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SUMMARY:Empowering 2SLGBTQIA+ Workers in Energy: From the Office to the Field [In French]
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, April 14 2026 1PM to 2:30PM ET – This webinar is taking place in English on March 17. \nCanada’s energy sector is evolving\, but for 2SLGBTQIA+ workers\, jobsites remain high-risk environments where harassment\, hypermasculinity\, and isolation are still seen as just part of the job. Based on the recent report “Empowering 2SLGBTQIA+ Workers in Energy\,” published by Pride at Work Canada\, this webinar offers concrete actions employers\, unions\, and community partners can take. \nOver 90 minutes\, we’ll begin with a brief presentation of key findings from the national qualitative study involving 2SLGBTQIA+ workers\, business and people leaders\, and community organizers. We’ll then move to a facilitated panel featuring experts\, industry leaders\, and community organizations\, demonstrating how these findings can be put into practice\, followed by an open Q&A. \nTogether\, we’ll examine how homophobia and transphobia manifest on job sites\, how office-focused DEI efforts often fail to reach field-based workers\, and what is needed to rewire systems so that psychological and physical safety are seen as inseparable. We’ll also showcase promising practices: simple communication strategies\, inclusive infrastructure\, accountability mechanisms\, and the roles of ERGs\, mentorship\, and leadership in fostering lasting change. \nFormat\n90-minute webinar: \n\n15 min – presentation of key research findings\n45 min – panel discussion (3 speakers)\n30 min – audience Q&A / group discussion\n\nKey learning outcomes\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nRecognize common ways homophobia and transphobia appear in energy workplaces\, and how these behaviours impact inclusion\, safety\, and retention.\nIdentify gaps between office-centric DEI initiatives and field-based work\, and understand why closing these gaps is essential to genuine workplace inclusion.\nApply the guide’s recommendations for practical actions to advance 2SLGBTQIA+ safety and inclusion.\n\nPanelists\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \n\nJennifer Petrela (she/her)\nExecutive Director\, Mentorat Québec \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nJennifer Petrela (she/her) is the executive director of Mentorat Québec and an expert in inclusive mentoring. Jennifer publishes articles\, hosts events\, and speaks publicly in French and English about the theory and practice of mentoring in different settings and sectors. She speaks regularly on the intersection of mentorship and equity\, diversity and inclusion and has launched national and international partnerships to make inclusive mentoring more accessible to members of equity-deserving groups. A proud ally\, in 2004 Jennifer advised Canada’s Queer Chamber of Commerce on Out For Business\, the Chamber’s mentorship program for entrepreneurs. In 2003\, she co-directed a study on women in STEM in Québec and collaborated on a book presenting the study’s recommendations. Jennifer volunteers regularly as a mentor and is herself a mentee in perpetual evolution. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \n\nPasquale Lo Mascolo (he/him)\nEquity\, Diversity\, and Inclusion Advisor\, Hydro-Québec \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nPasquale Lo Mascolo is an Equity\, Diversity\, and Inclusion Advisor at Hydro-Québec. In this role\, he helps design and implement organizational strategies aimed at strengthening equity\, representation\, and a sense of belonging within the organization. He draws on a diverse professional background in communications\, marketing\, and internal engagement\, expertise that allows him to address EDI issues with a keen understanding of levers of influence\, stakeholder engagement\, and cultural transformation. Pasquale has been actively involved in advocating for the rights of LGBTQ+ communities for several years\, notably as co-chair of the Conseil québécois LGBT and as a member of the communications and marketing committee for Pride at Work Canada. Guided by an intersectional approach and a deep sense of social justice\, he works to build inclusive\, humane\, and bold workplaces where every person can feel recognized\, respected\, and valued. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nFacilitator\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n\nCynthia Eysseric (she/her)\nConsulting Coordinator \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] \nAccesibility:\n\nSpoken language: French – This webinar is taking place in English on March 17.\nAutomatic translation: French to English\nClosed captioning provided: French and English\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\n\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca \nRegistration for this event has closed.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20260414/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260409T130000
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SUMMARY:BC Ambassador Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, April 9 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm EDT | 1:00pm – 2:00pm PDT \nThe Ambassador Program operates as a series of regional groups made up of representatives from our Proud Partner network who share best practices and strategies for creating 2SLGBTQIA+ affirming work environments. \nTo learn more about the program and join\, visit prideatwork.ca/programs/ambassador-program/
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/ambassador-20260409/
CATEGORIES:Free event,Networking,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100633
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SUMMARY:Empowering 2SLGBTQIA+ Workers in Energy: From the Office to the Field [In English]
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, March 17 from 1 PM to 2:30 PM ET – Ce webinaire aura lieu en français le 14 avril. \nCanada’s energy sector is evolving\, but for 2SLGBTQIA+ workers\, jobsites remain high-risk environments where harassment\, hypermasculinity\, and isolation are still seen as just part of the job. Based on the recent report “Empowering 2SLGBTQIA+ Workers in Energy\,” published by Pride at Work Canada\, this webinar offers concrete actions employers\, unions\, and community partners can take. \nOver 90 minutes\, we’ll begin with a brief presentation of key findings from the national qualitative study involving 2SLGBTQIA+ workers\, business and people leaders\, and community organizers. We’ll then move to a facilitated panel featuring experts\, industry leaders\, and community organizations\, demonstrating how these findings can be put into practice\, followed by an open Q&A. \nTogether\, we’ll examine how homophobia and transphobia manifest on job sites\, how office-focused DEI efforts often fail to reach field-based workers\, and what is needed to rewire systems so that psychological and physical safety are seen as inseparable. We’ll also showcase promising practices: simple communication strategies\, inclusive infrastructure\, accountability mechanisms\, and the roles of ERGs\, mentorship\, and leadership in fostering lasting change. \nFormat\n90-minute webinar: \n\n15 min – presentation of key research findings\n45 min – panel discussion (3 speakers)\n30 min – audience Q&A / group discussion\n\nKey learning outcomes\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nRecognize common ways homophobia and transphobia appear in energy workplaces\, and how these behaviours impact inclusion\, safety\, and retention.\nIdentify gaps between office-centric DEI initiatives and field-based work\, and understand why closing these gaps is essential to genuine workplace inclusion.\nApply the guide’s recommendations for practical actions to advance 2SLGBTQIA+ safety and inclusion.\n\nPanelists\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nMitchel Bowers\n(he/they) \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nMitchel Bowers\, also known by his vibrant drag alter ego\, Simma Downe\, brings a unique and dynamic perspective to his work. Beyond being an advocate for inclusion\, Mitchel is a seasoned performer with over 10 years of experience as Simma Downe\, a captivating Metis Two Spirit Drag Queen. Mitchel is a champion for 2SLGBTQ+ inclusion and Two Spirit visibility. As the Executive Director of Wood Buffalo Pride and a founding member of the Oil Royals\, he has played a crucial role in shaping the queer community in Fort McMurray. They have experience working across sectors including the energy sector\, where they were a founding member of the companies 2SLGBTQ+ ERG\, and helped drive systemic and policy change to improve inclusion. Their commitment extends to community-building initiatives\, with a focus on human rights\, safety\, and security. Mitchel wears many hats serving on multiple boards including\, Arts Council Wood Buffalo\, the Missing\, Murdered and Exploited Indigenous Peoples Task Force\, and more. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nTee Albino\n(they/them) \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nTee Albino is presently the Human Rights Business Representative for the IBEW Local 353 in Toronto. They are also on the Executive Board of the OFL\, on the Human Rights Advisory Committee of the CLC and on the executive board of the National Electrical Workers Minority Caucus. Tee has been involved on several committees and has held elected positions in the IBEW as well as working as an apprentice instructor for several years at their original local in Vancouver BC. They also sat on the OASIS committee for NETCO(National Electrical Trades Council) and was chair for the WAGE committee for EHRC(Electrical Human Resources Canada). They have also collaborated on the creation of and co-instructed for The Pathway Program for Women and Gender Diverse Folks for IBEW 353. They continue their human rights work through advocacy\, training\, coalition building and to encourage effective mentorship on the job working toward the transformation of construction culture. \nThey are presently working on Bystander Intervention Training for the Construction Industry. Through this and many other initiatives and training\, they are hoping to transform the construction industry to a more equitable\, inclusive atmosphere where all workers can feel a sense of belonging and be able to thrive. This will\, hopefully\, in turn filter into the community. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nTémoc Vega\n(they/them) \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nTémoc Vega\, PhD\, is the Learning and Development Coordinator at the Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario (ECAO). With a background in research\, critical policy analysis\, organizing\, and teaching\, they are building an educational program designed to actually work for ECAO members and their teams. \nBeyond just improving efficiency or meeting compliance requirements\, Témoc is focused on helping electrical contractors create workplaces that are inclusive\, fulfilling\, and collaborative. At the heart of this work is a commitment to building a genuine culture of learning\, where workers at every level feel valued\, empowered\, and supported to grow in their current roles or advance into new ones if they choose. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nFacilitator\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n\nTing-Fai Yu (he/him)\nProject Coordinator\, Energy \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nTing-Fai Yu is an anthropologist-turned-organizational consultant with extensive experience in academic and applied settings. As a scholar of transnational queer Chinese cultures\, his research has appeared in field-shaping journals like the Journal of Homosexuality\, Journal of Ethnic and Migration Studies\, and Journal of Intercultural Studies\, as well as in landmark volumes such as the Elgar Encyclopedia of Queer Studies and Oxford Handbook of Language and Prejudice. He received his PhD in gender studies from the Chinese University of Hong Kong and has held faculty and research positions at Monash University\, Leiden University\, and the Netherlands Institute for Advanced Study. As a DEI professional\, Ting-Fai previously worked for Logitech as the first DEI Lead to oversee the Asia Pacific region and lead global Pride initiatives. He has been a faculty member of The Conference Board’s DEI Masterclass Certificate Program\, training business and people leaders on workplace psychological safety and intercultural competence. His work in queer and organizational inclusion has been featured in global media outlets and leading industry publications\, including BBC News\, the HR Excellence Magazine\, and HRM Asia. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility\n\nSpoken language: English – Ce webinaire aura lieu en français le 14 avril.\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClosed captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\n\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca \nRegistration for this event has closed.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20260317/
