Pride At Work Canada

Webinar: Trans Inclusion in the Workplace: Moving Beyond the Basics [Partners only - FR]
2023-11-22 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
(Please note that this event is offered in French.)
Wednesday, November 22, 2023, from 12 PM to 1 PM EST – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. This session will be offered in English on August 23.
Live Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Dive into Trans Awareness Week and Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20 by taking part in our engaging webinar: “Trans Inclusion in the Workplace: Moving Beyond the Basics”. Presented in partnership with Pride at Work Canada/Fierté au travail Canada, this event moves far beyond the basics, exploring advanced strategies that foster transformative inclusion within the workplace. We’ll highlight concrete measures that can be taken to reinforce equity and accessibility for all.
We’ll also have the pleasure of being joined by Celeste Trianon, a transfeminine jurist and deeply committed activist located in unceded land traditionally in the custody of the Kanien’kehá:ka. Her impactful work aims to tackle the administrative and juridical barriers trans people consistently face in day-to-day life. Celeste is also the organizer of Montreal’s Trans March.
Get ready for an inspiring exploration of transformative inclusion strategies, diving deep to create work environments that are not only accepting, but truly empowering. Don’t miss this exceptional learning and development opportunity.
Learning Objectives:

Understand trans-focused recruitment and promotion methods to develop effective strategies for hiring and advancing trans individuals within your organization.
Examine intersectionality in a trans context, analyzing intersections between different aspects of identity and assessing how these factors influence the experiences and needs of trans people.
Explore best practices for retaining and including trans people in the workplace, exploring concrete examples and developing skills to create a welcoming and equitable environment.

Audience:

All employees
Diversity, equity and inclusion professionals
Human resources professionals

Presenter:
Céleste Trianon (she/they), Executive Director, Trans Legal Collective
Celeste Trianon: a name that resonates with power and commitment. As a jurist and transfeminine activist, she works on unceded land traditionally in the custody of the Kanien’kehá:ka. Her work is centered notably on tackling the administrative and juridical barriers trans people consistently face in day-to-day life, all while facilitating trans joy and the celebration of queerness in its various forms.
At just 19 years of age, Céleste Trianon has made a name for herself as a protest leader. A law student at the Université de Montréal, she embodies the force of change as coordinator of the Quebec Trans ID Clinic. She’s not afraid of confrontation, as evidenced by her key role in organizing protests against Bill 2 in Quebec to fight for the recognition and rights of trans people. She also created the Legal Transition Knowledge Base, a resource developed to explain the legal transition process in the province of Quebec, as well as in Canada, for trans people navigating the twists and turns of the legal transition process in the province of Quebec. Since August 2022, she has organized the Trans March for Our Liberation during Pride.
Céleste Trianon embodies unwavering determination and deep commitment to trans rights. She shines, she inspires, and she leads the way to a more inclusive and brighter future for all.

Accessibility:

Spoken language: French
Live Captioning: French, automatic English translation provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Format: Virtual (on Zoom)
Engagement type: participants invited to share using chat
Slidedeck available before the session for those with access needs.
Please register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca.

Registration for this event has closed.
This 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 info@prideatwork.ca.

Matrices: Trans, Non-Binary & Agender Digital Connect [EN]
2023-11-07 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Toronto)
Tuesday, November 7, 2023, from 12 pm to 1:30 pm EST – this is a free networking event for trans, non-binary and agender people.

Pride at Work Canada is proud to present the seventh installment of Matrices: Trans, Non-Binary & Agender Digital Connect, a free networking event for trans, non-binary, and agender professionals and jobseekers! We will bring trans, non-binary, and agender professionals from across Canada.
Our guest speaker will deliver brief remarks after which attendees will then enter 1-1 speed networking rounds to discuss our speaker’s story, our session theme, and to meet other professionals and jobseekers. After the 1-1 speed networking rounds, we’ll come back as a group and close the session.
Please note that our event will be fully taking place on the Gatheround networking platform. Once registered, we will send attendees a link to the event and if you haven’t previously used Gatheround, you’ll need to create an account and sign in. Creating an account with Gatheround is as simple as confirming an email and attendees will be sent detailed instructions on how to join the event!
Help us make Matrices a safer event! All attendees will be provided with a set of community guidelines for this event that they will be expected to read and abide by. Pride at Work Canada staff will be present in the main room at all times and volunteer facilitators will be rotating within some of the 1-1 speed networking rounds. Creating a welcoming space is a communal effort, we look forward to building a braver space based in communicating with compassion.
Captioning: At this event there will be live captioning in English, and automated French captioning only available upon request two weeks previous to the event.
Guest speaker:
Fernando Us Alvarez (she/he)
Fernando is a Maya K’ichè Indigenous person, a survivor of Guatemala’s civil war, and a sexual dissident. Fernando uses the pronouns she/he. For the past three years, Fernando has been working with the PanAmerican Development Fund with responsibilities for supporting LGBTI groups in the Mesoamerican region (Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras). Prior to that, Fernando worked as a popular educator with UDEFEGUA – the Unit for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders – an organization that defends the political space for human rights organizations and provides support to human rights defenders under threat. In UDEFEGUA, among other responsibilities, Fernando was the liaison with feminist and LGBTI groups in Guatemala and throughout the Central American region. From 2010-2013, Fernando served as Project Officer with Project Counseling Service (PCS), a regional Latin American organization that was Inter Pares’ main counterpart in Latin America. At PCS, Fernando worked on the program dealing with issues of migration or “forced uprooting”, connecting with grassroots groups throughout the “northern triangle” region and Mexico.
His/her experience as a proud, queer Indigenous person deeply engaged in a broad range of human rights issues is an incredible asset. Fernando is an activist with deep ties at the local level. She/he is a founding member of REDMMUTRANS – the Red Multicultural de Mujeres Trans (Multicultural Network of Trans Women), a grassroots group comprised in large part by Indigenous trans women from several rural departments of Guatemala. Fernando is also a member of REDNAS – the Red Nacional de Diversidad Sexual y VIH de Guatemala (National Network on Sexual Diversity and HIV of Guatemala). REDNAS engages in advocacy with the Guatemalan government and at the international level on a variety of issues of concern to the LGBTIQ community. Fernando was a member of the Organizing Committee for the Regional Conference of ILGA, held in Guatemala in 2017 and has taken part in 3 ILGA conferences in the region.

Why is this event taking place?
While many events and networks are inclusive of trans, non-binary and agender people there are questions and discussions unique to these community members and their experiences. Pride at Work Canada seeks to create space for professional and job-seeking trans, non-binary and agender people to find support from and make connections with one another. We hope to be responsive to the needs and suggestions expressed by our attendees as this feedback helps to shape future events.
Who should attend?
The purpose of this event is to provide space for folks who identify as trans, non-binary and agender. There is no desire to monitor anyone’s gender or create barriers to entry. If you come to this event you will be welcome. While the support of people who identify as allies to trans people and communities is always appreciated please remember that the best support sometimes comes in the form of leaving space for people to connect around their shared identities and lived experiences.
Who can answer my questions about the event?
Please direct questions about this event to Iyol Martinez (they/them), Leadership Programs Coordinator at iyol.martinez@prideatwork.ca. You may also contact info@prideatwork.ca with questions about any Pride at Work Canada events and activities.
Accessibility

Captioning provided by 3 Play Media Canada
If you have any accessibility requests please email iyol.martinez@prideatwork.ca with requests by October 24, 2023

Limited number of participants in this free networking event for trans, non-binary and agender people.
Registration for this event has closed.

Keynote ProPride Session: Seeking Safety and Acceptance
2023-10-25 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Wednesday, October 25, 2023, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT – This online event is open to all who wish to register.
Live Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada.

