-pink-tank-session-mentoring-matters-tickets-1732651751029|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row] \nFacilitator\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n\nJade Pichette (they/them)\,\nDirector of Programs\, Pride at Work Canada \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nJade Pichette is an inclusion\, diversity\, equity\, and accessibility (IDEA!) professional based in Tkarón:to/Toronto. Currently\, Jade serves as the Director of Programs at Pride at Work Canada\, where they work with over 250 large employers across Canada around gender expression\, gender identity\, and sexual orientation inclusion. Previously\, Jade served as the Volunteer and Community Outreach Coordinator at the ArQuives\, the Education Programs Coordinator at Kind Space\, and an independent inclusion consultant. They are an Ásatrú Gythia (priestess) and interfaith advocate who was the first trans-feminine person to present at the Parliament of World Religions in 2018. Jade was one of the authors of Transitioning Employers: A survey of policies and practices for trans inclusive workplaces and is the cohost of the Uncovering Belonging Podcast. Jade has been named one of Future of Good’s 2022 Young Impact Leaders\, Toronto Metropolitan University’s 2021 Pride Champions. In their spare time they can be found geeking out over queer\, trans\, and Norse histories\, firekeeping\, and spending time with their chosen family. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility\n\nSpoken language: English\nClosed captioning: English\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom\, interactive mode)\n\nPlease note this session is limited to employees of Proud Partner organizations only. Additional accessibility requests can be submitted via the registration form.\n*This contribution helps support Pride at Work’s mission and activities\, and better guarantees the attendance of our registrants. It also ensures an exclusive conversation with our Executive Director.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/virtual-pink-tank-session-20251216/
LOCATION:Manitoba
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Paid event,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Virtual "Pink Tank" Session: Improving Mental Health for Our Communities
DESCRIPTION:November 25\, 2025 | 2:00–3:30 PM ET\nExclusive to Proud Partners | $35 Participation Fee* | This session has limited capacity. \nThe weight of the world doesn’t get lighter after one conversation. Too often\, we attend webinars\, nod along\, and then go back to our busy lives without turning insights into action. This Virtual “Pink Tank” is designed to change that. \nHosted by Colin Druhan\, Executive Director of Pride at Work Canada\, this members-only session goes beyond listening. It’s a chance to roll up your sleeves\, test ideas against your workplace reality\, and turn learning into concrete next steps. Expect live discussion\, chat engagement\, surveys\, and pre-event input\, all focused on surfacing solutions that work for you. \nTogether\, we’ll tackle four key questions: \n\n\n\nWhat new information did we learn from the November 18 webinar?\nWhat confirmed what we already know?\nWhat solutions sounded good but feel impossible to implement in my workplace?\nWhat short-term wins can we achieve with this information?\n\n\n\nTo make the most of our 90 minutes\, participants will complete a brief pre-event survey and can opt to review curated pre-read materials. With attendance limited\, you’ll have the space to engage meaningfully and leave with a plan you can actually put into practice. \n[vc_row nav_skin=”dark” consent_include=”include”][vc_column css_animation=””][vc_button_arrow title=”Register Today!” style=”simple” display=”display_block” skin=”dark” css_animation=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.ca%2Fe%2Fvirtual-pink-tank-session-improving-mental-health-for-our-communities-tickets-1732658190289|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row] \nFacilitator\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n\nColin Druhan (he/him)\,\nExecutive Director\, Pride at Work Canada \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nColin Druhan (he/him) is the Executive Director of Pride at Work Canada\, where he made Mental Health First Aid and Naloxone training mandatory for staff and co-created Leading for Impact\, a coaching program for people-managers. With over 20 years in the nonprofit sector—running counseling programs\, food banks\, and advocacy services—he’s seen the heavy toll community work takes: stress\, substance use\, and suicidality are all endemic. He believes progress comes through access to affirming mental health care\, vital for individuals and organizations alike. \nHe completed the Strategic Perspectives in Nonprofit Strategy program at Harvard Business School and studied change management and AI integration at Rotman’s Leading Change program. A graduate of NSCAD University (BFA ‘05)\, Colin remains a creative thinker at heart. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility\n\nSpoken language: English\nClosed captioning: English\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom\, interactive mode)\n\nPlease note this session is limited to employees of Proud Partner organizations only. Additional accessibility requests can be submitted via the registration form.\n*This contribution helps support Pride at Work’s mission and activities\, and better guarantees the attendance of our registrants. It also ensures an exclusive conversation with our Executive Director.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/virtual-pink-tank-session-20251125/
LOCATION:Manitoba
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Paid event,Webinar
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SUMMARY:SPARK Vancouver 2025
DESCRIPTION:November 5\, 2025 | 1:30 pm – 7:00 pm PST \n \nFind Inspiration. Leave with a new perspective. Spark impactful change. \nSPARK is a transformative half-day symposium bringing together Senior Executives\, Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion (DEI) leaders\, and Human Resources professionals for shared learning\, networking\, and innovation. \nTheme: Elevating 2SLGBTQIA+ Newcomer and Migrant Talent.\nQueer and trans communities bring extraordinary creativity\, resilience\, and innovation to the workforce. Yet\, job seekers and employees from these communities—especially those who are newcomers or migrants—often face systemic barriers that limit their recognition and advancement. Too often\, they are perceived as “unconventional” hires or encounter stalled career growth despite their capabilities. \nSPARK is a celebration and a call to action. This event is dedicated to dismantling those barriers and highlighting the immense\, underrecognized potential of 2SLGBTQIA+ newcomers and migrants. By creating space for visibility\, dialogue\, and connection\, SPARK aims to amplify voices\, empower careers\, and drive change across workplaces and industries. \nKey Highlights\n\nInspiring Insights: Dive deep into the talent acquisition process\, exploring attraction\, selection\, and development strategies.\nDynamic Discussions: Engage in lively keynote presentations and thought-provoking discussions led by driven 2SLGBTQIA+ newcomer and migrant leaders.\nStrategic Networking: Foster intentional connections to fuel organizational change and create workplaces where everyone\, including 2SLGBTQIA+ newcomers and migrant individuals\, thrives.\n\nHost Sponsor and Location\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \n[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”1/3″] \n  \nBDC Square and Hall\n1133 Melville Street\, Suite 1500 (15th Floor)\nVancouver\, BC V6E 4E5 \n[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row] \nReception Sponsor\n \nAgenda\n\n1:30pm – 2:45pm: Welcome and Opening Keynotes\n2:45pm – 3:00pm: Networking Session ~ Engage with other DEI and talent acquisition leaders!\n3:00pm – 4:00pm: Roundtable Discussions (see topics below)\n4:00pm – 4:15pm: Networking Session ~ Engage with other DEI and talent acquisition leaders!\n4:15pm – 5:00pm: Key Reflections and Closing\n5:00pm – 7:00pm: Networking Reception with 2SLGBTQIA+ newcomer and migrant leaders and talent\n\nDiscussion Groups\n\nSupporting Refugees with Norma Lize Rhayem\, Rainbow Refugee Society\nCreating Your Newcomer Strategy with Adeline Huynh\, The Commons Consulting\nAttracting and Developing Newcomer Talent with Valerie Raghoebier and Joshna Hirani\, Sher Vancouver\n\nKeynote Speaker\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nAleks Selim Dughman Manzur (J.D.\, LL.M.)