CATEGORIES:Panel Discussion,Partner-only event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260303T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260303T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100633
CREATED:20260113T195505Z
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SUMMARY:Advocating for Equity: Modernizing the Employment Equity Act [In French]
DESCRIPTION:March 3 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. This webinar will also take place in English on February 24.  \nEmployment equity has been a priority for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities in Canada for over 50 years. Despite this long term advocacy\, 2SLGBTQIA+ workers remain excluded from the Employment Equity Act’s protections\, leaving them underrepresented in data and equity initiatives\, and facing persistent barriers such as wage gaps\, precarious work\, and higher unemployment. \nIn September 2025\, 2SLGBTQIA+ organizations gathered for coordinated advocacy on Parliament Hill\, meeting with parliamentarians from across the political spectrum\, sharing a clear and united message: equity in employment is not optional—and the time to act is now.\nIt’s time for the Employment Equity Act to explicitly include 2SLGBTQIA+ and Black communities as designated groups\, and to include stronger intersectional\, transparent\, and accountable mechanisms that reflect today’s workplace realities. \nJoin us to learn about our proposed updates to the Act\, our advocacy work\, and how you can get involved! \nLearning objectives:\n\nUnderstand the gaps in the Employment Equity Act\nLearn about recommendations for the modernization of the Act\nExplore advocacy efforts and strategies\n\nTarget audience:\n\n2SLGBTQIA+ employees at Pride at Work Canada’s partner organizations\nEmployee Resource Group (ERG) leaders\nHR & DEI Professionals\n\nPanelists\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n\nBilan Arte (she/her)\nNational Representative\, Human Rights Department\nCanadian Labour Congress \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nBilan Arte is an award-winning activist and organizer with over fifteen years of experience in campaigns\, leadership\, and movement building. She holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of Ottawa\, and she is the National Representative for Human Rights at the Canadian Labour Congress. \nBilan is a Black\, Muslim feminist who lives and works in the unceded and never-surrendered traditional territories of the Algonquin and Anishinaabe peoples. \nIn all aspects of her work\, Bilan is fueled by her passion for social justice and equity. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n\nAlex Arseneau (he/him)\nAlter Acadie NB \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nAlex Arseneau est directeur général d’Alter Acadie NB\, le seul organisme de défense des droits 2SLGBTQIA+ francophone à l’est du Québec. Depuis son lancement en 2023\, Alter Acadie NB s’est imposé comme un pilier du militantisme franco-queer au pays\, notamment par son travail de plaidoyer et de revendication\, ancré dans les réalités rurales\, face à la montée de l’extrême droite et à l’intensification des attaques contre les droits queer. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nFacilitator\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \nCynthia Eysseric (she/her)\nConsulting Coordinator \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] \nAccessibility\n\nSpoken language: French – This webinar will also take place in English on February 24.\nAutomatic translation: French to English\nClosed captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\n\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca \nRegistration for this event has closed.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20260303/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Partner-only event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260224T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100633
CREATED:20260113T173757Z
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SUMMARY:Advocating for Equity: Modernizing the Employment Equity Act [In English]
DESCRIPTION:February 24 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. Ce webinaire aura lieu en français le 3 mars. \nEmployment equity has been a priority for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities in Canada for over 50 years. Despite this long term advocacy\, 2SLGBTQIA+ workers remain excluded from the Employment Equity Act’s protections\, leaving them underrepresented in data and equity initiatives\, and facing persistent barriers such as wage gaps\, precarious work\, and higher unemployment. \nIn September 2025\, 2SLGBTQIA+ organizations gathered for coordinated advocacy on Parliament Hill\, meeting with parliamentarians from across the political spectrum\, sharing a clear and united message: equity in employment is not optional—and the time to act is now. \nIt’s time for the Employment Equity Act to explicitly include 2SLGBTQIA+ and Black communities as designated groups\, and to include stronger intersectional\, transparent\, and accountable mechanisms that reflect today’s workplace realities. \nJoin us to learn about our proposed updates to the Act\, our advocacy work\, and how you can get involved! \nLearning objectives:\n\nUnderstand the gaps in the Employment Equity Act\nLearn about recommendations for the modernization of the Act\nExplore advocacy efforts and strategies\n\nTarget audience:\n\n2SLGBTQIA+ employees at Pride at Work Canada’s partner organizations\nEmployee Resource Group (ERG) leaders\nHR & DEI Professionals\n\nPanelists\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n\nBilan Arte (she/her)\nNational Representative\, Human Rights Department\nCanadian Labour Congress \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nBilan Arte is an award-winning activist and organizer with over fifteen years of experience in campaigns\, leadership\, and movement building. She holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of Ottawa\, and she is the National Representative for Human Rights at the Canadian Labour Congress. \nBilan is a Black\, Muslim feminist who lives and works in the unceded and never-surrendered traditional territories of the Algonquin and Anishinaabe peoples. \nIn all aspects of her work\, Bilan is fueled by her passion for social justice and equity. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n\nNoah Inniss-Parchment (he/him)\nManager\, Operations\nLGBT YouthLine \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nNoah is a Black person of Jamaican descent and of trans experience born and raised on the traditional unceded unsurrendered lands of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people (Ottawa). He received his Bachelor of Social Work in 2014 from Carleton University\, and has since worked and volunteered for various 2SLGBTQI+ organisations nationally\, and within Ottawa and Toronto. Noah previously worked at YouthLine in 2017\, and is excited to be back leading and supporting operations. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nFacilitator\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n\nQuinn Blue (he/they)\nProgram & Engagement Coordinator \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nQuinn Blue is a professional in 2SLGBTQIA+ education and programming. Quinn spent over a decade working in the student movement\, having held equity and inclusion-focused roles at the University of Ottawa and at Algonquin College. His formal education is in Women and Gender Studies and in Teaching Adult Learners. They’ve volunteered extensively with the Ten Oaks Project\, which taught them about the incredible value of community building. Quinn is passionate about change-making and learning. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility\n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClosed captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\n\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca \nRegistration for this event has closed.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20260224/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260210T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260210T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100633
CREATED:20251119T190429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T220844Z
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SUMMARY:THRIVE 2026: Information Session
DESCRIPTION:February 10th 2026\, 5pm-6pm ET \nJoin us for an Information Session about THRIVE\, a transformative ten-week virtual program designed to empower and develop the next generation of Two-Spirit\, queer\, and trans people managers. If you’re ready to step into leadership roles with confidence and pride\, this session is for you! \nAbout THRIVE:\nTHRIVE is a ten-week virtual program that will develop the next generation of Two-Spirit\, queer and trans people managers. Participants will get exclusive access to queer and trans leaders working at the highest levels of Canadian business and engage in important peer-to-peer discussions. Through live Zoom sessions\, collaborative group study\, and self-directed work our sixth THRIVE cohort will collectively unlock their potential as out leaders. \nTHRIVE will help you enhance your skills\, build your network\, and take your career to the next level as an out leader. \nAccessibility:\n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClose captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests.\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.\nQuestions about THRIVE 2026 can be directed to Templeton Sawyer (he/him)\, Leadership Programs Coordinator\, at templeton.sawyer@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20260210/
CATEGORIES:Free event,Leadership,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260122T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260122T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100633
CREATED:20251222T210103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T210433Z
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SUMMARY:BC Ambassador Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, January 22 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm EDT (1:00pm – 2:00pm PDT) \nThe Ambassador Program operates as a series of regional groups made up of representatives from our Proud Partner network who share best practices and strategies for creating 2SLGBTQIA+ affirming work environments. \nTo learn more about the program and join\, visit prideatwork.ca/programs/ambassador-program/
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/ambassador-20260122/
CATEGORIES:Free event,Networking,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260113T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100633
CREATED:20251119T181000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T182629Z
UID:10000939-1768323600-1768327200@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:THRIVE 2026: Information Session