Event Sponsor

Keynote Session: Seeking Safety and Acceptance: The Plight of LGBTQIA+ Refugees and Immigrants Escaping War and Persecution
This keynote session for ProPride attendees and general audience will focus on the challenges and difficulties faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals who have to flee their home countries due to war, conflict, or persecution based on their gender identity, gender expression or sexual orientation.
The presentation will explore the unique vulnerabilities experienced by LGBTQIA+ refugees and immigrants during their journey and resettlement, such as the risk of violence, discrimination, and exploitation. It will also highlight the legal and social barriers when they seek asylum and integration in their host countries.
Furthermore, it will discuss the impact of intersectionality when LGBTQIA+ refugees and immigrants face multiple forms of discrimination and marginalization based on their overlapping identities, such as race, ethnicity, religion, disability, etc. The audience will gain an understanding of the importance for inclusive policies, resources, and support systems that address the specific needs and experiences of LGBTQIA+ refugees and immigrants.
Learning Objectives:

Gaining awareness of the global and regional contexts that contribute to the displacement of LGBTQIA+ individuals and the psychological and emotional impact
Identifying the barriers and gaps in support systems for LGBTQIA+ refugees and immigrants
Discussing potential solutions and best practices for creating safe and welcoming environments

Audience:

ProPride attendees
HR/DEI professionals and ERG members who want to improve their workplaces by addressing immigration and refugee policies
Human rights advocates and activists, policymakers, lawmakers, and government officials are involved in shaping immigration and refugee policies
Social workers, counsellors, and mental health professionals working with refugees and LGBTQIA+ populations
Anyone who wishes to broaden their knowledge and understanding of the intersectionality between LGBTQIA+ rights, migration, and refugee protection

Keynote Speaker:
Hanna Haddad (he/him), Business Development Coordinator, Pride at Work Canada
Hanna (he/him), a graduate of Business Administration, possesses a background in humanitarian and non-profit management. Alongside a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, he has actively engaged with UNHCR during the Syrian war and the subsequent refugee crisis in the Middle East. Hanna played an instrumental role as a social activist, advocating for 2SLGBTQIA+ rights, and served as a life skills coach, focusing on sexual health.
Upon his arrival in Canada in 2021, Hanna promptly began volunteering with local NGOs and community centers, utilizing his passion, knowledge, and experience to support the community. With unwavering ambition, profound dedication, and a firm belief in the imminent attainment of social justice, Hanna emphasizes the importance of aligning ourselves with the right side of history.
Hanna cherishes the power of empathy and embraces hard work as an indispensable element for achieving our personal aspirations and contributing to liberation in all aspects of life.

Accessibility:

Spoken language: English
Live interpretation: English to French
Closed captioning: English and French
Format: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)
Engagement type: participants are invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)
Please register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca

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+ inclusion. Join us for access to the most relevant topics and current research, as we celebrate progress in 2SLGBTQIA+ leadership and inclusion and create a better, more inclusive future for all.
Please register below:
Registration for this event has closed.
This online event is open to all who wish to register. If you would like to register after the deadline, please send an email to info@prideatwork.ca.

Workshop: Intersectionality within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community [Partner only - FR]
2023-10-18 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
(Please note that this event is offered in French.)
Wednesday, October 18, 2023, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. This session will be offered in English on August 23.
Live Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Join us for a dynamic and thought-provoking presentation on the intersectionality within the 2SLGBTQIA+ workplace inclusion. Our speaker will explore the ways in which different social identities intersect and impact the experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and share strategies for promoting intersectional inclusion and advocacy. This event is perfect for anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of intersectionality and learn how to better support and uplift diverse voices within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Don’t miss out on this informative and inspiring event!
Learning Objectives:

Explain the concept of intersectionality and its relevance to the workplace experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals
Analyze the impact of multiple social identities on the workplace experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals and identify potential challenges and barriers they may face
Develop strategies for promoting intersectional inclusion and advocating for the rights of 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals in the workplace

Audience:

Proud and Community Partners
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Professionals
Human Resource Professionals

Presenter:
Mathieu Young (he/they), Virtual Programs Coordinator, Pride at Work Canada
Mathieu 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 immigrants of color. 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. Their proficiency in French, Spanish and in English, combined with their expertise in various administrative programs, make them a versatile and valuable asset.

Accessibility:

Spoken language: French
Live Captioning: French, automatic English translation provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Format: Virtual (on Zoom)
Engagement type: participants invited to share using chat
Slidedeck available before the session for those with access needs.
Please register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca.

Registration for this event has closed.
This 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 info@prideatwork.ca.

FLOURISH 2023
2023-10-17 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Toronto)
Virtual ERG Leader Development Program 2023

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:

Domestic and international 2SLGBTQIA+ economic issues
Building business cases and generating buy-in for 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion
Principles of governance and volunteer management
Providing peer support to 2SLGBTQIA+ people and their allies

APPLICATION
To support a positive learning experience the number of participants in FLOURISH 2023 will be limited. Please provide us with some information about who you are and why you’d like to participate. We’ll use this information to determine a FLOURISH 2023 cohort that represents the broad diversity of both the workplaces and communities we serve.
The process by which those interested in participating will open on Monday, August 14, 2023. The deadline for applications will be Friday, September 29, 2023 at 11:59 PM ET. Those selected for the FLOURISH cohort will pay a participation fee of $1500 (+ tax) for employees of Pride at Work Canada’s Proud Partners and $2000 (+ tax) for employees of other organizations, due upon acceptance.
Visit FLOURISH 2023.

Webinar: Creating Affirming Workspaces for 2SLGBTQIA+ Elders [Partner only - EN]
2023-10-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Wednesday, October 11, 2023, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners.
Live Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Save the date for an insightful webinar on October 11th, as we delve into the topic of “Creating Affirming Workspaces for 2SLGBTQIA+ Elders.” Presented by Pride at Work Canada, this session aims to uncover the unique needs and experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ seniors within professional environments, focusing on actionable strategies for inclusivity, equity, and accessibility.
In line with the significance of National Coming Out Day, this webinar gains an even deeper layer of meaning. It’s a day of celebration, of embracing one’s true self and identity. As we commemorate this day, we are honoured to introduce our guest speaker, Dr. Celeste Pang, a distinguished sociocultural and medical anthropologist known for her expertise in aging, disability, and care access, with a strong focus on 2SLGBTQIA+ issues. Dr. Pang’s insights and experiences will provide invaluable perspectives on creating affirming spaces for LGBTQIA+ elders.
Learning Objectives:

Employment Reality for Older Adults: We will delve into the history, numbers, and employment trajectory for the 2SLGBTQIA+ seniors
Intersectionality of Aging and Disability: Through an exploration of how aging and disability intersect within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, we will talk about the struggles and needs of individuals at this crossroads
Inclusion Best Practices: Participants will amass actionable perceptions aimed at nurturing 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusivity within occupational domains, equipping them with the means to actively forge more receptive and equitable environments

Audience:

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Professionals
Human Resource Professionals
Proud and Community Partners
Anyone committed to promoting LGBTQIA+ inclusion in the workplace

Presenter:
Dr. Celeste Pang (she/her), Assistant Professor, Women’s & Gender Studies, Mount Royal University
Meet Dr. Celeste Pang: a transformative sociocultural and medical anthropologist specializing in aging, disability, and equitable care, with a profound focus on 2SLGBTQIA+ advocacy. With a PhD and Postdoctoral Fellowship from the University of Toronto, she brings over a decade of community-engaged research and consulting experience. As an Assistant Professor in Women’s and Gender Studies at Mount Royal University, she’s a driving force in reshaping perspectives.
Dr. Pang’s work encompasses diverse projects, from ethnographic explorations to innovative arts-based initiatives, all challenging societal norms. Her latest endeavour, funded by the Alzheimer Society of Canada, dives into the decision-making processes for individuals with dementia lacking traditional familial support.
Co-Chair of the Society for Medical Anthropology’s Health Professions Education Special Interest Group, she’s an influencer in critical fields. Beyond academia, her consulting services empower nonprofits, healthcare teams, and social service providers.

Accessibility:

Spoken language: English
Live Captioning: English, automatic French translation provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Format: Virtual (on Zoom)
Engagement type: participants invited to share using chat
Slidedeck available before the session for those with access needs.
Please register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca.

Registration for this event has closed.
This 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 info@prideatwork.ca.

Rendez-Vous: 2SLGBTQIA+ Women x Non-Binary Digital Connect [EN]
2023-10-03 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Toronto)
Tuesday, October 3, 2023, from 12 pm to 1:30 pm EDT – This is a free networking event for 2SLGBTQIA+ women and non-binary people.