\n(They/Them) \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nAleks Selim Dughman Manzur is a transgender Palestinian born and primarily raised in Santiago\, Chile. As a Chilean lawyer\, Aleks specializes in human rights\, reproductive and sexual health law\, LGBTQI+ rights\, and refugee rights. They hold an LL.M. from the University of Toronto and currently serve as the Co-Executive Director of Rainbow Refugee. Aleks is also the past President of the Canadian Council for Refugees and currently holds a position as an Executive Committee member. Additionally\, they are the co-chair of From Borders to Belonging\, a Canada-wide coalition in solidarity with LGBTQI refugees and asylum seekers. \nPreviously\, Aleks worked as the Director of LGBTQ+ Refugee Programs and SAH representative for the Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto. Their past roles also include positions at LEAF (Women’s Legal Education and Action Fund)\, the Association for Women’s Rights in Development (AWID)\, and the International Reproductive and Sexual Health Law Programme at the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Law. \nTheir work focuses on facilitating pathways for refugee protection and co-creating communities of belonging for individuals with diverse sexual orientations\, gender identities\, expressions\, and sex characteristics (SOGIESC). Aleks designs programs and services for LGBTQI+ asylum seekers\, refugee claimants\, and refugees\, and advocates for refugee rights at various levels of government\, both locally and internationally. Additionally\, they provide advisory and expert opinions\, represent Canada at international forums on refugee protection\, and conduct webinars and workshops for numerous local and international organizations. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nEmcee\n[vc_row custom_bg_color=”{“solid“:{“id“:“Border color“\,“color“:“#ebebf5“}}” ][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nKy Sargeant (she/they)\nDEI Consultant and Comedian \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nKy is an EDI consultant known for her engaged approach to facilitation\, where she leverages 8 years of public speaking and performing arts experience to communicate complex DEI topics in an accessible way for all audiences. Previously the assistant to the Senior Dean of Equity\, Diversity and Inclusion at the UBC Sauder School of Business & currently an EDI Scholar in Residence at UBC Library\, she brings a deep understanding of academic frameworks of EDI and how to translate that knowledge into practice. She has since co-developed a first-of-its-kind index and training program for business funders and is the Vice-Chair of the board for QMUNITY. Outside of work\, she regularly hosts a 2SLGBTQIA+ Open-Mic Comedy night and performs stand-up comedy around the city. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nDiscussion Group Facilitators\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nNorma Lize Rhayem\nCommunications Manager\, Rainbow Refugee Society\n\n \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nNorma Lize Rhayem\, a transgender activist and advocate from the Middle East. Her activism started when she was studying journalism and communication arts\, leading to her involvement with LGBTQIA+ organizations in the SWANA region and worldwide. Her lived experience\, and work in Media and the Non-profit sector helped her to raise the voice about LGBTQIA+ issues around the world. Since relocating to Vancouver\, she continues to fight for the rights of the trans community. She worked as a Sponsorship Coordinator at Rainbow Refugee\, a Peer Facilitator at Mosaic\, and a co-trainer at QMUNITY. Norma is currently working as a Communications Manager at Rainbow Refugee Society and is working on developing training materials to help raise awareness in workplaces and communities. Topic: Supporting Refugees \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row custom_bg_color=”{“solid“:{“id“:“Border color“\,“color“:“#ebebf5“}}” ][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nAdeline Huynh (she/her)\nEDI strategist and founder\, The Commons Consulting \n  \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nAdeline Huynh is an equity\, diversity\, and inclusion strategist and founder of The Commons Consulting living and working on the traditional\, ancestral\, and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm\, Səl̓ílwətaʔ\, and Skwxwú7mesh peoples. With almost two decades of experience guiding nearly 100 organizations—from healthcare to higher-ed—she translates big-picture vision into practical\, people-centred solutions. Adeline has championed newcomer inclusion by supporting ISSofBC’s EDI work and launching QMUNITY’s Routes to Roots program for LGBTQ2S+ immigrant and refugee youth. She also co-authored Authentically Inclusive Marketing and designs engaging online courses and in-person trainings that help organizations thrive. Away from the Zoom and workshop room\, you’ll find her trying to keep up with her 7-year-old\, swapping book recommendations\, and plotting her next storytelling project over a strong cup of Vietnamese coffee. Topic: Creating Your Newcomer Strategy \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n\nValerie Raghoebier (she/her)\nBoard Director\, Sher Vancouver \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nValerie (she/her) is a dynamic actress and model based in Vancouver’s thriving film industry. Beyond the screen\, she is a passionate advocate for 2SLGBTQ+ rights\, animal welfare\, and environmental sustainability\, actively working to reduce her carbon footprint. Valerie brings her creativity and compassion to the nonprofit sector as the newest Board Member of Sher Vancouver. She has also served as a juror for the prestigious January Award and is a shortlist juror for the Sundar Prize Film Festival\, where she helps spotlight powerful and impactful stories from around the world. Topic: Attracting and Developing Newcomer Talent \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row custom_bg_color=”{“solid“:{“id“:“Border color“\,“color“:“#ebebf5“}}” ][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nJoshna Hirani (she/her)\nManager of Community Engagement\, Sher Vancouver \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″]\nJoshna Hirani\, of Gujarati origin and born in Kenya\, is a dynamic community leader dedicated to equity\, inclusion\, and social justice. Professionally trained in Occupational Therapy\, she combines cultural sensitivity with mindfulness and compassion to empower individuals and strengthen communities. As Sher Vancouver’s Manager of Community Engagement\, Joshna is a driving force behind the organization’s public presence\, representing it at major events\, building networks\, and raising awareness of its mission. She remains committed to learning from diverse communities\, reflecting on her experiences\, and continually evolving to be a better community member and leader. Topic: Attracting and Developing Newcomer Talent \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand how to attract\, and retain 2SLGBTQIA+ newcomer talent.\nDiscover the experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ newcomer and migrant talent.\nCultivate a relationship with fellow DEI leaders\, and 2SLGBTQIA+ talent.\n\nAudience\n\nSenior Leaders\nDEI Professionals\nTalent Acquisition Professionals\n\nMore details coming soon. \nRegistration and Pricing\nLIMITED SEATS – Purchase your tickets as soon as possible. Registration is now open on Eventbrite. \nPartner tickets: Senior leaders of Pride at Work Canada’s Proud Partners & Community Partners \n\n$345.00 (+ tax) – Early Bird Price (until September 30)\n$445.00 (+ tax) – Regular Price\n\nGeneral tickets: For senior leaders of other companies & organizations (non-partners) \n\n$545.00 (+ tax) – Early Bird Price (until September 30)\n$645.00 (+ tax) – Regular Price\n\nOn Eventbrite\, participants will be asked to provide some personal & professional details\, accessibility requests\, food restrictions and allergies. For any additional questions\, reach out to us at events@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/spark-vancouver-2025/
LOCATION:BDC Square and Hall\, 1133 Melville Street\, Suite 1500\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6E 4E5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Networking,Paid event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251025T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251025T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T213808
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SUMMARY:We Belong @ Work