DESCRIPTION:January 13th 2026\, 5pm-6pm ET \nJoin us for an Information Session about THRIVE\, a transformative ten-week virtual program designed to empower and develop the next generation of Two-Spirit\, queer\, and trans people managers. If you’re ready to step into leadership roles with confidence and pride\, this session is for you! \nAbout THRIVE:\nTHRIVE is a ten-week virtual program that will develop the next generation of Two-Spirit\, queer and trans people managers. Participants will get exclusive access to queer and trans leaders working at the highest levels of Canadian business and engage in important peer-to-peer discussions. Through live Zoom sessions\, collaborative group study\, and self-directed work our sixth THRIVE cohort will collectively unlock their potential as out leaders. \nTHRIVE will help you enhance your skills\, build your network\, and take your career to the next level as an out leader. \nAccessibility:\n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClose captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests.\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.\nQuestions about THRIVE 2026 can be directed to Templeton Sawyer (he/him)\, Leadership Programs Coordinator\, at templeton.sawyer@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20260113/
CATEGORIES:Free event,Leadership,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251216T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100633
CREATED:20250918T201553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T220256Z
UID:10000919-1765890000-1765895400@staging.prideatwork.ca
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/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Paid event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251125T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251125T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100633
CREATED:20250918T201537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T065600Z
UID:10000918-1764079200-1764084600@staging.prideatwork.ca
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/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Paid event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251118T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251118T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100633
CREATED:20250918T182130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T172140Z
UID:10000921-1763474400-1763479800@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Improving Mental Health for Our Communities
DESCRIPTION:November 18\, 2025 | 2:00–3:30 PM ET | Open to Everyone \nThe weight of the world can sometimes feel too heavy to carry. Balancing important deadlines with family responsibilities\, while also bracing against headlines filled with hostility\, attacks on health care\, and a constant stream of hate-filled rhetoric. Unfortunately\, these environmental burdens don’t stop when we go to or log in to work. \nThis national webinar\, presented in partnership with QueerTech\, brings together leading voices to explore the realities our communities face today\, how it’s impacting our mental health\, and evidence-based solutions for a range of workplaces. Together\, we’ll examine: \n\nEnvironmental factors that undermine mental health with Dylana Thomson\, Director of Policy & Advocacy at The Enchanté Network.\nThe barriers to accessing affirming care with Instructor; Social Worker\, Psychotherapist\, and Author Rahim Thawer\, creator of Canada’s Queer & Trans Therapists\, a curated directory of therapists with lived experience that align with our communities’ needs.\nWhat research says about workplace dynamics and technology are influencing well-being with Naoufel Testaouni\, Co-Founder & CEO of QueerTech.\n\nPanelists\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nDylana Thompson (she/her) \nDirector of Policy and Advocacy\, the Enchanté Network \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nDylana Thompson (she/her) is the Director of Policy and Advocacy at the Enchanté Network\, where she works with the 2SLGBTQI+ sector across Canada to advance systemic change that improves the lives of 2SLGBTQI+ people. She previously served as principal researcher for the White Paper on the Status of Trans and Gender Diverse People\, a document tabled in Parliament with 29 recommendations to strengthen trans rights at the federal level. Currently\, Dylana partners with community organizations and grassroots groups in several provinces to advocate for stronger gender-affirming care policies\, among other key initiatives. A graduate of Carleton University’s Master of Political Management program\, she brings political expertise and strategic insight to support 2SLGBTQI+ movements nationwide \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nRahim Thawer (he/him)\nRegistered Social Worker and\nCertified Clinical Supervisor \n  \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nRahim Thawer (he/him) is a registered social worker (OCSWSSW) and Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS) based in Toronto. He works as an instructor\, psychotherapist\, consultant\, public speaker\, podcast host\, and writer. He is the founder of Affective Consulting & Psychotherapy Services (est. 2014) and has delivered nearly 200 presentations across North America and Europe. His community workshops foster critical dialogue and reflection on mental health\, systemic oppression\, interpersonal dynamics\, and innovation in queer relationships. \nRahim teaches at The University of Alabama\, where he is also completing a Doctor of Social Work (DSW) with a specialization in organizational leadership. As a queer Muslim\, his clinical and scholarly work sits at the intersection of mental health and social justice. His doctoral research explores how anti-racist\, queer-affirming psychoanalytic frameworks can support social workers\, therapists-in-training\, and organizational leaders. \nHe was one of the co-editors of Any Other Way: How Toronto Got Queer (Coach House Books\, 2016)\, a Toronto Book Awards finalist\, and his latest book\, The Mental Health Guide for Cis and Trans Queer Guys (New Harbinger Publications)\, was released in June 2025. This past August\, he launched the Canadian Queer & Trans Therapist Directory (CQTT)\, empowering service users to find the affirming care they need. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nNaoufel Testaouni (he/him)\n Co-Founder and CEO\, QueerTech \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nNaoufel Testaouni is the Co-Founder and CEO of QueerTech\, a Canadian nonprofit dedicated to queering the tech ecosystem by breaking down barriers and empowering 2SLGBTQ+ people to thrive. With a career spanning nonprofit leadership\, corporate innovation at Microsoft\, and business development in tech startups\, Naoufel brings a unique perspective on inclusive leadership and building equitable opportunities in technology. \n[/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. \nAccessibility\n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClosed captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\n\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row]Registration for this event has closed.[/vc_row] \n 
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20251118/
CATEGORIES:Free event,Leadership,Panel Discussion,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251007T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251007T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100633
CREATED:20250718T173704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T161753Z
UID:10000896-1759842000-1759847400@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Navigating AI & Inclusive Prompt Engineering
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday October 7 from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. \nAs workplaces increasingly adopt emerging and evolving technologies\, it’s crucial to ensure their implementation supports equity\, safety\, and impact. Join a panel of experts to explore how to avoid reproducing bias and harmful stereotypes when using generative AI to create content for or about queer and trans communities. This webinar will introduce tools and best practices for responsible AI use\, with a focus on preventing bias\, promoting inclusive representation\, and safeguarding digital integrity. \nAdditionally\, we’ll discuss the importance of cybersecurity in AI workflows\, especially when handling sensitive or identity-based information and offer strategies to mitigate associated risks. Learn how to leverage AI ethically and securely to advance your organization’s social impact. \nLearning objectives\n\nUnderstand strategies to avoid reproducing bias and stereotypes when creating content for or about queer and trans communities.\nCybersecurity and safety of using generative AI\nLearn tools and practices towards responsible AI use\n\nTarget audience\n\n2SLGBTQIA+ employees at Pride at Work Canada’s partner organizations\nEmployee Resource Group (ERG) leaders\nHR & DEI Professionals\nMarketing and communications professionals\n\nFacilitator\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n\nJade Pichette (they/she)\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 were one of the authors of Transitioning Employers: A survey of policies and practices for trans inclusive workplaces and are the cohost of the Uncovering Belonging Podcast. In their spare time they can be found geeking out over queer\, trans\, and Norse histories\, disability justice\, interfaith advocacy\, firekeeping\, and spending time with their chosen family. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nPanelists\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n\nCarlos Chalico (He/him)\nCybersecurity and privacy specialist\n \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nCarlos Chalico is a consultant specialized in cybersecurity and privacy. He started his career in Mexico City when he joined a big four accounting firm Mexico back in 1996\, today he is a partner based in Toronto. Carlos is also an instructor with the University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies\, where he teaches cybersecurity and privacy. \nCarlos volunteers for different organizations including ISACA\, IAPP\, and Hispanotech. He discovered the Association of Latinx Professionals for America (ALPFA) in 2019\, when EY Canada sent him to Nashville\, Tennessee for attending his first ALPFA convention. When Carlos saw what ALPFA was doing for the Latinx community in US\, he asked what was needed to make it work in Canada and\, in 2022\, Carlos helped bring ALPFA Canada to life with the first chapter in Toronto. Today\, ALPFA Canada has also chapters in Montreal and Calgary\, and is close to having a new chapter in Vancouver. Most of Carlos’ volunteering time is now focused on ALPFA Canada’s development. \nIn his free time\, Carlos enjoys spending time with family\, reading\, writing\, walking with Leis (his dog)\, riding his bike (not in winter) and playing drums somewhere in Toronto or Mississauga. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n\nVipul Bhardwaj (he/him)\nSenior Manager\, Emerging Capabilities\, TD Bank\n \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nVipul is a people-first leader with over 16 years of experience in financial services\, spanning roles in retail banking\, wholesale banking\, wealth management\, and human resources. He is passionate about AI-driven innovation and its potential to transform the delivery of products and services in the financial services industry. At TD\, Vipul has led strategy and delivery of large-scale digital transformation initiatives and was most recently tapped to lead the GenAI transformation and enablement for the Wealth Management business. He is also influencing AI policy in Canada by partnering with governance and control partners at TD as well as regulators. Vipul is passionate about talent development and Inclusion & Diversity. He is a member of TD Wealth’s I&D core committee and provides thought leadership on strategy and programming aligned to TD’s I&D agenda. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nRegistration for this event has closed.\nAccessibility\n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClosed captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\n\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20251007/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Partner-only event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250917T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100633