Pride at Work Canada has been bringing 2SLGBTQIA+ women and non-binary* professionals and job seekers together for years. As many 2SLGBTQIA+ women and non-binary people don’t feel safe in many professional networking spaces, Rendez-Vous: 2SLGBTQIA+ Women x Non-Binary Digital Connect creates a unique opportunity for 2SLGBTQIA+ women and non-binary people to make professional connections in a casual and comfortable setting – from anywhere!
*Pride at Work Canada understands that these terms may not resonate with everyone and endeavors to include all those who do not identify as men. This includes trans women, cis women, non-binary folks, agender folks, and more. We also host Matrices: Trans, Non-Binary & Agender Digital Connect to those who would prefer a trans, non-binary, and agender specific space.
Our guest speaker will deliver brief remarks, then attendees will be placed into breakout rooms to discuss our speaker’s story and the event theme, and to meet other professionals and jobseekers. After the breakout room discussions, we’ll come back as a group to share our takeaways and close the session.
Bilingualism: At this event, there will be a Francophone breakout room, and automated French captioning will be available.
Help us make Rendez-Vous a safer event! All attendees will be provided with a set of community guidelines prior to the event that they will be expected to read and honour. Discussion facilitators will be present in our breakout rooms, and there will be a BIPOC-specific breakout room, as well as a non-binary specific breakout room, for folks who wish to join that space.
Guest speaker:
Tenniel Brown, B.A., M.S.W., R.SW. (she/her)
For over 18 years, Tenniel Brown, B.A., M.S.W., R.S.W. has been working collaboratively with diverse clients to transform the impact of racism, inequity, and mental health on their lives. She is a passionate speaker, trainer, therapist, and facilitator, who is dedicated to improving the experiences of marginalized people in all community settings. With her husband Marcus Brown, Tenniel co-owns two speaking, training, and consulting companies called Browns Consulting and The Centre for Anti-Oppressive Communication that specializes in working with Black, Racialized, Queer, Trans, Non-binary, and Allied communities and transforming organizations to foster environments that are anti-oppressive, accessible, and inclusive.

Who should attend?
The purpose of this event is to provide space for folks who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ women or non-binary. There is no desire to monitor anyone’s gender or create barriers to entry. If you come to this event you will be welcome. While the support of people who identify as allies to 2SLGBTQIA+ women and non-binary people and communities is always appreciated, please remember that the best support sometimes comes in the form of leaving space for people to connect around their shared identities and lived experiences.
Who can answer my questions about the event?
Please direct questions about this event to Iyol Martínez (they/them), Leaderships Program Coordinator at iyol.martinez@prideatwork.ca. You may also contact info@prideatwork.ca with questions about any Pride at Work Canada events and activities.
Accessibility:

Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada
English to French automated captioning
If you have any accessibility requests please email iyol.martinez@prideatwork.ca with requests by September 19, 2023

Limited number of participants in this free networking event for 2SLGBTQIA+ women and non-binary people.
Registration for this event has closed.

Vancouver ProPride
2023-09-21 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Microsoft Vancouver, 725 Granville Street, Suite 700, Vancouver, British Colombia, V7Y 1G5, Canada
Thursday, September 21, 2023, from 4 PM to 7 PM PDT (7 PM to 10 PM EDT) – This in-person event is free and open to all who wish to register.

Host Sponsor

Event Sponsor

Supporting Sponsor

Join Pride at Work Canada in a night of networking and connection for those who are passionate about advancing 2SLGBTQIA+ rights and creating a more inclusive work environment. Sponsored by Microsoft, Harbour West Consulting Inc, and Finning, the open and welcoming space will provide a unique opportunity for attendees to expand their networks and make meaningful connections with other like-minded individuals who are dedicated to creating more inclusive and equitable workplaces for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
Host Sponsor and Location
Microsoft – Vancouver
725 Granville St Suite 700, Vancouver, BC V7Y 1G5
Event Objectives:

Connect with professionals, community members, and job seekers from a diversity of industries and backgrounds.
Engage in meaningful conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Leave with new connections, ideas, and perspectives.

Audience:

2SLGBTQIA+ Professionals & job seekers
2SLGBTQIA+ community members
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion professionals

SPEAKERS

Oren Shir (he/him)
Principal Software Engineer
Microsoft
[Remarks]

Zakary Myers (he/him, they/them)
BC SOGI 1 2 3 Lead
ARC Foundation
[Remarks]

Jose Patiño-Gomez (he/him)
Director of External Relations
Pride at Work Canada
[Remarks]

Iyol Martínez (they/them)
Leadership Programs Coordinator
Pride at Work Canada
[Emcee]

Accessibility:

Spoken language: English
Closed captioning: English
Format: In-person networking event
Venue accessibility: 725 Granville Accessibility & Directions
Parking is available below the building. The parkade can be accessed from Howe Street. During business hours, the elevator options will allow them to go to the 7th floor from the parkade. There are dedicated accessible and family spaces on the first level of the parkade near the elevator.
Please register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca

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+ inclusion. Join us for access to the most relevant topics and current research, as we celebrate progress in 2SLGBTQIA+ leadership and inclusion and create a better, more inclusive future for all.
For in-person access, please register here (limited capacity).
This in-person event is free and open to all who wish to register. If you would like to register after the deadline, please send an email to info@prideatwork.ca.

Workshop: Bisexual Inclusion at Work [Partner only - EN]
2023-09-13 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Wednesday, September 13, 2023, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners.
Live Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
This interactive webinar will explore the unique experiences of bisexual individuals in the workplace and provide emerging tools and strategies for creating a more inclusive work environment. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in discussions and activities to deepen their understanding of bisexuality, learn how to be better allies to the bisexual community, and gain insights into how to build a workplace culture that celebrates all forms of sexual orientation. Whether you are a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, an ally, or an HR professional looking to improve your organization’s diversity and inclusion practices, this workshop is for you. Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and grow with like-minded individuals committed to making our workplaces more inclusive and welcoming for everyone.
Learning Objectives:

Understand the experiences and challenges faced by bisexual individuals in the workplace
Learn strategies to create a more inclusive work environment for bisexual employees
Identify actionable steps that can be taken to advance bisexual inclusion in your workplace

Audience:

Proud and Community Partners
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Professionals
Human Resource Professionals

Presenters:
Taralyn Parr (she/they), Director of Diversity and Inclusion, McCarthy Tétrault LLP
Taralyn Parr is a dynamic and passionate advocate, dedicated to building an equitable, inclusive, and accessible future. As one of the lead architects of McCarthy Tetrault’s award-winning EDI strategy, Inclusion Now, Taralyn has successfully operationalized forward-thinking strategies that have elevated the firm’s EDI capacity.
Taralyn’s approach is guided by her lived experience as a queer bisexual+, and over a decade of education in gender and workplace equity studies. Her expertise lies in collaborating with leadership, staff, educators, and community partners to develop research-driven solutions that prioritize equity for a more inclusive future of work. She has led initiatives that have transformed diversity data and analytics, embedded inclusive values into talent management practices and policies, increased the recruitment and retention of equity-deserving groups, and built cultural awareness, engagement, and a culture of allyship and belonging.
Taralyn’s dedication to inclusion extends beyond the workplace. She is completing her Ph.D. at the University in Toronto in Adult Education, specializing in Workplace Learning and Social Change and Sexual Diversity Studies. Her dissertation project is exploring how bisexuals+ navigate visibility within the workplace and when in leadership positions. She also teaches in the School of Administrative Studies at York University, and serves as the Director of The Bisexual Research Group.

Jade Pichette (they/them), Director of Programs, Pride at Work Canada
Jade Pichette is an inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA!) professional based in Tkarón:to/Toronto. Currently, Jade serves as the Director of Programs at Pride at Work Canada, where they work with over 250 large employers across Canada around gender expression, gender identity, and sexual orientation inclusion. Previously, Jade served as the Volunteer and Community Outreach Coordinator at the ArQuives, the Education Programs Coordinator at Kind Space, and an independent inclusion consultant. They are an Ásatrú Gythia (priestess) and interfaith advocate who was the first trans-feminine person to present at the Parliament of World Religions in 2018. Jade was one of the authors of Transitioning Employers: A survey of policies and practices for trans inclusive workplaces and is the cohost of the Uncovering Belonging Podcast. Jade has been named one of Future of Good’s 2022 Young Impact Leaders, Toronto Metropolitan University’s 2021 Pride Champions, and is a judge for the Canadian HR Awards. In their spare time they can be found geeking out over queer, trans, and Norse histories, firekeeping, and spending time with their chosen family.

Accessibility:

Spoken language: English
Live Captioning: English, automatic French translation provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Format: Virtual (on Zoom)
Engagement type: participants invited to share using chat
Slidedeck available before the session for those with access needs.
Please register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca.