DESCRIPTION:October 25\, 2025 | 2:30 PM to 8:00 PM CDT\nParticipation Fee: $25\n \nA career connection event for trans and queer jobseekers and changemakers.\nJoin us for We Belong @ Work\, a one-of-a-kind workplace networking event built by and for trans people\, and welcoming to all who support 2SLGBTQIA+ human rights in the workplace. This event is more than just networking — it’s a space for meaningful connection\, collective strategy\, and career growth. \nWhether you’re a jobseeker exploring new opportunities\, a professional looking to build community\, or a changemaker ready to share your wisdom\, We Belong @ Work offers an affirming and dynamic environment to meet\, learn\, and thrive. \nWhat to expect of this event\n\nTwo rounds of “rotating discussion leaders” – a lively format where discussion leaders rotate between tables to share insights\, answer questions\, and spark discussion.\nOpen networking – a chance to connect with fellow attendees\, recruiters\, and community leaders.\nFood and drinks are available throughout the evening in a relaxed\, welcoming setting.\n\nThis event is done in partnership with Pride at Work Canada\, the Manitoba LGBT* Chamber of Commerce\, and Trans Manitoba. \nTiming\n2:30 – 3:00 PM Registration Opens & Refreshments (non-alcoholic)\n3:00 – 3:30 PM Opening Remarks & Keynote\n3:30 – 4:30 PM Structured Networking: Round 1\n4:30 – 5:00 PM Open Networking\n5:00 – 5:15 PM Transition Time / After-Work Refreshments (bar opens)\n5:15 – 5:45 PM Condensed Opening Remarks & Featured Guest\n5:45 – 6:45 PM Structured Networking: Round 2\n6:45 – 8:00 PM Open Networking & Refreshments\n8:00 PM Bar Closes & Event Ends \n[vc_row nav_skin=”dark” consent_include=”include”][vc_column css_animation=””][vc_button_arrow title=”Register Today!” style=”simple” display=”display_block” skin=”dark” css_animation=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fmb-lgbt.biz%2Fevents%2F%23!event%2Fregister%2F2025%2F10%2F25%2Fwe-belong-work|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row] \nKeynote\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n\nThe Honourable Uzoma Asagwara\n(they/them)\nDeputy Premier and Minister of Health\, Seniors and Long-Term Care \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nThe Honourable Uzoma Asagwara was first elected as the MLA for Union Station in 2019\, when they became the first non-binary MLA in the Manitoba legislature and one of the first black MLAs elected in Manitoba’s history. They served as the official opposition critic for health from 2019-2023. Asagwara is a registered psychiatric nurse and addictions specialist. Before becoming an MLA\, they practiced frontline nursing in acute adult psychiatry\, co-occurring disorders initiatives\, and specialized treatment services. \nThey also spent over a decade working with youth and families in mental health\, addictions and stabilization care. They were an active entrepreneur and community health and equity advocate. They served on the Board of the Women’s Health Clinic and advanced economic opportunity for equity deserving groups across Manitoba. They are a former member of the Canadian National Basketball team and mentor to young athletes. They have served as the Deputy Premier and Minister of Health\, Seniors and Long-Term Care since 2023. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility\n\nASL interpretation will be provided.\nMasks are optional\, but will be available at registration.\n\nFrequently Asked Questions\n[vc_row nav_skin=”light” consent_include=”include”][vc_column css_animation=””][vc_expandable_list style=”minimal” skin=”light” css_animation=””][vc_expandable_list_item title=”Can I attend if I’m not trans?”][vc_text_element css_animation=””]Yes please! If you are a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community or a supporter of 2SLGBTQIA+ human rights in the workplace you are very welcome. It is\, however\, important to recognize that this space centers and prioritizes trans communities due to the particular challenge that trans people have in accessing meaningful\, affirming employment.[/vc_text_element][/vc_expandable_list_item][vc_expandable_list_item title=”What if I’ve never networked before?” tab_id=”1758316750861-2-1″][vc_text_element css_animation=””]That’s not a problem at all. This is a great opportunity for you to try something new if you have never participated in an event like this before. There may also be other folks who haven’t done this before either\, so you won’t be alone![/vc_text_element][/vc_expandable_list_item][vc_expandable_list_item title=”Do I need to attend the entire event\, or can I attend a certain part?”][vc_text_element css_animation=””]The event has been planned to accommodate various individual schedules. You are welcome to attend all or only a portion of the event\, arriving and departing at the time that suits you best.[/vc_text_element][/vc_expandable_list_item][vc_expandable_list_item title=”Will there be a space I can go to if I need a quiet space away from the crowd?” tab_id=”1758316869934-3-2″][vc_text_element css_animation=””]Yes! We understand that attendees may have the need to spend time in a quiet space\, so there will be a designated space for this.[/vc_text_element][/vc_expandable_list_item][vc_expandable_list_item title=”Why is this a paid event?” tab_id=”1758316900325-4-7″][vc_text_element css_animation=””]All the funds associated with this event will go towards covering the cost of the event and supporting the mission of creating equitable workplaces for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.[/vc_text_element][/vc_expandable_list_item][vc_expandable_list_item title=”This sounds like a business event. What kind of attire is appropriate?” tab_id=”1758316964386-5-5″][vc_text_element css_animation=””]There is no formal dress code for this event. Wear whatever you feel comfortable in![/vc_text_element][/vc_expandable_list_item][/vc_expandable_list][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/we-belong-work/
LOCATION:Launch Coworking – Exchange\, 167 Lombard Ave suite 500\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3B 3H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Networking,Paid event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250430T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250430T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T213808
CREATED:20250205T200656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T192155Z
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SUMMARY:SPARK Toronto 2025
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 30\, 2025\, from 1:30 PM to 7:00 PM EDT – This in-person paid leadership event is open to all who wish to register and has a limited number of participants. \n \nFind inspiration. Leave with a new perspective. Spark impactful change. \nSPARK Toronto 2025 is an exclusive\, interactive event that connects business leaders with the global change makers who are driving 2SLGBTQIA+ equity forward. Unlike traditional conferences\, SPARK Toronto 2025 fosters intimate\, impactful connections with individuals who are shaping the global workplace and human rights landscapes. \nThis is not a “sit and listen” event that could be replaced with a webinar. SPARK Toronto 2025 is a must-attend experience that brings together cutting-edge strategies\, and actionable insights for businesses ready to elevate their approach to inclusion in Canada and globally. \nThis Year’s Theme: From Global to Local\nAs we have been seeing worldwide progress for 2SLGBTQIA+ rights and inclusion over the past decades\, we are now seeing a global backlash against Two-spirit\, queer\, and trans rights. This backlash has been global in reach with a number of countries recriminalizing LGBTQIA+ people\, restricting access to gender-affirming care\, banning drag as an artform\, the banning of books and more. With international speakers this SPARK will focus on how we continue to promote 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion at home within this global context. \nEvent Objectives:\n\nGlobal Insights\, Local Impact: Showcase strategies for workforce effectiveness by engaging directly with human rights advocates and business leaders from Canada\, the USA\, Mexico\, the Netherlands and beyond.\nConnection & Collaboration: Create unique opportunities to interact face-to-face with changemakers like David Pollard (he/him)\, Co-Founder & Executive Director of the Workplace Pride Foundation\, and other global leaders.\nAction-Oriented Learning: Provide actionable takeaways for Canadian companies to thrive in:\nTougher markets where LGBTQIA+ rights are under threat.\nEmerging markets where opportunities are expanding with recent advancements like same-sex marriage legalization or decriminalization of homosexuality.\nDeepen Sponsorship Impact: Align sponsor brands with global 2SLGBTQIA+ progress while creating authentic connections with decision-makers in HR and workforce development.