CREATED:20250702T210558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T195242Z
UID:10000878-1758124800-1758128400@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: FLOURISH Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, September 17 | 4:00-5:00 ET \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\nFrom Policy to Practice – Living Our Rights\, Honoring Our Identities\nTelling the Story/Impact of Your ERG\nNavigating Polarization\nPrinciples of Peer Support\n\nThrough live Zoom sessions\, virtual learning modules and self-directed work\, our FLOURISH program will collectively unlock their potential as ERG leaders. \nInterested in learning more? Sign up to this information session. \nKey Learning Objectives:\n\nProvide an overview of the FLOURISH 2025 program structure and timeline\nHighlight the importance and impact of 2SLGBTQIA+ ERG leadership in Canadian workplaces\nExplain the types of learning experiences and activities participants can expect\nAnswer questions and provide clarity on eligibility\, registration\, and support\n\nAudience:\n\nThis event is for anyone interested in knowing more about the FLOURISH 2025 program\n\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nTempleton Sawyer (he/him)\nLeadership Programs Coordinator\, Pride at Work Canada \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nTempleton Sawyer was an Employment Support Practitioner with Teamwork Cooperative\, the host of Tweet the Leader in You podcast\, and co-facilitator of the CEI and Teamwork’s Youth-Focused Community of Practice in Halifax Nova Scotia. He brings a great deal of lived experience to the table and is a passionate Youth Advocate who seeks to help youth in both Nova Scotia\, Ontario and the Bahamas believe in themselves and increase their self-confidence through leadership and skill development programs. When Templeton thinks about the word inclusion\, he has a passion to place action into including everyone. Templeton continues his inclusion advocacies through a Youth Focused Community of Practice which he Co-Author\, this space provides service providers to grow and develop new strategies to serve youth and people in general. \n[/vc_column][vc_row] \nAccessibility:\n\nSpoken language: English\nClosed captioning provided: English\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20250917/
CATEGORIES:Free event,Leadership,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250909T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250909T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100633
CREATED:20250718T172739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T165855Z
UID:10000895-1757422800-1757426400@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Peer Support in Action – Empowering ERGs to Boost Employee Well-Being
DESCRIPTION:September 9 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. \nEmployee Resource Groups (ERGs) play essential roles in building networks and creating opportunities to put peer support into action. Join us to learn from a panel of ERG leaders who are skilled in peer support. Peer support provides strategies to navigate conflict\, challenge discrimination in the workplace\, and cope with issues outside of the workplace that 2SLGBTQIA+ people face. When ERGs are empowered and well resourced\, they can create meaningful impacts on employee well-being. \nLearning objectives:\n\nExplore how peer support strategies can be used in the workplace\nLearn strategies to navigate workplace conflict\nUnderstand the impacts of ERGs in employee well-being\n\nTarget audience:\n\n2SLGBTQIA+ employees at Pride at Work Canada’s partner organizations\nEmployee Resource Group (ERG) leaders\nHR & DEI Professionals\n\nPanelists\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nChristian Bennett (he/they)\nAccount Manager\, MPAC \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nChristian Bennett (he/they) is an Account Manager with MPAC and Co-Lead of Blaze!\, MPAC’s 2SLGBTQIA+ employee resource group. In this role\, Christian helps foster an inclusive and supportive workplace where employees across the province can connect\, learn\, and share their authentic selves. He is passionate about creating spaces that celebrate diversity while strengthening community through dialogue\, education\, and meaningful connections. \nSince its founding in 2022\, Blaze! has grown into a vibrant forum that not only addresses issues impacting the 2SLGBTQIA+ community but also uplifts voices and celebrates Pride throughout the year. As Co-Lead\, he plays a key role in guiding initiatives\, championing inclusion\, and infusing a spirit of joy and celebration into the group’s activities\, while helping advance MPAC’s commitment to diversity\, equity\, and belonging. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nMichael Robach (he/him)\nInterim Executive Director\, QMUNITY \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nMichael Robach (he/him) is the Interim Executive Director at QMUNITY\, where they lead the delivery of programs and services that meet the diverse needs of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. With a career spanning social development and advocacy\, Michael has worked across sectors including child protection\, HIV\, rare diseases\, and now 2SLGBTQIA+ community support. They bring a deep commitment to equity\, inclusion\, and strengthening services that improve the lives of those most impacted. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nChristopher Aguilar (He/They)\nSenior Training Specialist\, OLG \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nChristopher Aguilar is a neurodivergent professional living with ADHD and anxiety\, and a passionate advocate for equity\, inclusion\, and mental health awareness. As a Senior Training Specialist at OLG and Co-Chair of The Pride Network\, Christopher brings both lived experience and professional insight to their work. They are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone feels seen\, heard\, and valued. Whether at work or in everyday life\, Christopher strives to be a voice for those who may not have one—championing empathy\, accessibility\, and meaningful change across communities. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nFacilitator\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nTempleton Sawyer (he/him)\nLeadership Programs Coordinator\, Pride at Work Canada \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nTempleton Sawyer was an Employment Support Practitioner with Teamwork Cooperative\, the host of Tweet the Leader in You podcast\, and co-facilitator of the CEI and Teamwork’s Youth-Focused Community of Practice in Halifax Nova Scotia. He brings a great deal of lived experience to the table and is a passionate Youth Advocate who seeks to help youth in both Nova Scotia\, Ontario and the Bahamas believe in themselves and increase their self-confidence through leadership and skill development programs. When Templeton thinks about the word inclusion\, he has a passion to place action into including everyone. Templeton continues his inclusion advocacies through a Youth Focused Community of Practice which he Co-Author\, this space provides service providers to grow and develop new strategies to serve youth and people in general. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nRegistration for this event has closed.\nAccessibility:\n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClosed captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca\n\nOptional note: * 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/webinar-20250909/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Partner-only event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250821T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250821T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100633
CREATED:20250703T163946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T161412Z
UID:10000875-1755777600-1755781200@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:THRIVE and FLOURISH Alumni Summer Gathering
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is open to THRIVE and FLOURISH Alumni.\nThursday\, August 21st\, 2025 at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT | Via Zoom: Webinar \nJoin us for a special summer gathering of FLOURISH and THRIVE alumni\, featuring an inspiring session with Jennifer Quinn\, CEO of Nieuport Aviation. With a dynamic career spanning leadership roles at Deloitte\, Infrastructure Ontario\, and now at the helm of Nieuport\, Jennifer brings a wealth of insight on navigating complex industries with vision and purpose. This powerful conversation will explore how leaders can intentionally create space for growth\, inclusion\, and transformation—by challenging norms and making room for others to rise. Don’t miss this opportunity to reconnect\, be inspired\, and gain exclusive insights from one of Canada’s top executives. \nKey Learning Objectives:\n\nIlluminate the Power of Intentional Leadership: Learn how leaders can consciously reshape spaces to inspire innovation and foster belonging.\nShare Jennifer’s Personal Journey of Change-Making: Hear firsthand about her experiences navigating and influencing systems to create meaningful opportunities for others.\nProvide Practical Strategies for Inclusive Leadership: Gain tools and insights to recognize when a room needs “shifting” and how to lead those transitions effectively.\nInspire Empowerment Through Vulnerability and Vision: Be motivated to lead boldly—embracing vulnerability\, courage\, and purpose in your own leadership journey.\n\nAudience:\nThis event is exclusively for FLOURISH and THRIVE Alumni \nFeature Speaker:\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n\nJennifer Quinn (she/her)\nCEO of Nieuport Aviation \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nWe’re thrilled to welcome Jennifer Quinn\, CEO of Nieuport Aviation\, as our special guest speaker. Since 2021\, Jennifer has led Nieuport’s operations\, strategy\, stakeholder relations\, and public affairs with vision and expertise. Her impressive career spans public and private sectors\, including leadership roles at Deloitte and Infrastructure Ontario. \nIn 2024\, Jennifer was awarded the Report on Business magazine Best Executive Award from the Globe and Mail for her impactful leadership—guiding Nieuport’s operations through pandemic recovery and collaborating with PortsToronto to bring a U.S. Preclearance facility to the airport (expected late 2025). She was also recognized as one of Canada’s 100 Most Powerful Women of 2024 by the Women’s Executive Network. \nA champion of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion\, Jennifer was honoured in 2017 with Start Proud’s Leaders to be Proud of – Professional Leadership Award for her contributions to the LGBTQ community. \nJennifer holds an Honours Bachelor of Accounting from Brock University\, a Master’s Certificate in Public Management from York University\, and is a Chartered Professional Accountant. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility:\n\nSpoken language: English\nClosed captioning provided: English\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/thrive-and-flourish-alumni-summer-gathering/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250812T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250812T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100634
CREATED:20250702T204809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T202610Z
UID:10000876-1755014400-1755018000@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: FLOURISH Information session