Registration for this event has closed.
This 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 info@prideatwork.ca.

Workshop: Intersectionality within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community [Partner only - EN]
2023-08-23 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Wednesday, August 23, 2023, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. This session will be offered in French on September 20.
Live Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Join us for a dynamic and thought-provoking presentation on the intersectionality within the 2SLGBTQIA+ workplace inclusion. Our speakers will explore the ways in which different social identities intersect and impact the experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and share strategies for promoting intersectional inclusion and advocacy. This event is perfect for anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of intersectionality and learn how to better support and uplift diverse voices within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Don’t miss out on this informative and inspiring event!
Learning Objectives:

Explain the concept of intersectionality and its relevance to the workplace experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals
Analyze the impact of multiple social identities on the workplace experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals and identify potential challenges and barriers they may face
Develop strategies for promoting intersectional inclusion and advocating for the rights of 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals in the workplace

Audience:

Proud and Community Partners
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Professionals
Human Resource Professionals

Presenters:
Iyol Martínez (they/them), Leadership Programs Coordinator, Pride at Work Canada
Iyol Martínez is a migrant settler originally from the Anauak valley, and currently lives and works from the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations. They hold a Dual Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology with a minor in Gender, Race, Sexuality and Social Justice from Sciences-Po Paris and the University of British Columbia (UBC). Iyol has experience working in the non-profit sector, as a Research Assistant for the Human Rights Commission of Mexico City, and as a Program Coordinator at YouthCO HIV and Hep C Society, where they conducted peer-led education, as well as developed and implemented comprehensive community-health-leadership programming for queer and trans youth. Iyol is passionate about community-building, project coordination and working towards equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and beyond. In their spare time, they can be found painting their nails and talking with their loved ones.

Quinn Blue (he/him, they/them), Programming & Engagement Coordinator, Pride at Work Canada
Quinn has over a decade of experience in 2SLGBTQIA+ education and programming. Quinn worked extensively in the field of Student life, having held equity and inclusion-focused roles at the University of Ottawa, and most recently spending 6 years at the Algonquin Students’ Association, where they were the Wellness and Equity Centre Coordinator. His formal education is in Women and Gender Studies and in Teaching Adult Learners. Quinn is passionate about change-making and learning.

Accessibility:

Spoken language: English
Live Captioning: English, automatic French translation provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Format: Virtual (on Zoom)
Engagement type: participants invited to share using chat
Slidedeck available before the session for those with access needs.
Please register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca.

Registration for this event has closed.
This 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 info@prideatwork.ca.

Montreal ProPride
2023-08-02 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | Sid Lee Montreal, 12102-1 Place Ville Marie, Montreal, QC, H3B 3Y1
Wednesday, August 2, 2023, from 5:30 PM to 8 PM EDT – This in-person event is free and open to all who wish to register.

Lead Sponsor

Host Sponsor

Sponsor

Join Pride at Work Canada in a night of networking and connection for those who are passionate about advancing 2SLGBTQIA+ rights and creating a more inclusive work environment. The evening’s festivities will provide an opportunity for attendees to meet like-minded individuals, share their experiences, and learn from one another. Bringing together professionals, community members, and job seekers from a diversity of industries and backgrounds. During the networking event, attendees will be able to connect and engage in conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Location:
Sid Lee Montreal – 12102-1 Place Ville Marie, Montreal, Quebec
Schedule:

5:30 pm – Doors open
6:30 pm – Remarks
8:00 pm – End of event

Audience:

2SLGBTQIA+ professionals
2SLGBTQIA+ community members
2SLGBTQIA+ job seekers
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion professionals

REMARKS

Salwa Salek (she/her)
Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer
Desjardins

Katia Aubin (she/her)
Vice President, Global Communication and Brand
Sid Lee

Mathieu Johnson (he/him)
Ambassador for the LGBTQ+ community & Acting Vice-President, Strategy and Development
Hydro-Québec

Florence Gagnon (she/her)
Creative Development Executive
Pride at Work Canada

SPECIAL GUESTS
Come and meet 15 personalities from our communities including:

Mona Belleau (she/her)
Inuk Activist

Barbada
Drag Queen

Accessibility:

Spoken language: French
Format: in-person event
Please register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca

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+ inclusion. Join us for access to the most relevant topics and current research, as we celebrate progress in 2SLGBTQIA+ leadership and inclusion and create a better, more inclusive future for all.
For in-person access, please register here (limited capacity).
This in-person event is free and open to all who wish to register. If you would like to register after the deadline, please send an email to info@prideatwork.ca.

St. John's ProPride
2023-07-20 17:00 - 20:00 (America/St_Johns) | St. John’s Convention Centre, 50 New Gower Street, St. John’s, NL, A1A 2A1, Canada
Thursday, July 20, 2023, from 5 PM to 8 PM NDT (3:30 to 6:30 PM EDT) – This hybrid event is free and open to all who wish to register.

Sponsor

Panel Discussion & Networking: 2SLGBTQIA+ Leadership in Action
Join Pride at Work Canada in a night of networking and connection for those who are passionate about advancing 2SLGBTQIA+ rights and creating a more inclusive work environment. The evening’s festivities will provide an opportunity for attendees to meet like-minded individuals, share their experiences, and learn from one another. Bringing together professionals, community members, and job seekers from a diversity of industries and backgrounds.
The event will include a panel discussion and lively networking reception. The panel will focus on the importance of leadership in 2SLGBTQIA+ communities influenced by the groundbreaking research Lead with Pride: Best Practices for Advancing 2SLGBTQIA+ Leadership. Come celebrate and make a new connection.
Learning Objectives:

Tools to support 2SLGBTQIA+ leadership
How to promote and retain 2SLGBTQIA+ talent
Strategies for 2SLGBTQIA+ leaders

Audience:

2SLGBTQIA+ Professionals & job seekers
2SLGBTQIA+ community members
HR and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion professionals

Location:
St. John’s Convention Centre – 50 New Gower Street, St. John’s NL A1A 2A1
Schedule:

5 pm – Event & Registration Open
5:30 pm – Opening Remarks & Panel Discussion
7 pm – Performance: Irma Gerd
7:10 pm – Networking reception
8:00 pm – End of event

SPEAKERS

Chris Forward (he/him)
General Manager
Harvey’s Oil & Harvey’s Home Heating
[Panelist]

Gemma Hickey (they/them)
Author, activist, and Executive Director
Artforce
[Panelist]

Nikki Baldwin (they/she)
Executive Director
Planned Parenthood Newfoundland and Labrador
[Panelist]

Irma Gerd (they/them)
Canada’s Drag Race S3 & the BEAST from the East Coast of Canada
[Remarks & Performance]

Jade Pichette (they/them)
Director of Programs
Pride at Work Canada
[Moderator]

Mathieu Young (he/him, they/them)
Virtual Programs Coordinator
Pride at Work Canada
[Emcee]

Accessibility:

Spoken language: English
Live interpretation: Available upon request
Closed captioning: English
Format: hybrid, in-person event with livestream of the panel discussion
Please register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca

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+ inclusion. Join us for access to the most relevant topics and current research, as we celebrate progress in 2SLGBTQIA+ leadership and inclusion and create a better, more inclusive future for all.
For in-person access, please register here (limited capacity).
For on-line access, please register below:
Registration for this event has closed.
This hybrid event is free and open to all who wish to register. If you would like to register after the deadline, please send an email to info@prideatwork.ca.

Virtual Roundtable: Strategizing Against Rising Hate [Partner only - EN]
2023-07-19 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Wednesday, July 19, 2023, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners.
Live Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Join Pride at Work Canada for a conversation on strategizing together against rising hate. Over the past year, there has been a rise in anti-2SLGBTQIA+ protests, attacks, and political movements. Drag events are being targeted, anti-trans policies and laws are getting proposed or enacted, and trans people are facing significant backlash. You and your organizations all have a role to play, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and supporters have a long history of making the world better.
Community Sponsorship

Learning Objectives:

Share experiences and strategies to work against rising hate
Build your networks towards more resilient communities
Define the role you and your organization play in strategizing against rising hate

Audience:

Community Partner staff and board
Employee resource group members
2SLGBTQIA+ leaders

Facilitator:
Fae Johnstone (she/her, they/them), Executive Director, Wisdom2Action, and President, Momentum
Fae is the Executive Director of Wisdom2Action, a 2SLGBTQIA+-owned and operated consulting firm, and President of the Society of Queer Momentum – a 2SLGBTQIA+ advocacy nonprofit.
She is a leading voice on 2SLGBTQIA+ issues in Canada, a prominent advocate for queer and trans rights, a recurring voice in Canadian news on 2SLGBTQIA+ issues. Over the past ten years, she has trained thousands of people and hundreds of workplaces on 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion. She’s also on a chocolate bar.

