Montreal ProPride 2025
Montreal ProPride 2025
August 6 @ 4:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 8:30 PM EDT – This in-person event is open to all who wish to register.
Presented by Desjardins.
In collaboration with EY, BDC, sid lee and Fierté Montréal
Join us on August 6 for a vibrant evening of connection, celebration, and community, hosted by Pride at Work Canada in the heart of Tio’tia:ke/Montréal. Montréal ProPride event is all about bringing together folks who are committed to safeguarding and uplifting 2SLGBTQIA+ human rights in their workplaces and beyond.
Whether you’re a professional, job seeker, community advocate, or ally, this is a space to meet others who share your values, exchange experiences, and build relationships rooted in community and connection. Together, we’ll honour the work being done to create safer, more accessible spaces for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities across all sectors.
Come ready to connect, be inspired, and celebrate what’s possible when we lead with intention and solidarity.
HOST
Barbada
Dynamic, funny and endearing, Barbada is a drag artist who has been performing across Canada since 2005. Versatile, she delivers disco, pop and dance performances in the evening and hosts story time for children of all ages during the day.
SCHEDULE
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT – Panel Discussion presented by BDC (by registration – 70 spots available, granting access to the cocktail)
- BDC offices (BDC Square 5 Place Ville Marie Rez-de-Chaussée Montréal, Qc)
5:00 PM – 5:30 PM EDT – Pride Walk – Please join us for a short (5 minute) walk between the BDC and Sid Lee offices. Led by Barbada please bring your flags, your Pride t-shirt, and your excitement as we march gayfully from one office to the other. Pride is a movement, not just a moment.
5:30 PM – 8:30 PM EDT – Montreal ProPride Cocktail presented by Desjardins
- sid lee offices (sid lee 12102-1 Place Ville Marie, Montreal, Quebec, H3B 3Y1, Canada)
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Panel
The Cost of Silence: Why Allyship Matters Now More Than Ever
In a time marked by increasing visibility and simultaneous backlash against 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, silence is not neutrality—it’s complicity. This panel explores the critical role of allyship in standing up for two-spirit, queer and trans human rights and the challenges 2SLGBTQIA+ communities continue to face across workplaces, communities, and public life.
Our panelists—leaders, advocates, and changemakers—will unpack the real-world consequences of inaction and the power of intentional, sustained allyship. Together, we’ll examine the personal and collective costs of silence, the discomfort of learning and unlearning, and how meaningful solidarity can look in different contexts.
If you’ve ever wondered, “What does allyship actually look like?” or “How can I do better?”, this conversation is for you.
Moderator:
Florence Gagnon (she/her)
Manager of Brand & Sponsorships, Pride at Work Canada
Florence Gagnon holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Concordia University. She has spent the last 10 years working to ‘spread the word’ and increase visibility for lesbians within and outside of the LGBTQ+ community. In 2012, she created a platform to provide a resource to lesbian communities, Lez Spread The Word, the first bilingual website of its kind in Canada. In 2014, she launched the FÉMININ / FÉMININ television series, with director Chloé Robichaud (Sarah Préfère la Course and Boudaries), who won two Gemini Awards in Quebec and several international prizes in 2015. In 2016, she published the first LSTW magazine, a 230-page bilingual annual magazine that stands out in stores across Canadian provinces, European capitals and major US cities. She was awarded the Publisher Grand Prix at the National Magazine Awards in 2021 and 2025.
Panelists:
Angélique Pelée-de-Saint-Maurice (she/her)
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisor, Desjardins
Born in France, Angélique settled in Quebec nearly ten years ago, after several transatlantic trips. An equity, diversity, and inclusion advisor, she is actively involved in advancing causes that are close to her heart, both in her professional and personal life. A member of the Desjardins LGBTQ+ Committee and a proud ally of the community, Angélique is also the mother of a non-binary teenager, which fuels her deep commitment to a more inclusive and caring world.
Tamara Tepox (she/they)
Queer Activist | DEI Leader | Founder of Alstom True Colours
Tamara Tepox is a proud Mexican-Canadian and long-standing queer activist, advocating for 2SLGBTQIA+ rights since 1999. With a deep commitment to amplifying marginalized voices, Tamara creates spaces where vulnerability is embraced, difficult conversations are encouraged, and healing can begin.
Professionally, Tamara is the founder and co-lead of Alstom True Colours, the company’s first 2SLGBTQIA+ Employee Resource Group. Through this initiative, they drive meaningful change by fostering inclusion and visibility within the corporate world.
In 2021, Tamara launched the Rainbow Train, a Virtual Pride March that redefines workplace celebration by inviting participation through any form of physical activity. This innovative project earned national acclaim, receiving the 2023 CUTA Canadian Urban Transportation Award for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Tamara holds a degree in Natural Sciences from the Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana and blends activism, creativity, and leadership to uplift queer communities and artists. Their work continues to inspire transformation across corporate, cultural, and public spaces.
More to be announced.
Tickets:
Register today for this in person event.
Panel and Cocktail Reception*
- Member tickets (Proud Partners and Community Partners): $80 (+ taxes)
- Non-member tickets: $120 (+ taxes)
Cocktail Reception*
- Member tickets (Proud Partners and Community Partners): $20 (+ taxes)
- Non-member tickets: $40 (+ taxes)
*This contribution helps support Pride at Work’s mission and activities, and better guarantees the attendance of our registrants. If you are a member of our Community Partners network and would like to participate at a more accessible cost, please contact us.
About ProPride:
ProPride is an innovative event series hosted by Pride at Work Canada, bringing together inclusive employers, 2SLGBTQIA+ thought leaders, and community organizations for engaging conversations, networking opportunities, panel and roundtable discussions. With a commitment to creating inclusive spaces beyond Pride celebrations, ProPride provides a dynamic environment for employees, job seekers, and community members, as well as employers committed to 2SLGBTQIA+ human rights in the workplace. Join us for access to the most relevant topics and current research, as we celebrate progress in 2SLGBTQIA+ leadership and human rights and create a better, more welcoming future for all.
If you would like to register after the deadline, please send an email to events@prideatwork.ca.