DESCRIPTION:FLOURISH 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\nFrom Policy to Practice – Living Our Rights\, Honoring Our Identities\nTelling the Story/Impact of Your ERG\nNavigating Polarization\nPrinciples of Peer Support\n\nThrough live Zoom sessions\, virtual learning modules and self-directed work\, our FLOURISH program will collectively unlock their potential as ERG leaders. \nInterested in learning more? Sign up to this information session! \nKey Learning Objectives:\n\nProvide an overview of the FLOURISH 2025 program structure and timeline\nHighlight the importance and impact of 2SLGBTQIA+ ERG leadership in Canadian workplaces\nExplain the types of learning experiences and activities participants can expect\nAnswer questions and provide clarity on eligibility\, registration\, and support\n\nAudience:\n\nThis event is for anyone interested in knowing more about the FLOURISH 2025 program\n\nAbout the Speaker:\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nTempleton Sawyer (he/him)\nLeadership Programs Coordinator\, Pride at Work Canada \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nTempleton Sawyer was an Employment Support Practitioner with Teamwork Cooperative\, the host of Tweet the Leader in You podcast\, and co-facilitator of the CEI and Teamwork’s Youth-Focused Community of Practice in Halifax Nova Scotia. He brings a great deal of lived experience to the table and is a passionate Youth Advocate who seeks to help youth in both Nova Scotia\, Ontario and the Bahamas believe in themselves and increase their self-confidence through leadership and skill development programs. When Templeton thinks about the word inclusion\, he has a passion to place action into including everyone. Templeton continues his inclusion advocacies through a Youth Focused Community of Practice which he Co-Author\, this space provides service providers to grow and develop new strategies to serve youth and people in general. \n[/vc_column][vc_row] \nAccessibility:\n\nSpoken language: English\nClosed captioning provided: English\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\n\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca \nRegistration for this event has closed.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20250812/
CATEGORIES:Free event,Leadership,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250514T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100634
CREATED:20250210T192352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T205504Z
UID:10000793-1747224000-1747227600@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Busting Myths About DEI Data: Your Rights\, Responsibilities\, and Opportunities [Partners Only - EN]
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, May 14\, 2025\, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. \nData collection is a cornerstone of successful DEI strategies\, yet many organizations struggle to navigate the complexities of ethical and effective practices. This session will address common myths surrounding DEI data\, clarify legal rights and responsibilities\, and highlight opportunities for leveraging SOGIE (sexual orientation\, gender identity\, and expression) data to drive workplace inclusion. \nWith International Day Against Homophobia\, Biphobia\, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) on May 17\, this webinar provides timely insights into how data collection can support efforts to combat systemic barriers faced by 2SLGBTQIA+ employees. By understanding key workforce trends\, organizations can take meaningful actions to build equitable workplaces and uphold their commitments to diversity and inclusion. \nLearning objectives: \n\nUnderstand your legal rights and responsibilities around DEI data collection.\nLearn how to leverage SOGIE data to inform your DEI initiatives.\nIdentify systemic barriers and use data to create targeted\, effective solutions.\n\nTarget Audience: \n\nHR leaders\,\nDEI professionals\, and\nCompliance teams.\n\nAbout the speaker:  \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nSophia Dhrolia (she/her\, they/them) \nSophia Dhrolia (she/they) is a DEI leader who is passionate about building a culture that values diversity\, champions inclusion\, and promotes collaboration to drive business results. She is committed to developing environments where differences are valued and where people are empowered to bring their authentic selves to the workplace. She focuses on breaking down systemic barriers\, driving positive change in organizations\, and on improving experiences. \nSophia speaks regularly on the importance of advocacy\, inclusive language and creating cultures of belonging. She has been a keynote speaker for Steps of Pride 2022\, CPHR in BC and Yukon\, a featured guest on the ‘Mom Strength’ podcast and in high school classrooms. She is also the proud recipient of the 2024 Women in Payments advocate for Diversity & Inclusion award and 2022 Women in IT ‘Diversity Lead of the Year’ award. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility: \n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nSubtitles provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nType of engagement: participants are invited to interact via the chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below for any additional accessibility requests. For any questions\, you can email info@prideatwork.ca.\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.\n\nThis event is exclusive for employees and board members of our Proud Partners and  Community Partners. If you would like to register after the deadline\, please send an email to events@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20250514/
CATEGORIES:Partner-only event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250416T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100634
CREATED:20250407T165201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T174640Z
UID:10000871-1744804800-1744808400@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Vote Rainbow Equality: Engaging in the Federal Election [EN]
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 16\, 2025\, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT \nWith a federal election underway\, join us to explore how you can show up and vote for issues impacting queer and trans people. This session will equip attendees with strategies to protect and uphold queer and trans human rights\, and push back against the targeting of queer and trans human rights. \nFae Johnstone of the Society of Queer Momentum\, will share the creative\, engaging\, and non-partisan election campaigns “Drag the Vote” and “Vote Rainbow Equality”. Learn how you and your communities and workplaces can get out to vote for the issues that matter. \nLearning objectives: \n\nUnderstand the Drag the Vote and Vote Rainbow Equality Campaigns\nExplore how queer and trans issues are being targeted\nLearn practical actions to protect and uphold queer and trans human rights\n\nTarget audience: \n\nQueer and trans people\nAllies dedicated to upholding human rights\n\nPresenter \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nFae Johnstone (she/her)\, Executive Director\, Society of Queer Momentum \nFae Johnstone has dedicated her life to advancing equality\, freedom and rights for queer and trans people. With over a decade of advocacy under her belt\, she is a force to be reckoned with and one of Canada’s most prominent queer human rights advocates. \nAs Executive Director and Co-Founder of the Society of Queer Momentum\, Fae is on a mission to mobilize advocates and allies towards a more free\, equal and socially just future. Within her advocacy\, she travels across Canada supporting queer advocates and allies on the ground\, gracing conference stages and building bridges with allies and sibling movements in every province and territory. \nFae has received numerous awards and accolades for her work\, including serving as Grand Marshal of the Ottawa Capital Pride Parade in 2023 and National Grand Marshal of Saskatoon Pride in 2024. She was also on a chocolate bar. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nRegistration for this event has closed.\nAccessibility: \n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClosed captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca\n\n 
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20250416/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250402T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250402T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100634
CREATED:20250210T175915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T203140Z
UID:10000789-1743595200-1743598800@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Legal Best Practices for Addressing Workplace Harassment [Partners Only - EN]
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 2\, 2025\, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. \nIn today’s evolving workplace\, ensuring that everyone feels welcome and supported requires more than good intentions—it demands a solid foundation of policies\, resources\, and structured education for both staff and management. This webinar will explore the key measures organizations need to implement to drive inclusivity and respect for individual circumstances\, with a focus on confidentiality and privacy. \nLegal expert and guest speaker\, Stephanie Young\, will guide participants through the intersection of human rights principles\, occupational health and safety obligations\, and relevant case laws. Additionally\, the session will cover strategies to prevent and address harassment in the workplace\, ensuring compliance with legal standards while promoting a safe and supportive environment for all employees. \nJoin us to gain valuable insights into building a workplace that upholds dignity\, safety\, and inclusivity through practical legal frameworks and best practices. \nLearning objectives: \n\nUnderstand legal foundations of inclusion and gain insights into human rights principles\, case law\, and occupational health and safety obligations\, particularly as they relate to sexual harassment\, discrimination in the workplace\nLearn how to create policies that respect employee confidentiality while ensuring inclusivity\, allowing employees to feel safe and supported\nEquip leaders with the knowledge to manage incidents such as harassment or discrimination\, ensuring they are handled with legal and organizational accountability while protecting affected employees\n\nTarget audience: \n\nHR professionals\,\nDEI leads\,\nsenior executives\,\nlegal and compliance officers\,\nEmployee Resource Group (ERG) leaders\,\nhealth and safety officers\, and\nlegal counsel.\n\nPresenter \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”3/4″]Stephanie Young (she/her)\, Partner\, Borden Lander Gervais:\nStephanie practices labour and employment and human rights law. She advises public and private sector employers on a variety of employment and labour relations matters\, including employment standards\, policy development and revision\, contracts\, health and safety\, accommodations and discrimination\, severance packages and terminations\, collective agreements\, workplace harassment investigations and discipline. Stephanie represents employers in employment and labour-related litigation\, including wrongful and constructive dismissals\, employment class actions\, human rights applications and grievance arbitrations. \nIn addition to her employment practice\, Stephanie advises and represents health sector clients and other service providers in human rights cases pertaining to patient care or customer service. She is also experienced in accessibility legislation and accessibility compliance audits. \nStephanie has appeared as employer counsel before the Superior Court of Justice\, the Divisional Court\, the Ontario Court of Appeal\, the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal\, the Ontario Labour Relations Board and labour arbitrators. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility: \n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClosed captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.\nThis event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. If you would like to register after the deadline\, please send an email to events@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20250402/
CATEGORIES:Partner-only event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250326T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250326T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100634
CREATED:20250127T185833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T192359Z
UID:10000783-1742990400-1742994000@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Rebuilding Trust: Lessons from Canadian Blood Services for Workplace Inclusion [EN]