\n\nGOLD SPONSOR\n \nHOST SPONSOR & LOCATION\n[vc_row equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column width=”1/4″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n\nEY\nEY Tower\n100 Adelaide St W – 40th Floor\nToronto\, ON M5H 0E2 \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″][/vc_column][/vc_row] \nKeynote Speaker:\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nDavid Pollard (he/him)\nExecutive Director\, Workplace Pride Foundation \n[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”2/3″] \nDavid Pollard is co-founder and Executive Director of the Workplace Pride Foundation. The Foundation represents the LGBTIQ+ networks of more than 130 prominent companies and organizations and strives for greater LGBTIQ+ workplace inclusion internationally. \nHe has worked for 30+ years in the international corporate world\, 20 of which have been dealing with LGBTIQ+ issues from an international Civil Society perspective. David is founder and former Global Chairman of ING’s LGBTIQ+ employee network and\, in his 16 year career at ING\, fulfilled a number of responsibilities including the creation and management of ING’s European Affairs Department. \nDavid holds degrees in International Relations (BA\, Political Science and Business\, University of Oklahoma\, USA) and in European Affairs (Masters: Diplome d’Etudes Europeén\, Université Catholique de Louvain\, Belgium). He lives in Amsterdam with his husband Michael. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nEmcee:\n[vc_row custom_bg_color=”{“solid“:{“id“:“Border color“\,“color“:“#ebebf5“}}”][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n  \n \nTranna Wintour (she/her) \n[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”2/3″] \nTranna Wintour was revealed to the French-Canadian audience during her remarkable stint in the second season of Big Brother Célébrités\, the Quebec version of Celebrity Big Brother\, in which her personality\, her resilience and her humour burst onto the screen. \nHowever\, Tranna’s career began about ten years earlier in Anglophone Canada\, where she was actively developing her talents as a comedian\, singer\, author and producer. In 2019\, she was named one of the 10 most promising comedians of Just for Laugh’s New Faces. That same year\, Fashion Magazine crowned her as one of the queens of Canadian comedy. During this period\, one of her flagship projects\, the Chosen Family podcast produced by CBC\, was named one of the best podcasts by Apple Canada for two consecutive years. \nSince then\, she has been a regular on a number of French and English events\, including Juste pour rire\, ComédiHa! and Just for Laughs galas\, and popular TV shows such as En direct de l’univers and La semaine des 4 Julie. She is also a recurring featured guest on a lot of Quebec radio stations and podcasts. \nHer career on stage continues to evolve at a rapid pace\, thanks to her English-speaking or bilingual shows which garner significant attention from the media and the public. In 2023\, Tranna was frequently called upon to open for the immensely popular comedian Matteo Lane\, which she still does brilliantly to this day. \nTranna is more than ever an icon of the LGBTQ2S+ community\, both in French-speaking and in English-speaking circles. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nSpeakers:\n[vc_row] \n[vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nGrandmother Kim Wheatley (she/her)\nAnishinaabe Cultural Consultant \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nTraditional Anishinaabe Grandmother Kim Wheatley is Ojibway\, Potawatomi and Caribbean in ancestry. She is a band member of Shawanaga First Nation located on the shores of Georgian Bay on Robinson Huron Treaty Territories and is Turtle Clan. She carries the Spirit name “Head or Leader of the Fireflower” and has worked for 3 decades with Indigenous and non-Indigenous Communities across Canada. \nAs a multi award winning speaker for over 3 decades Kim has appeared locally\, nationally and internationally in books\, magazines\, television\, radio and numerous news articles. She is a published author\, hand drummer\, singer\, water walker\, artist & ceremonial practitioner. Kim is committed to forging good relationships based on acts of reconciliation that honour the past\, connect the present and contribute to the future. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row custom_bg_color=”{“solid“:{“id“:“Border color“\,“color“:“#ebebf5“}}”] \n[vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nShawnie Hawkins (she/her)\nSenior Director of the Workplace Equality Program\, HRC Foundation \n[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”2/3″] \nRaShawn “Shawnie” Hawkins\, SHRM-CP (she/her) Senior Director for the Workplace Equality Program at HRC Foundation. She has been an advocate and educator on LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion for over 15 years. In this role with HRC\, she is responsible for managing key corporate and constituent engagement programs\, namely educational resource development\, training\, ongoing communication platforms and multimedia projects addressing current and emerging LGBTQ+ subjects for advancing workplace inclusion efforts. Before joining the Foundation\, she worked in the corporate space as a Human Resources Business Partner and as a Leadership Development professional\, designing and implementing training curriculums for organizations across multiple industries like retail and telecommunications. RaShawn holds a BS from the University of Iowa and has a Leading in Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion certification from Northwestern University. \n[/vc_row] \n[vc_row] \n[vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nFrancisco Robledo (he/him)\nFounder & managing partner\, ADIL diversidad e inclusion laboral. Implementing partner for Human Rights Campaign Foundation in Mexico\n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nEntrepreneur\, consultant and strategist in workplace inclusion since 2010. Trainer and speaker with 15 years of work experience\, with special focus and interest in LGBTQ+ people. Graduate in Information Systems from UNAM. He worked in companies such as 3M and Telefónica Movistar. He was part of the 2024 class of Stanford University’s LGBTQ Executive Leadership Program. \nIn 2014\, he founded ADIL Diversity and Labor Inclusion\, a consultancy firm to promote total inclusion and non-discrimination policies and procedures for all people in their workspaces. Strategist behind initiatives such as forums on good practices of workplace inclusion\, national surveys on workplace discrimination\, editorial projects to make executive leaders visible in favor of diversity\, equity and inclusion. \nRegarding LGBTQ+ matters\, since 2016 it has implemented in Mexico the certification for companies HRC Equidad MX Best Places to Work LGBTQ+ Equality\, from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation\, which in its 2025 edition more than 300 companies participate and impacto more than 1.4 million workers. From 2011 to 2022\, he served more than 1\,000 same-gender couples in civil registry procedures since the approval of marriage equality in Mexico City\, until it was legislated in all the states of the country.\n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nModerators:\n[vc_row custom_bg_color=”{“solid“:{“id“:“Border color“\,“color“:“#ebebf5“}}”][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nLatoya Nugent (she/her)\nHead of Engagement\, Rainbow Railroad \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nLatoya Nugent is a Black queer feminist\, refugee\, and movement strategist with over 15 years of experience in education\, advocacy\, and organizational leadership. Rooted in the Freirean philosophy of teaching for transformation\, Latoya centers lived-expertise and collective power to reimagine systems and co-create a liberated future. \nAs Head of Engagement\, at Rainbow Railroad\, she leads high-impact strategies in design thinking\, public engagement\, and partnership development\, driving alignment around a bold mission for global queer liberation. Her portfolio includes communications\, volunteer mobilization\, and refugee leadership—bridging community wisdom with institutional innovation to amplify reach and deepen impact. \nLatoya’s leadership has been instrumental in the Caribbean\, where she pioneered work at the intersection of Black feminisms\, queer identities\, and economic justice. A respected critical thinker and visionary\, she continues to influence global conversations on equity and belonging. \nLatoya has made Canada her home\, thanks to the radical and revolutionary work of Rainbow Railroad and the kindness and compassion of The 519. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \nColin Druhan (he/him)\nExecutive Director\,\nPride at Work Canada[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”1/3″] \nJade Pichette (they/them)\nDirector of Programs\,\nPride at Work Canada[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”1/3″] \nJose Patiño-Gomez (he/him)\nDirector of External Relations\, \nPride at Work Canada[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAgenda:\n\n1:30pm – 2:45pm: Welcome and Opening Keynotes\n2:45pm – 3:00pm: Networking Session / Break\n3:00pm – 4:00pm: Regional Roundtable Discussions\n4:00pm – 4:15pm: Networking Session / Break\n4:15pm – 5:00pm: Key Reflections and Closing\n5:00pm – 7:00pm: Networking Reception\n\nRoundtable Facilitators: \n\nUSA: Colin Druhan (he/him)\, Executive Director\, Pride at Work Canada & Shawnie Hawkins (she/her)\, Senior Director of the Workplace Equality Program\, HRC Foundation\nMexico/Latam: Jose Patiño-Gomez (he/him)\, Director of External Relations\, Pride at Work Canada & Francisco Robledo (he/him)\, Founder & managing partner\, ADIL diversidad e inclusion laboral. (Implementing partner for HRC Mexico)\nEurope: Jade Pichette (they/them)\, Director of Programs\, Pride at Work Canada & David Pollard (he/him)\, Executive Director\, Workplace Pride Foundation\n\nWhat Makes SPARK Unique?\n\nIntimacy and Access: This is an event where you don’t just hear from the leaders—you meet them.\nGlobal Perspectives: SPARK Toronto 2025 provides the rare opportunity to engage with advocates and experts from Canada’s major trading partners (USA\, Mexico and the EU) and beyond.\nFuture-Focused: With a focus on actionable insights\, attendees leave equipped to drive real change within their organizations.\n\nAudience:\n\nC-suite and Senior Leaders\nDEI and HR Professionals\n2SLGBTQIA+ Employee Resource Group leaders\n\nAccreditation Hours:\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″]This program has been approved for 3 CPD hours under Section A of the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Log of the Human Resource Professionals Association (HRPA). For more information about certification or continuing professional development\, visit the HRPA website at: www.hrpa.ca.[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nRegistration and Pricing:\nLIMITED SEATS – Purchase your tickets as soon as possible. Registration is now open on Eventbrite\, and the participation fees are: \nPartner tickets: Senior leaders of Pride at Work Canada’s Proud Partners & Community Partners \n\n$345.00 (+ tax) – Early Bird Price (Until March 20th)\n$445.00 (+ tax) – Regular Price\n\nGeneral tickets: For senior leaders of other companies & organizations (non-partners) \n\n$545.00 (+ tax) – Early Bird Price (Until March 20th)\n$645.00 (+ tax) – Regular Price\n\nExclusive Access & Discounts: *All registrants will also receive an exclusive 15% discount to attend the Future of Work Canada 2025\, taking place on April 1-2\, 2025. **Early Bird registrants are eligible to apply for a complimentary VIP pass to the Future of Work Canada 2025 – Future Talent Conference. Passes are limited and will be granted to applicants who meet the required criteria (director level and above). \nOn Eventbrite\, participants will be asked to inform some personal & professional details\, accessibility requests\, food restrictions & allergies\, and to rank the roundtable conversations. For any additional questions reach out to us at events@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/spark-toronto-2025/
LOCATION:EY Tower – Toronto\, 100 Adelaide St W - 40th Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M5H 0E2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Networking,Paid event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250218T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250218T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T213808
CREATED:20250110T132154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T211905Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Pride / Fierté des neiges 2025
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, February 18\, 2025\, from 4:00 PM to 8:30 PM EST – This in-person event is open to the public and requires a ticket to attend. \nPresented by Pride at Work Canada\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″] \nWinter Pride returns on February 18\, 2025\, to Montreal for an evening of learning and networking with other 2SLGBTQIA + professionals and allies promoting workplace inclusion. \nHost Partner\n \n\nRBC – Royal Bank of Canada\n1 Place Ville Marie\, Montréal\, Québec \nWhen\nFebruary 18\, 2025 \n\n4:00 PM to 5:00 PM – Leadership in Challenging Times (Bilingual Session)\n5:30 PM to 8:30 PM – Networking Reception\n\nDrinks and appetizers are included.\n—\n \nWinter Pride: Leadership in Challenging Times (Bilingual Session)\n4:00 pm – 5:00 pm / Boardroom – 41st Floor\nPresented by:  \n \nJoin Pride at Work Canada for a compelling Winter Pride event focused on the vital role of 2SLGBTQIA+ leaders in a world where rights and representation face increasing challenges. Featuring Jade Pichette (they/them)\, Director of Programs at Pride at Work Canada\, and members of Pride at Work Canada’s Board of Directors\, this event will spotlight stories of resilience\, strategies for advocacy\, and actionable insights to empower leaders to navigate and thrive in difficult circumstances. Together\, we will explore how inclusive leadership can foster change and solidarity in the face of adversity. \nSpeakers\nJade Pichette is an inclusion\, diversity\, equity\, and accessibility (IDEA!) professional based in Tkarón:to/Toronto. Currently\, Jade serves as the Director of Programs at Pride at Work Canada where in 2024 they made history as the first trans person to open the Toronto Stock Exchange and notably presented to the Senate of Canada on the importance of 2SLGBTQIA+ leadership. \nErin Roach is the Director\, Diversity and Inclusion at Ubisoft where she leads the equity\, diversity and inclusion strategy for its Canadian studios. She has taken a leadership role on national knowledge sharing networks such as the Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub and the Future Skills research network. Her work focuses on multi-level system approaches to D&I\, innovation and entrepreneurship\, intersectionality and impact measurement. \nKatia Aubin is an expert in reputation management and brand influence. She has developed captivating\, engaging\, and inclusive communication strategies for organizations such as Sid Lee\, RDS\, Ubisoft\, and Rogers throughout her career. Her campaigns have made an impact in Quebec\, Canada\, and have been featured in international publications like The Wall Street Journal\, The Atlantic\, and The Verge. \nTickets*\n\n$80 + taxes (Proud Partners and Community Partners)\n$120 + taxes (Non-Partners)\n\n*The session includes access to the following networking reception hosted by Tranna Wintour. \nNetworking Reception\n5:30 pm – 8:30 pm / Quad – Main Floor\n \nAn evening of learning and networking\, Winter Pride returns on February 18\, continuing the annual tradition of bringing the Pride at Work Canada network to Montreal to celebrate the inclusion of 2SLGBTQIA + people in the workplace during the winter season. The evening will be hosted by comedian\, singer\, writer and producer Tranna Wintour\, who returns to hosting for a second year after a notable participation in The Traitors Canada. The event will be held in person at the RBC QUAD in downtown Montreal. \nTickets**\n\n$20 + taxes (Proud Partners and Community Partners)\n$40 + taxes (Non-Partners)\n\n  \n**This contribution helps support Pride at Work’s mission and activities\, and better guarantees the attendance of our registrants. If you are a member of our Community Partners network and would like to participate at a more accessible cost\, please contact us. \n  \nTickets for Winter Pride and the learning session are available on Eventbrite.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/winter-pride-2025/
LOCATION:Manitoba
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Networking,Paid event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241015T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T213808
CREATED:20240829T184746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T190051Z
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SUMMARY:FLOURISH - Virtual ERG Leader Development Program