Quinn Blue (he/him, they/them), Program and Engagement Coordinator, Pride at Work Canada
Quinn Blue has over a decade of experience in 2SLGBTQ+ education and programming. Quinn worked extensively in the field of Student life, having held equity and inclusion-focused roles at the University of Ottawa, and most recently spending 6 years at the Algonquin Students’ Association, where they were the Wellness and Equity Centre Coordinator. His formal education is in Women and Gender Studies and in Teaching Adult Learners. Quinn is passionate about change-making and learning.

Accessibility:

Spoken language: English
Live Captioning: English, automatic French translation
Format: Virtual (on Zoom with use of additional tools like Slido)
Engagement type: participants invited to share using video, audio and/or chat
Please register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca.

Limited spots available.
Registration for this event has closed.
This 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 info@prideatwork.ca.

Workshop: Celebrating non-binary identity through inclusion, pronouns and inclusive language [Partner-only - FR]
2023-07-12 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
(Please notice that this event will be offered in French.)
Wednesday, July 12, 2023, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners.
Live Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Join us in celebrating International Non-Binary Day with a workshop focused on non-binary inclusion, gender-neutral pronouns, and legal recognition of their identity.
This webinar is open to anyone interested in learning more about the history of non-binary inclusion, gender-neutral pronouns, and legal recognition of their identity.
Don’t miss this opportunity to participate in an informative and engaging discussion about non-binary inclusion, gender-neutral pronouns, and legal recognition of their identity.
Learning Objective:

Explore the history of non-binary inclusion, their challenges and progress
Learn more on the inclusive use of a traditionally-gendered language
Discuss the legal recognition of non-binary identity and the progress made in this area

We will share information about the different laws and policies that exist in different countries and jurisdictions, as well as the challenges that non-binary people still face in gaining legal recognition of their identity.
Audience:

Proud and community partners
Diversity, equity and inclusion professionals
Human resources professionals
Activists and allies of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community

Presenter:
Mathieu Young (he/him, they/them), Virtual Programs Coordinator, Pride at Work Canada
Mathieu 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 immigrants of color. 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. Their proficiency in French, Spanish and in English, combined with their expertise in various administrative programs, make them a versatile and valuable asset.
Accessibility:

Spoken language: French
Live Captioning: French, automatic English translation provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Format: Virtual (on Zoom with use of additional tools like Slido)
Engagement Type: participants invited to share using chat
Slidedeck available before the session for those with access needs
Please register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca

Registration for this event has closed.
This 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 info@prideatwork.ca.

Victoria ProPride
2023-06-27 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Parkside Hotel & Spa, 810 Humboldt St, Victoria, BC, V8V 5B1, Canada
Tuesday, June 27, 2023, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM PDT (8:30 to 11:30 PM EDT) – This hybrid event is free and open to all who wish to register.

Host Sponsor
Panel Discussion & Networking: Migrant Leadership and Innovation
Innovation is built through having a diversity of experiences. In celebration of Multiculturalism Day and Victoria Pride, join Pride at Work Canada for an evening of learning with LGBTQIA+ migrant leaders, as well as networking and connecting with diversity, equity, and inclusion leaders, and 2SLGBTQIA+ professionals and job seekers in Victoria. The evening’s festivities will include a panel discussion on how to support intersectional 2SLGBTQIA+ leadership, particularly migrant leaders, followed by a lively networking reception.
“At The Parkside Hotel & Spa, we strive to create a respectful, inclusive and diverse group of team members.
We welcome everyone and work to create an environment that represents all ages, genders, sexual orientations,
nationalities, disabilities, cultures, income, sociocultural backgrounds, and ethnicities. Everyone deserves
a workplace where they can feel safe to be their true selves, because that is what creates a successful,
strong team atmosphere.”Trina White, General Manager at The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Learning Objectives:

Barriers for 2SLGBTQIA+ migrant employees and job seekers in advancing to leadership
How to build space for 2SLGBTQIA+ leaders from migrant and racialized communities
Best practices to support 2SLGBTQIA+ employees and job seekers

Audience:

2SLGBTQIA+ migrant individuals, professionals and job seekers
2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, professionals, job seekers, and community organizations
Employee Resource Group members
HR & DEI professionals

Host Sponsor & Location:
The Parkside Hotel & Spa – 810 Humboldt St, Victoria, BC V8V 5B1
For in-person attendees, free underground hotel parking until 6 PM – guests are NOT required to check into the Guest Services desk to have the parking gate opened.
SPEAKERS

Marianne Alto (she/her)
Victoria Mayor
[Remarks]

Randall Garrison (he/him)
MP – NDP’s Critic for Justice, 2SLGBTQI+ Rights, and Deputy Critic for National Defence
[Remarks]

Trina White (she/her)
General Manager
The Parkside Hotel
[Remarks]

Jove Nazatul (they/them)
Writer, filmmaker & artist, and Regional Representative
BC Centre for Women in the Trades
[Panelist]

Sergio Lopez Ramos (he/him)
Strategic Human Resources Administrator
Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction – BC Gov.
[Panelist]

Hanna Haddad (he/him)
Business Development Coordinator
Pride at Work Canada
[Panelist]

Iyol Martínez (they/them)
Leadership Programs Coordinator
Pride at Work Canada
[Moderator]

Accessibility:

Spoken language: English
Live interpretation: Available upon request
Closed captioning: English
Format: hybrid, in-person event with livestream of the panel discussion
Please register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca

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+ inclusion. Join us for access to the most relevant topics and current research, as we celebrate progress in 2SLGBTQIA+ leadership and inclusion and create a better, more inclusive future for all.
For in-person access, please register here (limited capacity).
For on-line access, please register below:
Registration for this event has closed.
This hybrid event is free and open to all who wish to register. If you would like to register after the deadline, please send an email to info@prideatwork.ca.

Toronto ProPride
2023-06-19 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | BDC – Toronto, 81 Bay St. 37th Floor, Toronto, ON, M5J 0E7, Canada
Monday, June 19, 2023, from 5 pm to 8 pm EDT – This in-person event is free and open to all who wish to register.

SponsorPartner

Join Pride at Work Canada in a night of networking and connection for those who are passionate about advancing 2SLGBTQIA+ rights and creating a more inclusive work environment. The evening’s festivities will provide an opportunity for attendees to meet like-minded individuals, share their experiences, and learn from one another. Bringing together professionals, community members, and job seekers from a diversity of industries and backgrounds.
During the networking event, attendees will be able to connect and engage in conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage attendees to expand their network and build new relationships in an open and welcoming space. Thanks to our host sponsor BDC, attendees will come away with new connections, have the opportunity to share experiences, and make meaningful connections with other like-minded individuals.
Host Sponsor and Location
BDC – Toronto
81 Bay St. 37th Floor, Toronto, ON M5J 0E7
Audience:

2SLGBTQIA+ Professionals & job seekers
2SLGBTQIA+ community members
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion professionals

SPEAKERS

Laureen (Blu) Waters: Istchii Nikamoon (they/them)
Earth Song, Wolf clan
Cree/Metis/Micmac, Blu is a member of the Metis Nation of Ontario
[OPENING REMARKS]

Colin Druhan (he/him)
Executive Director
Pride at Work Canada
[OPENING REMARKS]

Sandra Odendahl (she/her)
Senior Vice President and Head, Sustainability and Diversity
BDC
[OPENING REMARKS]

Sandeep Nair (he/him, they/them)
Manager of Business Development
Pride at Work Canada
[EMCEE]

Accessibility:

Spoken language: English
Format: In-person networking event
Venue accessibility: CIBC Square Accessibility & Directions
Please register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca

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+ inclusion. Join us for access to the most relevant topics and current research, as we celebrate progress in 2SLGBTQIA+ leadership and inclusion and create a better, more inclusive future for all.
For in-person access, please register here (limited capacity).
This in-person event is free and open to all who wish to register. If you would like to register after the deadline, please send an email to info@prideatwork.ca.