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, March 26 from 12 PM to 1 PM ET – Ce webinaire aura lieu en français le 19 mars. \nThis session will focus on the ongoing efforts by Canadian Blood Services to rebuild and strengthen trust with 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. With the historic apology and updates to blood and plasma donor eligibility criteria\, this webinar will highlight how Canadian Blood Services is addressing its past while looking forward. The event will explore the internal and external changes implemented to ensure inclusivity and equity\, particularly for 2SLGBTQIA+ employees and donors. Participants will hear from key figures involved in this transformation\, including Canadian Blood Services representatives and community leaders. A one-page infographic will also be shared as a resource for participants to use and share widely. \nThis program was made possible by the generosity of Canadian Blood Services financial donors. \n \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the updated blood and plasma donor eligibility criteria at Canadian Blood Services and their impact on 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.\nLearn about the organizational changes implemented to foster greater inclusion internally at Canadian Blood Services.\nExplore how trust can be rebuilt within marginalized communities through policy changes and community engagement.\nGain insights into how other organizations can apply similar strategies to build trust and foster inclusive workplaces.\n\nTarget Audience: \n\n2SLGBTQIA+ employees at Pride at Work Canada’s partner organizations\nHR & DEI professionals\nLeaders committed to staying informed about key developments affecting 2SLGBTQIA+ employees in Canada and fostering inclusive workplace practices.\n\nAbout the speaker: \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \n[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”3/4″] \nTerrie Foster (she/they)\, manager of stakeholder engagement\, Canadian Blood Services \nTerrie (she/they) is registered nurse and longtime Canadian Blood Services employee. They currently work in stakeholder engagement\, where they engage with diverse communities who are interested in the work Canadian Blood Services does. They are a member of CBS’s 2SLGBTQIA+ advisory committee\, a member of Pride at Work Canada\, and the co-chair of CBS’s 2SLGBTQIA+ ERG. Terrie is also a grateful blood recipient and has felt firsthand the impact that donation can make. \n[/vc_column] \n[/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n  \n \n[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”3/4″] \nFrancesco MacAllister-Caruso (he/they)\, Communications Officer\, Community-Based Research Centre (CBRC)\nFrancesco MacAllister-Caruso (he/they) is a policy analyst and communications professional based on unceded Algonquin Anishinaabeg territory (Ottawa\, ON). Since 2020\, they have worked in the Community-Based Research Centre’s communications department\, crafting compelling promotional products that support the organization’s research and advocacy on queer and trans health. \nFrancesco is also a doctoral candidate in political science at Concordia University in Tiohtià:ke (Montréal\, QC). Their research explores 2S/LGBTQIA+ political representation\, citizenship and policy problems in Canada. Passionate about bridging the gap between academia and public discourse\, Francesco’s work is dedicated to making research and policy discussions more accessible and impactful. \nIn their free time\, Francesco enjoys playing video games\, cooking\, baking bread\, and gardening. \n[/vc_column] \n[/vc_row] \nAccessibility: \n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClosed captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca.\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20250326/
CATEGORIES:Free event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250319T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250319T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100634
CREATED:20250127T184354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T191907Z
UID:10000782-1742385600-1742389200@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Rebuilding Trust: Lessons from Canadian Blood Services for Workplace Inclusion [FR]
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, March 19\, 2025\, from 12 PM to 1 PM ET – This webinar will take place in English on March 26. \nThis session will focus on the ongoing efforts by Canadian Blood Services to rebuild and strengthen trust with 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. With the historic apology and updates to blood and plasma donor eligibility criteria\, this webinar will highlight how Canadian Blood Services is addressing its past while looking forward. The event will explore the internal and external changes implemented to ensure inclusivity and equity\, particularly for 2SLGBTQIA+ employees and donors. Participants will hear from key figures involved in this transformation\, including Canadian Blood Services representatives and community leaders. A one-page infographic will also be shared as a resource for participants to use and share widely. \nThis program was made possible by the generosity of Canadian Blood Services financial donors. \n \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the updated blood and plasma donor eligibility criteria at Canadian Blood Services and their impact on 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.\nLearn about the organizational changes implemented to foster greater inclusion internally at Canadian Blood Services.\nExplore how trust can be rebuilt within marginalized communities through policy changes and community engagement.\nGain insights into how other organizations can apply similar strategies to build trust and foster inclusive workplaces.\n\nTarget Audience: \n\n2SLGBTQIA+ employees at Pride at Work Canada’s partner organizations\nHR & DEI professionals\nLeaders committed to staying informed about key developments affecting 2SLGBTQIA+ employees in Canada and fostering inclusive workplace practices.\n\nSpeakers: \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \n[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”3/4″] \nSteph Kelly (she/her) \, Canadian Blood Services\nStephanie Kelly (she/her) has dedicated her career to community development and stakeholder engagement. In her 25 years at Canadian Blood Services\, she has led key initiatives to ensure that the voices of those affected by policy and program decisions are heard and reflected in meaningful outcomes. Stephanie is an active member of the Awareness of Visible and Invisible Disabilities (AVID) Employee Resource Group (ERG) and a longtime professional practitioner of the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2)\, adhering to its standards and principles. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \n[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”3/4″] \nKen Monteith (he/him)\, Executive Director\, COCQ-SIDA\nKen Monteith is the Executive Director of COCQ-SIDA (la Coalition des organismes communautaires québécois de lutte contre le sida). Trained as a lawyer\, he worked in the community youth sector and in the HIV/AIDS sector. He participates actively in research\, especially projects concerning the quality of life of people living with HIV and prevention for men who have sex with men. He holds degrees in Industrial Relations\, Common and Civil Law from McGill University and was a member of the Québec Bar from 1991 to 2001\, when he resigned to devote himself more fully to his community work on HIV/AIDS. Ken Monteith was diagnosed with advanced HIV infection in 1997. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility:  \n\nSpoken language: French\nAutomatic translation: French to English\nClosed captioning provided: French to English\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca.\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20250319/
CATEGORIES:Free event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250313T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250313T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100634
CREATED:20241021T180227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T222357Z
UID:10000763-1741867200-1741870800@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Developing Diversified Funding Sources [Community Partner Only - EN]
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, March 13\, 2025\, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees and board members of our Community Partners.\nLive Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada. \nAs non-profits\, making money is not our goal – but we need money to provide services and work towards our missions\, so let’s talk about it! With many different funding models\, which one is the right fit for your organization? How can you diversify your funding sources to become more resilient to changes in funding and revenue? Are there funding opportunities you haven’t explored yet? Join a panel of experts to learn from different organizational strategies. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nLearn about different funding models and opportunities\nDiscuss strategies for diversifying your revenue\nDevelop an understanding of how diverse funding models might apply to your organization\n\nTarget Audience: \n\nNon-profit staff in fundraising and development roles\nNon-profit executives and managers\nNon-profit board members\n\nPresentation:\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″]Quinn Blue (he/him\, they/them)\, Program & Engagement Coordinator\, Pride at Work Canada \nQuinn Blue is a professional in 2SLGBTQIA+ education and programming. Quinn spent over a decade working in the student movement\, having held equity and inclusion-focused roles at the University of Ottawa and at Algonquin College. His formal education is in Women and Gender Studies and in Teaching Adult Learners. They’ve volunteered extensively with the Ten Oaks Project\, which taught them about the incredible value of community building. Quinn is passionate about change-making and learning.\n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″]Brittan Hudson (they/them)\, Director of Programs\, The Enchanté Network \nBrittan is an Afro and Indo-Caribbean community developer with over 10 years of experience in program design\, content creation and community-based facilitation. Currently\, Brittan lives on the traditional territories of the Anishinabewaki\, Haudenosaunee\, Wendake-Nionwentsïo\, and Mississauga peoples. \nThey are passionate about creating equitable environments for BIPOC\, 2SLGBTQI+ and people living with disabilities. Their work is grounded by the experiences and knowledge shared by Black people across the diaspora\, especially on topics such as Queer liberation\, and Indigenous spiritualities. Throughout the years\, Brittan has worked within various sectors focusing on disability justice\, faith formation\, decolonization and reconciliation. \nWhen they are not working\, Brittan enjoys exploring the outdoors\, playing basketball and cultivating Queer joy. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″]Tristan Smyth (they/them)\, Managing Director\, Propel Impact \nA recognized nonbinary advocate working at the intersection of social impact\, entrepreneurship\, and venture capital\, Tristan is the Managing Director of Propel Impact\, supporting the nonprofit’s consulting and impact investing programming. During previous leadership roles\, Tristan advised on or directed over $2 billion CAD in economic development activity and\, in recognition of their work\, was named by Future of Good as one of Canada’s top 21 Young Impact Leaders in 2019 and Forty Under 40 by the Ottawa Business Journal in 2023. \nOutside of Propel\, they lead a graduate seminar on responsible and impact investing for Carleton University’s School of Public Policy and Administration. Beyond work\, Tristan is an advisor to Boann Social Impact and the Common Approach to Impact Measurement\, as well as several impact-focused startups. Additionally\, they serve on the boards of directors for Giyak Mishkawzid Shkagmikwe Corporation (GMS)\, Living Wage Canada\, and Canadian Coalition for Community Investment. \nTristan holds an undergraduate degree from Mount Royal University and graduate degrees from the University of Toronto\, Queen’s University\, and Cornell University. Originally from the Prairies\, they live in Quebec with their spouse\, dog\, and inordinate number of houseplants. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility: \n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClose captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to quinn.blue@prideatwork.ca.\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.\nThis event is exclusive for employees and board members of our Community Partners. If you would like to register after the deadline\, please send an email to events@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20250313/