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, October 15\, 2024\, at 6:00 PM EDT – This online paid leadership event is open to all who wish to register and has a limited number of participants. \n \nFLOURISH is an eight-week virtual program that will develop the skills required for 2SLGBTQIA+ Employee Resource Group (ERG)* leaders to be effective and successful in their roles. Those who lead 2SLGBTQIA+ ERGs have an enormous opportunity to create change for Two-Spirit\, queer and trans employees. They also face very specific challenges in Canadian workplaces. While session content will touch on the mechanics of ERGs\, the primary focus of FLOURISH will be developing individual competency in four areas: \n\nDomestic and international 2SLGBTQIA+ economic issues\nBuilding business cases and generating buy-in for 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion\nPrinciples of governance and volunteer management\nProviding peer support to 2SLGBTQIA+ people and their allies\n\nThrough live Zoom sessions\, virtual learning modules and self-directed work\, our FLOURISH program will collectively unlock their potential as ERG leaders. \nFor more details\, speakers and application\, visit our FLOURISH page. \n* Please note we use Employee Resource Group as a catch all term which is inclusive of Business Resource Groups\, Affinity Networks\, and other similar employee led groups focused on equity-deserving groups.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/flourish-20241015/
LOCATION:Manitoba
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Paid event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240417T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240417T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T213808
CREATED:20240125T214306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T134915Z
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SUMMARY:SPARK - Toronto
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 17\, 2024\, from 1:30 PM to 7:00 PM EDT – This in-person paid leadership event is open to all who wish to register and has a limited number of participants. \n  \nFind inspiration. Leave with a new perspective. Spark impactful change.\n  \nSPARK is a transformative half-day symposium bringing together Senior Executives\, Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion (DEI) leaders\, and Talent Acquisition professionals for shared learning\, networking\, and innovation. \nThis Year’s Theme: Elevating Talent Acquisition for the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community.\nWe know that Two-Spirit\, queer\, and trans communities are a wealth of creativity\, innovation\, and have a dynamic impact in workplaces. Yet\, employees and job seekers from these communities are often overlooked\, deemed unconventional hires\, or stagnate in their careers. \nSPARK aims to break barriers and shine a spotlight on the untapped talent within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community\, both in the workplace and the job market. \nDIAMOND SPONSOR\n\n[vc_row equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n\n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″]“Scotiabank has been a Proud Partner with Pride at Work Canada for many years. We are pleased to be supporting the SPARK conference for a second year. At last year’s inaugural conference\, our DEI leaders in attendance benefited from the sessions focused on Indigenous solidarity\, anti-black racism\, and accessibility. This year\, members of our Global Talent Acquisition Team are looking forward to learning insights into how the Bank can elevate our recruitment strategies to continue supporting members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.” \nDenine Das (she/her)\, Vice President\, Global Inclusion\, Scotiabank\n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nKey Highlights: \n\nInspiring Insights: Dive deep into the talent acquisition process\, exploring attraction\, selection\, and development strategies.\nDynamic Discussions: Engage in lively keynote presentations and thought-provoking roundtable discussions led by driven Two-Spirit\, trans\, and non-binary leaders.\nStrategic Networking: Foster intentional connections to fuel organizational change and create workplaces where everyone\, including Two-Spirit\, trans\, and non-binary individuals\, thrives.\n\nHOST SPONSOR & LOCATION\n[vc_row equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n\n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nEY\nEY Tower\n100 Adelaide St W – 40th Floor\nToronto\, ON M5H 0E2 \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAgenda: \n\n1:30 PM – 2:45 PM: Welcome and Opening Keynotes\n2:45 PM – 3:00 PM: Networking Session / Break\n3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Attraction\, Selection\, and Development Roundtable Discussions\n4:00 PM – 4:15 PM: Networking Session / Break\n4:15 PM – 5:00 PM: Key Reflections and Closing\n5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Networking Reception with Two-Spirit\, queer\, and trans leaders and talent\n\nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand how to attract and retain 2SLGBTQIA+ talent.\nDiscover the experiences of Two-spirit\, trans\, and non-binary talent.\nCultivate a relationship with fellow DEI leaders and 2SLGBTQIA+ talent.\n\nSILVER SPONSOR\n[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row content_placement=”middle” consent_include=”include” equal_height=”true”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] \n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] \n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAudience: \n\nSenior Leaders\nDEI professionals\nTalent Acquisition Professionals\n\nWe invite all participants to complete our SPARK pre-event survey\, which will contribute to discussions during the sessions. \nAccreditation hours:\n[vc_row equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n\n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″]This program has been approved for 3 CPD hours under Section A of the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Log of the Human Resource Professionals Association (HRPA). For more information about certification or continuing professional development\, visit the HRPA website at www.hrpa.ca.\n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nRoundtable Facilitators: \n\nAttraction: Jade Pichette (they/them)\, Director of Programs\, Pride at Work Canada & Dani Gomez-Ortega (she/they)\, Senior Manager – Global Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion\, McCain Foods\nSelection: Colin Druhan (he/him)\, Executive Director\, Pride at Work Canada & Delphinium Araya (she/her)\, Project Coordinator\, 2Spirit\, Trans and Non-Binary Social Health Programs\, HQ\nDevelopment: Misha Goforth (she/her)\, Manager of Programs\, Pride at Work Canada & Karibu Ramos (they/them)\, Executive Director\, Elevate Equity\n\nREGISTRATION & PRICING\nLIMITED SEATS – Purchase your tickets as soon as possible. Registrations will be open on Eventbrite soon\, and the participation fees are: \nGeneral tickets\nFor senior leaders of other companies & organizations (non-partners)\n$1\,300.00 (+ tax) – Regular Price\n$1\,100.00 (+ tax) – Early Bird Price (until March 17) \nPartner tickets\nSenior leaders of Pride at Work Canada’s Proud Partners & Community Partners\n$800.00 (+ tax) – Regular Price\n$600.00 (+ tax) – Early Bird Price (until March 17) \nOn Eventbrite\, participants will be asked to inform some personal & professional details\, accessibility requests\, food restrictions & allergies\, and to rank the roundtable conversations: Attraction\, Selection\, and Development. For any additional questions\, reach out to us at events@prideatwork.ca. \nBUY YOUR TICKET HERE.\nSPEAKERS\n[vc_row] \n[vc_column width=”1/3″]\n \nChris Mossiah (they/them)\nExecutive Director – Consumer & Community Banking\nJP Morgan Chase\nKeynote Speaker\n[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”2/3″] \nChris\, based in New York City\, is a Product Director of a digital design system within the Consumer & Community Banking line of business. They are also the Co-Chair of the Firmwide GEC (Gender Expansive Council) as well as co-lead for the Transgender\, Gender Nonconforming\, and Non-binary subcommittee of the PRIDE Tri-State BRG. Chris has worked for JP Morgan for over 6 years while being a member of the Pride leadership team for over 5 years. Chris also serves as a member of the Out & Equal Board of Directors. \nPrior to coming to JP Morgan\, Chris was enlisted in the US Navy as an electronic technician and has been in the technology field for over 20 years. Chris holds both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in computer science from The City College of New York and Syracuse University\, respectively. They reside in New York City with their 20-year-old son\, Carmello and French bulldog\, Creed.