Hosted by Norton Rose Fulbright
April 16, 2026 | 12PM – 1:30PM MST | By Invitation*

Pride at Work Canada is pleased to convene employers, leaders, and equity practitioners for a Calgary-based roundtable hosted by Norton Rose Fulbright. Inspired by the report “Empowering 2SLGBTQIA+ Workers in Energy,” this discussion will explore what inclusion looks like beyond headquarters—across worksites, client locations, field operations, and other non-traditional or decentralized workplaces.

Participants will engage in a candid, peer-based conversation about the unique challenges and opportunities facing 2SLGBTQIA+ workers in energy and related sectors, particularly where organizational culture, policies, and supports must travel outside the main office. The roundtable will examine how employers can foster safety, belonging, and visibility in environments shaped by geography, operational demands, and legacy norms.

This session is designed to surface practical strategies, emerging practices, and shared accountability for advancing inclusion where it is often hardest to sustain.

Discussion topics will include:

• Creating inclusive cultures across remote, field-based, and client-facing environments
• Supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ employees in traditionally male-dominated or high-risk worksites
• Leadership responsibility and allyship outside corporate headquarters
• Policy implementation, accountability, and adaptability across locations
• Lessons learned from the energy sector and transferable insights for other industries

This roundtable is open to Pride at Work Canada member organizations and invited guests. Participation is encouraged from HR, DEI professionals, senior leaders, and those responsible for workforce culture and operations.

Accessibility

• Spoken language: English

Please inform us of any accessibility requests upon confirmation of registration. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca

* About Our Invitation-Based Events

Pride at Work Canada regularly hosts small, intentional roundtables and gatherings across the country that bring together voices from government, business, advocacy, and community sectors. These spaces are designed to support honest dialogue, knowledge exchange, and strategic collaboration.

Participation is by invitation to ensure a balanced group across types of organizations, identities, sectors, and lived experiences related to the themes at hand. We consider both professional expertise and community insight when shaping these conversations, and we center engagement from our Proud Partners and Community Partners, while also welcoming expressions of interest from others doing meaningful work in this space.

If you’d like to be considered for this or any future events, you can reach out to Jose Patiño-Gomez, Director of Stakeholder Engagement & Advancement, or fill out this short form to register your interest.