Webinar: Advancing Two-Spirit and Indigenous Inclusion in the Workplace [Partner-only - EN]
2023-06-14 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Wednesday, June 14, 2023, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners.
Live Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
In honour of National Indigenous People’s History Month, join us for a discussion focused on promoting the inclusion of Two-Spirit and LGBTQIA+ Indigenous employees in the workplace. Our expert presenter will provide valuable insights into the experiences of Two-Spirit and Indigenous LGBQTIA+ employees and jobseekers in accessing and retaining affirming employment, and share best practices for hiring and retaining 2SLGBTQIA+ Indigenous talent. Through this webinar, you will gain the knowledge and tools needed to create a more inclusive and respectful workplace culture for 2SLGBTIQA+ Indigenous employees.
Pride at Work Canada is proud to have the support of IGM Financial for this online event.“IGM’s Indigenous & 2SLGBTQIA+ BRGs have highlighted the powerful intersection of queer and Indigenous identities through their joint internal education and awareness efforts. Our support of this external event brings further awareness to the unique experiences of the two-spirit identity, and the important role queer Indigenous advocacy has played in the 2SLGBTQIA+ movement.”
Kimberley Messer (she/her), VP, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Learning Objectives:

Gain a deeper understanding of the experiences of Two-Spirit and Indigenous LGBQTIA+ employees and jobseekers in accessing and retaining affirming employment
Learn practical strategies for creating a welcoming and supportive workplace culture that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusivity for Indigenous employees
Explore the impact of historical and systemic barriers on queer Indigenous peoples in the workplace and how to address and overcome these challenges

Audience:

All Employees
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Professionals
Human Resource Professionals

Accessibility:

Spoken language: English
Live Captioning: English, automatic French translation provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Format: Virtual (on Zoom with use of additional tools like Slido)
Engagement Type: participants invited to share using chat
Slidedeck available before the session for those with access needs
Please register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca

Presenter:
Tyler J Sloane (they/them), Multi-Disciplinary Artist, Performer, & Producer
Tyler J Sloane is a multi-disciplinary artist with a background in community engagement and queer activist facilitation in the workplace. Their artistic leadership has led them to guide rooms and art practices, as well as mentoring folks through their own art creation. In performance arts, this has surfaced primarily through their queer-based performance-act program ‘It’s All Queer Pride’, which has held 33 participants with 25 guest facilitators within 4 cycles. Tyler’s lead workshops in; Communal Mural Art Creation, Art’s Professionalism, and Somatic & Mask Performance. Through this leadership journey, they’ve been mentored on the importance of queer and Indigenous history, which has risen in their DEI work where they’ve trained over 30+ organizations on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the workplace with a focus on Indigenous 2-Spirit artists, queer history, and Trans-affirmation. Much of their work in the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion sector was with the esteemed organization Elevate Equity, where they trained organizations in the sectors of; Cannabis, Black Youth-Leadership, Artpreneurship, and Sexual assault centres. With the majority of that number inclusive under the leadership of the Ontario Coalition for Rape Crisis Centres. Prior to this they held a role as Youth Facilitator alongside queer activist and legend leZlie Lee Kam in Buddies in Bad Time’s intergenerational community series the Youth/Elder’s project from 2020 to 2022, the project existing as both community conversation and a podcast series, while being a participant in the theatrical production of the project in 2017. Along with all this work they continue to support Indigenous community members through guest speaking with the organization Indigenous Friends.

Registration for this event has closed.
This 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 info@prideatwork.ca.

Winnipeg ProPride
2023-06-01 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Winnipeg) | Canadian Museum for Human Rights, 85 Israel Asper Way, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 0L5, Canada
Thursday, June 1, 2023, from 6 pm to 8:30 pm CDT (from 7 pm to 9:30 pm EDT) – This in-person event is free and open to all who wish to register.

Sponsors

Join Pride at Work Canada in a night of networking and connection for those who are passionate about advancing 2SLGBTQIA+ rights and creating a more inclusive work environment. Sponsored by the Canadian Museum of Human Rights, the open and welcoming space will provide a unique opportunity for attendees to expand their networks and make meaningful connections with other like-minded individuals who are dedicated to creating more inclusive and equitable workplaces for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
Event Objectives:

Connect with professionals, community members, and job seekers from a diversity of industries and backgrounds.
Engage in meaningful conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Leave with new connections, ideas, and perspectives.

Audience:

2SLGBTQIA+ Professionals & job seekers
2SLGBTQIA+ community members
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion professionals

Agenda:

6:00 PM – Welcoming Guests at the Garden of Contemplation for Main Networking Reception
6:10 PM – Welcome Remarks by Colin Druhan (he/him), Executive Director, Pride at Work Canada (he/him)
7:00 PM – Networking Activity
8:00 PM – Closing Session by Albert McLeod (he/him, she/her)

Host Sponsor & Location:
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights
85 Israel Asper Way, Winnipeg, MB R3C 0L5.
SPEAKERS

Albert McLeod (he/him, she/her)
2Spirit Advocate, Human Rights Activist & Indigenous Cultural Facilitator
[OPENING REMARKS]

Colin Druhan (he/him)
Executive Director
Pride at Work Canada
[OPENING REMARKS]

Isha Khan (she/her)
Chief Executive Officer
Canadian Museum for Human Rights
[OPENING REMARKS]

Accessibility:

Spoken language: English
Format: In-person networking event
Venue accessibility: Canadian Museum of Human Rights Accessibility
Please register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca

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+ inclusion. Join us for access to the most relevant topics and current research, as we celebrate progress in 2SLGBTQIA+ leadership and inclusion and create a better, more inclusive future for all.
For in-person access, please register here (limited capacity).
This in-person event is free and open to all who wish to register. If you would like to register after the deadline, please send an email to info@prideatwork.ca.

Webinar: Testing Hiring Discrimination in Canada’s Blue-Collar Industry [Partners only - EN]
2023-05-24 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Wednesday, May 24, 2023, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners.
Live Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Research suggests that openly queer blue-collar workers are among the most marginalized in the labour market. To understand the role of anti-queer hiring discrimination in Canada’s blue-collar sector, economist Dr. Maryam Dilmaghani (Saint Mary’s University) and queer health scholar Dr. Margaret Robinson (Dalhousie University) conducted an experiment. Creating four fictitious job candidates with welding skills, they applied for 2000 entry-level jobs across Canada. Dr. Robinson will discuss their experiment, explain the findings, and consider what those results tell us about hiring discrimination in blue-collar Canada.
Learning Objectives:

Examine the nuances of anti-queer hiring discrimination in the sector
Explore the concept of orientation-related occupational segregation
Review the results of the study

Audience:

Proud Partners within the Blue-Collar Industry
Human Resource professionals
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Professionals

Accessibility:

We will have an automated captioning translation in French
Live Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Slidedeck available before the session for those with access needs.
Please register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca

Presenter:
Margaret Robinson (she/her), PhD, Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Reconciliation, Gender, & Identity, Coordinator, Indigenous Studies, & Associate Professor at Dalhousie University

Margaret Robinson, PhD, is a two-spirit Mi’kmaw scholar and member of Lennox Island First Nation. Margaret works as an Associate Professor at Dalhousie University, where she holds the Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Reconciliation, Gender, and Identity. Her research examines how issues such as poverty, discrimination, and microaggressions affect sexual and gender minority people, and how culture supports wellness.

Registration for this event has closed.
This 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 info@prideatwork.ca.