\n[/vc_column] \n[/vc_row] \n[vc_row] \n[vc_column width=”1/2″] \n \nElder Laureen Blu Waters (they/them)\nIstchii Nikamoon: Earth Song\, Wolf clan.\nCree/Metis/Micmac\nRemarksBlu is a member of the Metis Nation of Ontario. Blu’s family is from Big River Saskatchewan\, Star Blanket Reserve and Bra’dor Lake\, Eskasoni First Nations\, Cape Breton Nova Scotia\,and the Red River. Blu grew up with her grandmother and learned about traditional medicines learning healing methods and care of the sick. Her grandmother also shared her knowledge of the great teachings. She is currently working at Seneca College as an Elder on campus providing traditional teachings and one-to-one counselling. Blu spent 2.5 years working for the Nation Inquiry for murdered and missing women as a grand mother to commissioner Brian Eyelfson. and sits on the grandmother circle. Blu sits on the Thunder women healing lodge as a director of the board. Blu also sits as the Ontario representive for Metis people with 2 spirts in motion board. Blu also provides ceremony and teaching and counselling for 2 spirit people of the first nations\, in Toronto. Blu was also the national caucus representative for the Toronto Urban Aboriginal strategies for five years working with the community of Toronto and the government. She is also a graduate of DeVry Institute of Technology receiving her business software micro-computer architecture and A+ certification. Blu’s gifts include: Traditional teachings\, giving traditional spirit names\, hand drumming\, song writer\, creative writings\, and full moon conductor. Pipe ceremonies and sweat lodge ceremonies.and Traditional counciling. Blu is a Two-Spirit person\, a mother of 3\, a grandmother of 3\, a sun dancer\, pipe carrier.[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”1/2″] \n \nDr. Andrew B. Campbell (DR.ABC) (he/him)\nAssistant Professor and Teaching & Learning Coordinator\nUniversity of Toronto\nEmceeDr. Andrew B. Campbell (DR.ABC) is an Assistant Professor\, Teaching Stream in Leadership for Racial Justice in Education\, and the Teaching and Learning Coordinator for the Master of Teaching program at the University of Toronto. DR.ABC is well known to the OISE community for his leadership on advancing anti-discrimination work in teacher education and received OISE’s 2022 award for Excellence in Initial Teacher Education. He presently teaches courses in anti-discrimination education\, leadership and diversity\, educational change\, urban education\, and Black Educators’ pedagogy and practice. He has presented at numerous conferences and has delivered many presentations as a keynote speaker\, motivational speaker\, and workshop facilitator. He loves people\, food\, fashion\, travelling and bringing his community together for a good meal.[/vc_column] \n[/vc_row] \n  \nRoundtable Facilitators\n  \n[vc_row] \n[vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nJade Pichette (they/them)\nDirector of Programs\nPride at Work Canada\nAttractionJade Pichette is an inclusion\, diversity\, equity\, and accessibility (IDEA!) professional based in Tkarón:to/Toronto. Currently\, Jade serves as the Director of Programs at Pride at Work Canada\, where they work with over 250 large employers across Canada around gender expression\, gender identity\, and sexual orientation inclusion. Previously\, Jade served as the Volunteer and Community Outreach Coordinator at the ArQuives\, the Education Programs Coordinator at Kind Space\, and an independent inclusion consultant. They are an Ásatrú Gythia (priestess) and interfaith advocate who was the first trans-feminine person to present at the Parliament of World Religions in 2018. Jade was one of the authors of Transitioning Employers: A survey of policies and practices for trans inclusive workplaces and is the cohost of the Uncovering Belonging Podcast. Jade has been named one of Future of Good’s 2022 Young Impact Leaders\, Toronto Metropolitan University’s 2021 Pride Champions\, and is a judge for the Canadian HR Awards. In their spare time they can be found geeking out over queer\, trans\, and Norse histories\, firekeeping\, and spending time with their chosen family.[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nColin Druhan (he/him)\nExecutive Director\nPride at Work Canada\nSelectionColin Druhan has been at the helm of Pride at Work Canada since 2014\, steering the organization through significant growth. A champion for community-led initiatives\, he currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Stephen Lewis Foundation\, which funds grassroots efforts to fight HIV and AIDS in sub-Saharan Africa. A former Chair of Volunteer Toronto\, Canada’s largest volunteer centre\, Colin is committed to public service. In 2020 he was named a DiverseCity Fellow by CivicAction\, a recognition that underscores his dedication to inclusive civic engagement. Originally from Cole Harbour\, Nova Scotia\, Colin earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts in painting from NSCAD University in Halifax. He supplemented his skills through executive education programs at the Rotman School of Management and Cornell University. In 2020 he completed the Strategic Perspectives in Nonprofit Management program at Harvard Business School.[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nMisha Goforth (she/her)\nManager of Programs\nPride at Work Canada\nDevelopmentMisha Goforth is a project manager and gender equity specialist with several years of experience in the international development and policy field. She holds a Master of International Public Policy from Wilfrid Laurier University and a Bachelor of Environmental Studies from the University of Waterloo. In her professional and academic careers\, Misha is devoted to integrating gender justice and intersectionality into public policy in the international development and environmental fields and has a keen interest in advancing 2SLGBTQIA+ rights in these spaces. In 2019\, she presented on “Gender and the Environment” at the International Conference on Environmental Science and Technology where she led a discussion on the integration of gender-equitable approaches to environmental research. For the past several years\, she has worked as a gender advisor with the Government of Mongolia where she helped pass the first Gender-Responsive Policy for the extractive sector in Mongolia. With her passion for practical research\, Misha has also advocated for the rights of refugees with Global Affairs Canada and is currently supporting a project on empowering racialized and newcomer youth with Empowerment Squared in Hamilton.[/vc_column] \n[/vc_row] \n[vc_row] \n[vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nDani Gomez-Ortega (she/her\, they/them)\nSenior Manager – Global Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion\nMcCain Foods\nAttractionDani Gomez-Ortega is a global Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion leader with a passion for empowering others to create more inclusive spaces. Dani has championed inclusion across various sectors for 10 years. She is also an MBA candidate at the Ted Rogers School of Management. Currently Dani works as a global DEI leader at McCain Foods\, where she collaborates with teams across the world to drive inclusion. Most recently\, Dani was featured in the book “Global Changemakers for a Feminist Future” by Dr. Gayle Kimball and has won multiple awards for her work including a Bill 7 Award. Dani’s work and commitment to inclusion are shaped by her lived experience as a Venezuelan Latinx\, immigrant\, transgender woman with an invisible disability.[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nDelphinium Araya (she/her)\nProject Coordinator\, 2Spirit\, Trans and Non-Binary Social Health Programs\nHQ\nSelectionDelphinium (Delphi) Araya\, identifies as Trans\, 2Spirit\, Chilean-Canadian woman. Delphi has over 15 years experience in advocating for trans inclusion and equity. Her work in culture is founded in belief of decolonizing and indigenizing systems so we can treat the roots causes of social injustice. Delphi has also worked with organizations like 2 Spirited People of the 1st Nations and Ontario\, PODER- a decolonial feminist Latinx organization and Elevate Equity\, the first trans led organization in Toronto.\, Aboriginal HIV/AIDS Strategy; as a member of their board of Directors\, as a social justice storyteller\, and as a peer outreach worker to help better support and serve the two spirit communities in and outside Toronto. In whatever community she works with and is a part of Delphi is carrying on the legacy of a teacher like her Two Spirit ancestors before her.