CATEGORIES:Partner-only event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250226T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100634
CREATED:20250124T203138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T153605Z
UID:10000780-1740571200-1740574800@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Pink Shirts\, Performativity and Progress [Partners Only - EN]
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday February 26\, 2025 from 12 PM to 1 PM ET – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. \nPink Shirt Day held the last day of February has become a regular observance for schools and workplaces. This often includes photos on social media with big smiles and a generalized message about bullying. As we look at observances often they lose their initial impact and become more about image than impact. \nDuring this session run by Pride at Work Canada’s Director of Programs Jade Pichette\, there will be a discussion about how observances can be utilized to make real change. We will look at how we can work in allyship with 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and build workplaces that celebrate belonging by utilizing observances. \nLearning Objectives:  \n\nHow major observances for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community originated\nWhat is performative actions\, and how can they be avoided\nHow to utilize observances in a way to promote allyship\n\nTarget Audience: \n\nAll employees\nDEI professionals\nHR professionals\n\nPresenter: \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″]Jade Pichette (they/them)\, Director of Programs\, Pride at Work Canada \nJade Pichette (they/them) 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 were one of the authors of Transitioning Employers: A survey of policies and practices for trans inclusive workplaces and are the cohost of the Uncovering Belonging Podcast. In their spare time they can be found geeking out over queer\, trans\, and Norse histories\, disability justice\, interfaith advocacy\, firekeeping\, and spending time with their chosen family.\n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility: \n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClosed captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca.\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.\nThis event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. If you would like to register after the deadline\, please send an email to events@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20250226/
CATEGORIES:Partner-only event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250129T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100634
CREATED:20241205T153853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T132521Z
UID:10000774-1738152000-1738155600@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Closing the Gaps: Advancing Financial Equity for 2SLGBTQIA+ Employees [Partners Only - EN]
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, January 29\, 2025\, from 12 PM to 1 PM ET – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners.\nLive Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada. \nFinancial equity is critical for creating truly inclusive workplaces. While strides have been made toward achieving legal equality for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities\, economic disparities persist. This webinar will explore the wealth and benefits gaps that continue to affect 2SLGBTQIA+ employees and outline actionable steps organizations can take to foster financial security. From considerations 2SLGBTQIA+ employees have for their pension plans and retirement strategies to inclusive benefits that address unique community needs\, this session will provide HR professionals\, benefits coordinators\, and decision-makers with tools to ensure financial equity. Attendees will also learn how financial institutions and businesses can adapt their products and services to meet the needs of diverse workforces. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify how inequality shows up for your 2SLGBTQIA+ employees\nExamine the considerations 2SLGBTQIA+ employees have for their wealth and health benefits\nImplement tools to make your organization’s wealth and health benefits more equitable for all employees\n\nTarget Audience: \n\nHR professionals\nDEI professionals\nERG leaders\n\nPresentation:\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″]Janet Spreitzer (she/her)\, Keynote Speaker\, Writer\, Advocate  \nA Toronto based money expert\, Janet has spent her career working in finance and volunteering to advance LGBTQIA+ inclusion. For over 20 years\, Janet has worked on Bay Street for finance and insurance firms\, seeing wealth management “from the inside”. Janet is also an avid advocate for LGBTQIA+ inclusion. She’s a founding member of her company’s LGBTQ+ ERG\, and served on several volunteer boards serving the Toronto LGBTQIA+ community\, including 4 years as chair of board for Start Proud. Her latest venture\, Queerly Wealthy\, focuses on highlighting the economic inequalities faced by the LGBTQIA+ community\, and working towards narrowing the economic gap faced by her community. Janet believes that the best way to create inclusion for any equity seeking group is by leveling the financial playing field. Money gives people options – to DO and BE whatever you can dream of!\n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility: \n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClose captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca.\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.\nThis event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. If you would like to register after the deadline\, please send an email to events@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20250129/
CATEGORIES:Partner-only event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250122T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250122T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100634
CREATED:20241211T133127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T160752Z
UID:10000776-1737547200-1737550800@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Politicizing 2SLGBTQIA+ identities in Western Canada [Partners Only - FR]
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, January 22\, 2025\, from 12 PM to 1 PM ET – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners.\nLive Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada. \nAt a time when trans and queer identities are being increasingly targeted by polarizing policies in Alberta and Saskatchewan\, it is crucial for workplaces to understand the impact of this politicization on 2SLGBTQIA+ people\, and on the FrancoQueer community in particular. This webinar\, presented by Pride at Work Canada in collaboration with the Comité FrancoQueer de l’Ouest\, will outline the challenges faced by 2SLGBTQIA+ people in the workplace and explore practical ways to effectively support them in the face of rising intolerance and polarizing discourse. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the impact of the politicization of 2SLGBTQIA+ identities: Gain an in-depth understanding of recent policies in Alberta and Saskatchewan and their effect on the safety and well-being of trans and queer employees.\nSupport resilience and inclusion: Identify inclusion strategies for employers and teams to create a safe\, respectful and supportive work environment for trans and queer people.\nFoster safe environments: Discover best practices to strengthen the resilience and safety of 2SLGBTQIA+ employees in the workplace\, including mental health and community support resources.\nRaise awareness and engage stakeholders: Educate and engage teams on the importance of inclusivity in a tense political context\, to enable everyone to be an effective ally in the workplace.\n\nTarget Audience: \n\nDEI and HR professionals and managers in Alberta\, Saskatchewan and elsewhere\nMembers and allies of employee resource groups supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ and francoqueer communities\nOrganizations committed to diversity and inclusion\, particularly for linguistically and gender-diverse populations\n\nPresentation:\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″]Rose-Eva Forgues-Jenkins (she/her)\, Project Coordinator at Comité FrancoQueer de l’Ouest  \nRose-Eva Forgues-Jenkins is a queer woman who grew up in the French-speaking community of Edmonton\, in Treaty 6 territory. She studied at the University of Alberta\, where she completed her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Film Studies. She has worked in radio\, youth education and community research. Rose-Eva was named a ‘Top 30 Under 30’ by the Alberta Council for Global Cooperation in 2020. She has worked as Program Manager for the Comité FrancoQueer de l’Ouest since 2021. She has been on the Board of Directors of the Pride Centre of Edmonton since 2019.\n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility: \n\nSpoken language: French\nAutomatic translation: French to English\nClose captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca.\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.\nThis event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. If you would like to register after the deadline\, please send an email to events@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20250122/
CATEGORIES:Partner-only event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250115T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100634
CREATED:20241204T122132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T193237Z
UID:10000770-1736964000-1736967600@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:THRIVE 2025: Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, January 15\, 2025\, from 6 PM to 7 PM ET – this event is free and open to anyone who would like to register.\nLive Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada. \nJoin us for an exclusive Information Session about THRIVE\, a transformative ten-week virtual program designed to empower and develop the next generation of Two-Spirit\, queer\, and trans people managers. If you’re ready to step into leadership roles with confidence and pride\, this session is for you! \nAbout THRIVE:\nTHRIVE is more than just a program—it’s a community and a journey. Over ten weeks\, participants will receive the tools\, insights\, and support to unlock their leadership potential. You will gain exclusive access to Two-Spirit\, queer\, and trans leaders in top Canadian businesses and engage in deep peer-to-peer discussions. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nLive Zoom Sessions: Participate in dynamic\, engaging sessions led by industry leaders and experts.\nCollaborative Group Study: Learn alongside peers\, exchange ideas\, and grow together.\nSelf-Directed Work: Empower your personal leadership development with self-paced learning.\n\nTHRIVE will help you enhance your skills\, build your network\, and take your career to the next level as an out leader. \nAccessibility: \n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClose captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to templeton.sawyer@prideatwork.ca.\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.\nQuestions about THRIVE 2025 can be directed to Templeton Sawyer (he/him)\, Leadership Programs Coordinator\, at templeton.sawyer@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20250115/
CATEGORIES:Free event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241106T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100634