Virtual ProPride: Lead with Pride [EN]
2023-05-17 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Toronto)
Wednesday, May 17, 2023, from 12 PM to 1:30 PM EDT – This online event is free and open to all who wish to register.
Live Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Over the past year, Pride at Work Canada’s research team has examined how existing social barriers in the workplace limit the advancement of 2SLGBTQIA+ employees into senior leadership positions. Join us in anticipation of the upcoming launch of this groundbreaking research titled, Lead with Pride: Best Practices for Advancing 2SLGBTQIA+ Leadership. Our research team will be joined by 2SLGBTQIA+ leaders to explore how the research findings, tools and recommendations can be applied to support the leadership development and advancement of Two-Spirit, queer and trans employees in sectors across Canada.
Learning Objectives:

Tools to support 2SLGBTQIA+ leadership
How to promote and retain 2SLGBTQIA+ talent
Strategies for 2SLGBTQIA+ leaders

Audience:

Human Resources & DEI professionals
C-suite & senior leaders
Talent Acquisition
Two-Spirit, queer, & trans leaders

SPEAKERS

Saylesh Wesley (she/her)
Two-Spirit Educator, Knowledge Keeper, & Indigenous Enhancement Teacher
Chilliwack School District
[Opening-Closing Remarks & Panelist]

Misha Goforth (she/her)
Project Manager, Research
Pride at Work Canada
[Opening Remarks & Moderator]

Anna-Liza Badaloo (she/her)
Journalist, Facilitator, and Non-Profit Consultant
[Emcee]

Bradley Sensabaugh (he/him)
Senior Leader and DEI Practitioner
[Panelist]

Debbie Owusu-Akyeeah (she/her)
Executive Director
The Canadian Centre for Gender & Sexual Diversity
[Panelist]

Jack Saddleback (he/him)
Director of Programs
Justice Trans
[Panelist]

Accessibility:

Spoken language: English
Live interpretation: English to French
Closed captioning: English and French
Format: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)
Engagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)
Please register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca

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+ inclusion. Join us for access to the most relevant topics and current research, as we celebrate progress in 2SLGBTQIA+ leadership and inclusion and create a better, more inclusive future for all.
Registration for this event has closed.
This online event is free and open to all who wish to register. If you would like to register after the deadline, please send an email to info@prideatwork.ca.

Equal Futures 2023: A Gender Equality Summit [ProPride - Whitehorse]
2023-05-17 08:00 - 2023-05-18 14:30 (America/Whitehorse)
Wednesday, May 17, 2023, from 8 AM to 7 PM MDT (10 AM to 9 PM EDT) & Thursday, May 18, 2023, from 8 AM to 2:30 PM MDT (10 AM to 4:30 PM EDT) – this hybrid event is affiliated with our 2023-24 ProPride series.
Pride at Work Canada is proud to support the second Equal Futures Summit which builds off of the success of our first-ever gender equality summit in June 2022 where over 200 champions for gender equality from communities across Canada gathered in Ottawa.
The summit will provide an in-person forum for the gender equality movement in Canada to come together, in all its diversity, to strengthen capacity, share expertise, and shape a path towards a fairer and more equitable Canada. The summit will also be webcast in English and French for those who are unable to attend in-person and ensure access to all.
Equal Futures 2023 is taking place on the traditional territories of Kwanlin Dün First Nation and Ta’an Kwäch’än Council.
Equal Futures 2023: A Gender Equality Summit is supported by Women and Gender Equality Canada.
For more information and registration, visit Equal Futures Summit page.
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+ inclusion. Join us for access to the most relevant topics and current research, as we celebrate progress in 2SLGBTQIA+ leadership and inclusion and create a better, more inclusive future for all.

Workshop: Building Belonging in Hiring Processes [Partners only - EN]
2023-04-19 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Wednesday, April 19, 2023, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners.
Live Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Building the best staff team starts from the beginning. Do your job postings demonstrate inclusivity? Are your interviews accessible? The first interaction employees and job-seekers have with a workplace is the hiring and recruitment process. Using Pride at Work Canada’s journey to more inclusive hiring practices with a focus on accessibility and anti-racism, presenters will share strategies to build in belonging from the start.
Learning Objectives:

Understand potential barriers to inclusion in the hiring process
Strategies to build belonging for job-seekers and future employees
Best practices in recruitment and hiring

Audience:

Human Resource professionals
Community Partner Staff and Board
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion professionals

Accessibility:

We will have an automated captioning translation in French
Live Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Slidedeck available before the session for those with access needs.
Please register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca.

Presenters:
Jade Pichette (they/them), Director of Programs, Pride at Work Canada
Jade Pichette is an inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA!) professional based in Tkarón:to/Toronto. Currently, Jade serves as the Director of Programs at Pride at Work Canada, where they work with over 250 large employers across Canada around gender expression, gender identity, and sexual orientation inclusion. Previously, Jade served as the Volunteer and Community Outreach Coordinator at the ArQuives, the Education Programs Coordinator at Kind Space, and an independent inclusion consultant. They are an Ásatrú Gythia (priestess) and interfaith advocate who was the first trans-feminine person to present at the Parliament of World Religions in 2018. Jade was one of the authors of Transitioning Employers: A survey of policies and practices for trans inclusive workplaces and is the cohost of the Uncovering Belonging Podcast. Jade has been named one of Future of Good’s 2022 Young Impact Leaders, Toronto Metropolitan University’s 2021 Pride Champions, and is a judge for the Canadian HR Awards. In their spare time they can be found geeking out over queer, trans, and Norse histories, firekeeping, and spending time with their chosen family.

Londzo Drury (she/her), Manager of Workplace & Culture, Pride at Work Canada
Londzo Drury is a multi-disciplinary artist, facilitator, and non-profit operations specialist. With roots in spoken word poetry and grassroots activism, Londzo harnesses the power of creativity and compassion to foster equitable and fulfilling workplace environments as Pride at Work Canada’s first ever Manager of Workplace & Culture. Prior to her role at Pride at Work Canada, Londzo studied Sociology at Glendon College, York University’s bilingual campus, while writing for and editing the Issues & Ideas/Les Idées & Enjeux section of Glendon’s bilingual newspaper, Pro Tem. She later went on to hold the position of Director of People & Operations at CANVAS Arts Action Programs, a non-profit dedicated to combatting sexual violence, homophobia and transphobia. In 2017 she wrote and composed the 2SLGBTQ+ advocacy video, “Why We Need LGBTQ* Education”, which helped raise over $30,000 to provide 2SLGBTQ+ inclusion workshops to students in the Peel District School Board. Outside of work, Londzo has competed in poetry slam internationally, including the Ontario International Poetry Slam and Women of the World Poetry Slam. Today, she is the proud mother to two cats, Mikey and Spinelli, and is enjoying attempting to grow a garden for the first time.
Registration for this event has closed.
This 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 info@prideatwork.ca.

Webinar: Disability Justice for 2SLGBTQIA+ Employees [Partners only - EN]
2023-04-12 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Wednesday, April 12, 2023, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners.
Live Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
When 2SLGBTQIA+ communities replicate the power dynamics that we try to eradicate in our world and impose them on our queer, disabled, racialized bodies and minds, how do we move from toxic ableism to disability justice? This webinar will explore anti-oppression and ableism, from disability rights to disability justice as a way to fully support disabled colleagues and employees by identifying power dynamics and taking action today while mirroring what has happened in queer and trans communities in the past.
“We resist ableism dividing us. I resist my disability being pitted against your disability. We will not be divided.”
Mia Mingus
Learning Objectives:

Introduction to and examples of toxic ableism and disability justice
Strategies for supporting disabled colleagues and employees
Integrating teachings from queer and trans history into our actions

Audience:

Human Resource professionals
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion professionals
Disabled employees and jobseekers

Accessibility:

We will have an automated captioning translation in French
Live Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Slidedeck available before the session for those with access needs.
Please register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca

Presenters:
Karine-Myrgianie Jean-François (she/her), Manager, Local Development, City of Montréal’s Service of Social Diversity and Inclusion
Legally trained advocate for social justice and human rights, Karine-Myrgianie Jean-François worked in the community sector in feminist organizations for over 10 years including the Disabled Women’s Network of Canada before joining the City of Montréal as a Gender-based Analysis Plus (GBA+) Planning Advisor. Born, raised and still living in Tiohtià:ke (colonially known as Montréal), this Black queer woman supports minoritized communities in their liberation. She is currently working as a Manager, Local development at the City of Montréal’s Service of Social Diversity and Inclusion. As an eternal optimist, she believes in the power of communities and knows that we as folks that are always put at the margins have the power to change our world!

Registration for this event has closed.
This 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 info@prideatwork.ca.

Calgary Panel and Reception: Uncovering at Work [hybrid - EN]
2023-04-06 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Edmonton) | Norton Rose Fulbright – Calgary, 400 3 Ave SW, Suite 3700, Calgary, AB, T2P 4H2, Canada
Thursday, April 6, 2023, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM MDT (from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM EDT) – this event is free and open to anyone who would like to participate.
Presented with Norton Rose Fulbright
How much of yourself do you feel like you can bring to work? This is a question many 2SLGBTQIA+ professionals and job seekers ask of themselves. Join Pride at Work Canada for an evening of networking and connecting with diversity, equity, and inclusion leaders, 2SLGBTQIA+ professionals and job seekers in Calgary at Norton Rose Fulbright. The evening’s festivities will include a panel discussion on the challenges around ‘uncovering’ at work followed by a lively networking reception.