[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nKaribu Ramos (they/them)\nExecutive Director\nElevate Equity\nDevelopmentKaribu Ramos is a trans nonbinary person from Kūskatan (otherwise known as) El Salvador. They are a firm believer that the marrying of the DEI and the Nonprofit Industrial Complex can only be dismantled by interweaving the voices of the communities advocating for justice. Karibu’s work is deeply rooted in a self-reflexive practice of compassion\, trust\, and the inner root work that is required from someone living with intersecting identities\, privileges\, and varying levels of access and inaccess. In their career they have implemented transformative approaches to Trans Solidarity in the workplace. Karibu’s commitment and tenacity to influencing sustainability within traditional and non-traditional employment avenues with and for Trans and Nonbinary communities has been a catalyst in influencing cultural and systemic shifts in Canada and the US. Karibu is unrelenting and deliberate in their pursuit of creating autonomy through an intersectional approach towards justice. Karibu Ramos is a writer\, Equity Consultant\, and the Founder and Executive Director at Elevate Equity.[/vc_column] \n[/vc_row] \n[vc_row] \n[vc_column width=”1/3″]Cecilia Gentili (she/her)\nAuthor\, actress\, activist\, and Principal Consultant & Founder\nTransEquity\n \nCecilia Gentili is the award-winning author of Faltas\, actress on FX’s hit series POSE\, and renowned activist for transgender and sex worker rights. Most recently\, her one-woman show Red Ink had its off-Broadway debut to sold out crowds. She owns and leads TransEquity\, a nationally recognized consulting firm that provides cultural programming\, advocacy\, policy building and strategic advising for organizations\, government agencies\, brand partners\, and community. Her ongoing legacy of community advocacy\, storytelling and activism has been monumental in protecting federal rights from the U.S. Supreme Court\, raising millions in funding for trans rights\, and building foundational programs for trans and sex work communities to thrive in.\n[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”1/3″]\n \n  \nIn Cecilia’s Loving Memory\n[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”1/3″]Legacy is the best word to apply for Cecilia Gentili. Her inspiring dedication to community advocacy\, trans rights\, immigrant rights\, and sex work activism has transformed the scene and the lives of thousands of people to thrive in. Sadly\, Cecilia passed away on February 6\, 2024\, and she will be missed but never forgotten. She will continue living in the memory of our 2SLGBTQIA+ communities to honour her commitment to fighting institutional discrimination and her passion for changing lives through art. Cecilia’s journey was one of resilience and triumph\, as she navigated the complexities of identity with grace and courage. Find more about Cecilia’s legacy on TransEquity. \n“But sometimes\, when I tell my children I love them\, I see you all over me\, too. When I think of you\, I think of a woman who\, in her greatest pain\, was full of joy\, and who understood that that joy was not to be kept.” \nFrom Faltas: Letters to Everyone in My Hometown Who Isn’t My Rapist (2022)[/vc_column] \n[/vc_row] \nBUY YOUR TICKET HERE.\nThis in-person paid leadership event is open to all who wish to register and has a limited number of participants. \nDo you have any questions about SPARK? Please send an email to events@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/spark-toronto/
LOCATION:EY Tower – Toronto\, 100 Adelaide St W - 40th Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M5H 0E2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Networking,Paid event
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SUMMARY:Fierté des neiges / Winter Pride 2024
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, February 21\, 2024\, from 4:00 PM to 8:30 PM EST – This in-person event is free and open to the public. For those who would like to join the workshop\, the session is paid and in French. \nPresented by Pride at Work Canada\n \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″] \n \nLead Sponsor\n  \n \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″] \n \nHost Sponsor\n  \n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAn evening of learning and networking\, Fierté des neiges / Winter Pride returns on February 21\, continuing the annual tradition of bringing the Pride at Work Canada network to Montreal to celebrate the inclusion of 2SLGBTQIA + people in the workplace during the winter season. \nThe event will be hosted by comedian\, singer\, writer and producer Tranna Wintour and held in person at Square BDC in downtown Montreal.  \nThis year\, a workshop (30 people and French paid session) titled Strength in Community: Leveraging our Strengths in the Fight Against Rising Hate will precede the networking event. \nLocation\nSquare BDC\n5 Place Ville Marie\, Ground Floor\nMontreal\, QC \n\n4:00 PM to 5:00 PM – Workshop (Paid registration required\, 30 places available)*\n5:30 PM to 8:30 PM – Fierté des neiges / Winter Pride Event\n\nLearning Objectives: \n\nConnect with leaders from a variety of industries.\n\nAudience: \n\nExecutive sponsors and their employees\nDiversity and Inclusion Professionals\nEntrepreneurs and CEOs\n\nDrinks and appetizers included. \nPlaces are limited\, hurry up!\nEmcee:\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″]Tranna Wintour (she/her) \nMany French-speaking Quebecers discovered Tranna when she appeared on the second season of Big Brother Célébrités (BBC). Yet for over a decade\, Tranna has been making her mark on the Canadian cultural scene as a comedian\, singer\, songwriter and producer. Her multidisciplinary performances have earned her Fashion Magazine’s title of “Queen of Canadian Comedy”\, and she was named one of Just For Laughs’ New Faces Canada in 2019. \nA true inspirational figure in the LGBTQ2S+ community\, Tranna also co-hosted Chosen Family (CBC) with her creative partner Thomas Leblanc\, which was named one of Apple’s Best Podcasts in 2018 and 2019. Her participation in BBC marked a pivotal point in her career\, as she entered the hearts and minds of hundreds of thousands of viewers. Described by Métro newspaper as the “Discovery of the Year”\, her career in French-language show business continues\, with her hosting her own gala at the Dr. Mobilo Aquafest and taking part in various festivals (Just For Laughs\, ComediHA!\, Festival d’humour émergent\, etc.).\n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nWorkshop in French*\nStrength in Community: Leveraging our Strengths in the Fight Against Rising Hate\nGoing beyond the idea of “resilience”\, it’s time to recognize and explore the strengths that come from our intersectional 2SLGBTQIA+ identities and lived experiences – and how we can apply those to our work in employee resource groups and inclusion councils in this climate of rising hate.  \nOver the past year\, there has been a rise in anti-2SLGBTQIA+ protests\, attacks\, and political movements. Within this context\, our employee resource groups and inclusion councils are facing immense pressure in our work\, increasing calls for support from the community we serve\, and the immense weight that comes with working on issues related to our personal identities. And yet\, we still do this work – as our 2SLGBTQIA+ elders have done for decades before us.  \nIn this workshop\, we will take stock of the strengths we’ve built through community-making and self-discovery\, and strategize to apply those internally to care for ourselves while doing this work and externally to mobilize against rising hate. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nMain learnings from 2SLGBTQIA+ leaders from Lead with Pride: Best Practices for Advancing 2SLGBTQIA+ Leadership.\nWhat our strengths are as individuals and as a community.\nHow to leverage those strengths in the face of rising hate.\n\n\nMember ticket price (Proud Partners and Community Partners): $80 + taxes\nNon-member ticket price: $100 + taxes\n\n* The workshop includes a pre-event reception from 5 PM to 5:30 PM\, where you’ll have the chance to network with our guest Tranna Wintour. \nThe Fierté des neiges/Winter Pride and workshop tickets are available on Eventbrite.\nThis in-person event is free and open to the public. The workshop component is considered a paid event. If you have any questions\, please send an email to events@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/fierte-20240221/
LOCATION:Square BDC\, 5 Place Ville Marie - Ground Floor\, Montréal\, QC\, H3B 2G2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free event,Networking,Paid event,Workshop
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