CREATED:20240829T172137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T174436Z
UID:10000745-1730894400-1730898000@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Pride in Practice (with UpHouse) [partner-only - EN]
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, November 6\, 2024\, from 12 PM to 1 PM EST – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners.\nLive Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada. \nMore than ever\, people are looking to connect with brands. Consumers are no longer content to settle for a product or service based on location or price-point\, they are looking to align their spending dollars with brands that align with their values. What does that mean for your organization and Pride marketing initiatives? \nUpHouse\, a CGLCC certified marketing and public relations agency\, commissioned a third-party Queer-owned-and-operated research company\, Mat Meir Consulting\, to gather insights from the 2SLGBTQ+ community across Canada and the USA. \nThe research results aim to help brands better connect and support their Queer audiences in ways that are authentic and meaningful through systemic change\, both internally and externally. Join us as we take a deep dive into what people want and are expecting from brands’ Pride marketing this year and moving forward. \nLearning objectives: \n\nUnderstand consumer expectations and the evolving landscape of Pride marketing\nExplore research insights on how brands can authentically connect with 2SLGBTQIA+ audiences\nLearn strategies for creating meaningful\, value-driven marketing initiatives that foster systemic change\n\nTarget audience: \n\nMarketing and PR professionals\nBrand managers and strategists\nDEI advocates and business leaders\n\nPresentation:\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″]Alex Varricchio (he/him)\, Co-Owner\, UpHouse Inc. \nWhile leading UpHouse’s impressive growth year over year\, Alex Varricchio has helped develop and maintain UpHouse’s culture of limitless creativity and ideas\, and cultivated a safe space for testing and launching creative projects to learn from. Noticing a trend in businesses moving agency work in-house\, Alex\, and business partner Kiirsten\, created a collaborative agency model based on filling in the gaps—not replacing in-house talent or duplicating efforts. Alex has been nominated for EY’s Entrepreneur of the Year award and winning Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce’s National Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award.\n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nRecorded appearances from: \n\nCelia Sandhya Daniels\, Founder & CEO\, Rebekon Consulting LLC (she/they)\nCalvin Campos\, Owner\, Calvin Campos Media (they/them)\nThomas “TJ” Chernick\, Partnership Engagement Director\, IGLTA (he/him)\n\nAccessibility: \n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClose captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca.\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.\nThis event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. If you would like to register after the deadline\, please send an email to events@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20241106/
CATEGORIES:Partner-only event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241009T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241009T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100634
CREATED:20240829T154326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T203805Z
UID:10000743-1728475200-1728478800@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Authentic Leadership: Uncovering Resilience [partner-only - EN]
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 9\, 2024\, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners.\nLive Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada. \nThis Authentic Leadership Experience is designed to empower and educate marginalized communities\, fostering intersectional leadership through community-led discussions. Participants will learn to end self-oppression\, embrace their full identities in leadership roles\, and create inclusive spaces within their teams. By exploring the critical need for authentic leadership and inclusive team design\, this experience aims to raise the capacity of 2SLGBTQIA+ leaders\, enabling them to build resilience\, enhance emotional intelligence\, and drive organizational success. Join us on October 9th at noon EDT to uncover strategies for authentic leadership and elevate your impact within your organization.   \nLearning Objectives: \n\nEmbrace authentic leadership and end self-oppression\nDesign and lead inclusive\, intersectional teams\nBuild resilience and emotional intelligence as 2SLGBTQIA+ leaders\n\nTarget Audience: \n\n2SLGBTQIA+ professionals and leaders\nERG leaders and members\nDEI practitioners and advocates\n\nPresentation:\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″]Jeremy Long (he/him)\, “The Inclusivity Guy” is a Co-Active Leadership and Team Coach. \nJeremy is a certified executive leadership coach who partners with individuals and organizations to make meaningful changes and break down barriers to diversity. His work focuses on talent development\, inclusive leadership training\, and systems coaching. He specializes in minority leadership development with half of his practice dedicated to LGBTQ2+ leadership development and transformation. \nJeremy leverages his diverse lived and work experience to approach supporting Queer folks with a trauma-informed\, intersectional\, and whole-person approach to leadership development. His clients are driven to reveal the authentic leadership style that promotes inclusive workplace culture and inspires cultural change in organizations.\n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility: \n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClose captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca.\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.\nThis event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. If you would like to register after the deadline\, please send an email to events@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20241009/
CATEGORIES:Partner-only event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241002T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241002T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100634
CREATED:20240829T140122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T155631Z
UID:10000741-1727870400-1727874000@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Workplace Audit [partner-only - FR]
DESCRIPTION:(Please note that this event is offered in French) \nWednesday\, October 2\, 2024\, from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners.\nLive Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada. \nDiscover the Workplace Audit\, a uniquely Canadian tool designed to help you assess and improve your organization’s diversity and inclusion practices. This Audit thoroughly examines your policies\, processes and support for 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion\, and provides you with customized recommendations for creating a more inclusive work environment. \nThis webinar will highlight the launch of the French version of the Audit\, introduced this summer to better serve our French-speaking partners\, and will present its key components\, the benefits for partner organizations\, and safeguards to ensure data confidentiality. Join us to learn more about this valuable tool and how it can help your organization drive inclusion efforts forward. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the benefits of the Workplace Pride Audit in assessing and improving diversity and inclusion practices\nExplore the main components of the Audit and how it can help your organization become more inclusive\nLearn how to use the results of the Audit to implement meaningful and effective structural changes\n\nTarget Audience: \n\nHuman resources and team managers\nDiversity\, equity and inclusion (DEI) professionals\nManagers and decision-makers looking to strengthen inclusion in their organization\n\nPresenters:\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″]Mathieu Young (he/him\, they/them)\, Virtual Programs Coordinator\, Pride at Work Canada \nMathieu Young is a queer Mauritian who is passionate about empowering marginalized communities\, particularly queer immigrants of color\, through dialogue\, education\, and activism. Mathieu is also a multidisciplinary artist\, known for organizing events that celebrate the diversity of the LGBTQIA+ community\, with a particular focus on uplifting queer Asian and African immigrants. Mathieu’s career has been marked by a deep commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As President of the Board of Directors for Action positive VIH/sida\, Mathieu was responsible for securing funding and ensuring the successful operation of the organization’s programs and services. Mathieu also served as Community Engagement Coordinator for FrancoQueer\, where they organized workshops\, support groups\, and events\, while leading training on gender identity\, sexual orientation\, and anti-racism. With extensive experience in project management\, community outreach\, and event planning\, Mathieu brings a unique and valuable perspective to the sector.\n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility: \n\nSpoken language: French\nAutomatic translation: French to English\nClose captioning provided: French and English\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca.\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.\nThis event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. If you would like to register after the deadline\, please send an email to events@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20241002/
CATEGORIES:Partner-only event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240925T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240925T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T100634
CREATED:20240828T204801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T141615Z
UID:10000739-1727265600-1727271000@staging.prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Maximizing ERGs potential for inclusive workplaces [partner-only - EN]
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, September 25\, 2024\, from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners.\nLive Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada. \nEmployee Resource Groups (ERGs) play a crucial role in creating inclusive workplaces. These groups not only provide essential support for employees from equity-deserving communities but also significantly impact the entire organization. Beyond supporting all employees\, how effective are these groups in influencing organizational success? \nJoin us for our next webinar where we will explore how ERGs can maximize their impact within organizations. This session will offer practical strategies\, best practices\, and actionable insights to help ERG leaders and members enhance their effectiveness and create a more inclusive environment for 2SLGBTQIA+ employees. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDiscover insights into the structure\, purpose\, and potential impact of Employee Resource Groups within organizations\nLearn strategies to maximize the effectiveness and influence of ERGs in promoting 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion\nExplore techniques for encouraging collaboration between different ERGs to create a unified approach to diversity and inclusion\n\nTarget audience: \n\nERG leaders and members\nExecutive sponsors\nHR professionals and DEI professionals\n\nAccessibility: \n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClose captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca.\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.\nThis event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. If you would like to register after the deadline\, please send an email to events@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://staging.prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20240925/
CATEGORIES:Partner-only event,Webinar
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