Registration: 5:30 PM – 6 PM MDT
Presentation: 6 PM – 7:30 PM MDT (livestream – 8 PM – 9:30 PM EDT)
Reception: 7:30pm – 8:30 PM
Location:
Norton Rose Fulbright
400 3 Ave SW, Suite 3700 – Calgary, AB

The event will include a livestream option. When registering please indicate if you intend to come in person as there will be a limited number of in-person availability.
Learning Objectives:

What uncovering means in workplaces
Experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ employees and job seekers that lead to covering
Best practices to support employees and job seekers being able to uncover

Audience:

2SLGBTQIA+ professionals and job seekers
Employee Resource Group members
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion professionals

COVID-19:
All existing provincial and local regulations will be followed, including mandates that may require individuals to wear a mask (In Person)
Accessibility:

Norton Rose Fulbright’s Calgary Office – Accessibility (In Person)
We will have an automated captioning translation in French
Live captioning provided by 3Play Canada (Virtual)
If you have any additional accessibility requests please email info@prideatwork.ca with requests by March 24, 2023.

SPEAKERS

Dividing Thunder/Talenny Rose Heavy Head
[Remarks]

Jade Pichette (they/them)
Director of Programs
Pride at Work Canada
[Moderator]

Jay Brewster (he/him)
Program Manager, Diversity, Inclusion, & Belonging
Shaw Communications
[Emcee]

Sable Sipatsimo (she/her)
Director, Indigenous Engagement & Reconciliation
Calgary Arts Development
[Panelist]

Gregory John (he/him)
President
Four Peaks Business Development
[Panelist]

Brit Nickerson (she/they)
Manager of Communications
Calgary Pride
[Panelist]

For in-person access, please register here (limited capacity).
For on-line access, please register below:
Registration for this event has closed.
This event is free and open to anyone who would like to participate. If you would like to register after the deadline, please send an email to info@prideatwork.ca.

Matrices: Trans, Non-Binary & Agender Digital Connect [EN]
2023-03-28 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Toronto)
Tuesday, March 28, 2023, from 12 pm to 1:30 pm EDT – this is a free networking event for trans, non-binary and agender people.

Pride at Work Canada is proud to present the sixth installment of Matrices: Trans, Non-Binary & Agender Digital Connect, a free networking event for trans, non-binary, and agender professionals and jobseekers! We will bring trans, non-binary, and agender professionals from across Canada.
Our guest speaker, Pri Bertucci (they/them), will deliver brief remarks exploring the history of Portuguese neutral language and pronouns, as well as some of the content of the Neutral and Inclusive Language Dossier (officially launched in Portugal in October 2021 in partnership with: Out & Equal and the UN Global Compact).
Attendees will then enter 1-1 speed networking rounds to discuss our speaker’s story, our session theme, and to meet other professionals and jobseekers. After the 1-1 speed networking rounds, we’ll come back as a group and close the session.
Please note that our event will be fully taking place on the Gatheround networking platform. Once registered, we will send attendees a link to the event and if you haven’t previously used Gatheround, you’ll need to create an account and sign in. Creating an account with Gatheround is as simple as confirming an email and attendees will be sent detailed instructions on how to join the event!
Help us make Matrices a safer event! All attendees will be provided with a set of community guidelines for this event that they will be expected to read and abide by. Pride at Work Canada staff will be present in the main room at all times and volunteer facilitators will be rotating within some of the 1-1 speed networking rounds. Creating a welcoming space is a communal effort, we look forward to building a braver space based in communicating with compassion.
Captioning: At this event there will be live captioning in English, and live translation in French only available upon request two weeks previous to the event.
Guest speaker:
Pri Bertucci (they/them), Specialist in diversity and CEO at [DIVERSITY BBOX]

Social artist, educator, and researcher in the field of diversity.
Non-white, non-cis, non-binary/gender queer person.
CEO of [DIVERSITY BBOX] and founder of the [SSEX BBOX] Institute.
Co-creator of the first gender-neutral pronoun in Portuguese (ILE/DILE) and one of the greatest precursors of the acronym LGBTQIAP+ in Brazil.
Author of the Neutral and Inclusive Language Dossier.
Founder and executive producer of the Trans Pride March from Sao Paulo.

Why is this event taking place?
While many events and networks are inclusive of trans, non-binary and agender people there are questions and discussions unique to these community members and their experiences. Pride at Work Canada seeks to create space for professional and job-seeking trans, non-binary and agender people to find support from and make connections with one another. We hope to be responsive to the needs and suggestions expressed by our attendees as this feedback helps to shape future events.
Who should attend?
The purpose of this event is to provide space for folks who identify as trans, non-binary and agender. There is no desire to monitor anyone’s gender or create barriers to entry. If you come to this event you will be welcome. While the support of people who identify as allies to trans people and communities is always appreciated please remember that the best support sometimes comes in the form of leaving space for people to connect around their shared identities and lived experiences.
Who can answer my questions about the event?
Please direct questions about this event to Iyol Martinez (they/them), Leadership Programs Coordinator at iyol.martinez@prideatwork.ca. You may also contact info@prideatwork.ca with questions about any Pride at Work Canada events and activities.
Accessibility

We will have an automated captioning translation in French
Captioning provided by 3 Play Media Canada
If you have any accessibility requests please email iyol.martinez@prideatwork.ca with requests by March 14, 2023

Limited number of participants in this free networking event for trans, non-binary and agender people.
Registration for this event has closed.

Focus Group: Episodic Disabilities and the Workplace
2023-03-23 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Thursday, March 23, 2023, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT – this event is open to anyone living with episodic disabilities and who would like to participate in this focus group.
Realize and Pride at Work Canada are working together to expand our collective knowledge of issues that directly impact the employment journey of members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities living with episodic disabilities in Canadian workplaces.
We welcome 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals with episodic disabilities to join us for a paid focus group where we will share our experiences, identify barriers to employment and accommodations, and explore the resources and supports required to access employment when and how we need it.
Focus Group Objectives:

Create and maintain a welcoming and affirming space for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals living with episodic disabilities to share our experiences.
Centre lived experiences to inform and increase the capacity of employers on leading practices in accommodating employees living with episodic disabilities.

Audience:

2SLGBTQIA+ employees or job seekers living with episodic disabilities across Canada

Accessibility:

Spoken language: English
Live captioning: English
Format: Virtual; on Zoom with use of additional tools like Jamboard or Slido and discussion in smaller breakout rooms
Engagement type: participants invited to share using video, audio and/or chat
Please register below additional accessibility requests including French language engagement. Any questions may be sent to info@prideatwork.ca

Facilitators:

Misha Goforth (she/her)
Project Manager, Research
Pride at Work Canada

Quinn Blue (he/him, they/them)
Programming & Engagement Coordinator
Pride at Work Canada

Jade Pichette (they/them)
Director of Programs
Pride at Work Canada

Connor Pion (he/him, they/them)
Learning & Development Specialist
Pride at Work Canada

Limited spots.
Registration for this event has closed.
This event is this event is open to anyone who would like to participate in this episodic disabilities focus group. If you would like to register after the deadline, please send an email to info@prideatwork.ca.

Webinar: Passing the test - Offering safe and welcoming job opportunities [Partners only - FR]
2023-03-22 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
(Please notice that this event will be offered in French.)
Wednesday, March 22, 2023, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners.
Live Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Ensuring that a work environment is safe and inclusive for 2SLGBTQI+ people starts much before the hiring of a sexual or gender diverse individual. Systems need to be implemented, numerous conversations need to occur, and questions need to be addressed to set up a 2SLGBTQI+ employee for success.
In this webinar, Zakary-Georges Gagné (she/they), Francophone Engagement Coordinator at the Enchanté Network, will share some of her experiences in looking for employment as a non-binary, transfeminine, and Cree person, as well as her professional experiences in strengthening HR practices and decolonized, anti-racist, accessible, and inclusive work spaces.
From job postings to interviews, benefits packages, on-going training, internal culture and policies, participants will be able to learn more about how to review HR practices through a francophone and inclusive lens.
At the end of this workshop, participants will have deepen their knowledge on or heard more about:

Creating safe work environments for 2SLGBTQI+ people
Job searching experiences from a non binary, transfeminine, and Cree individual
Insight on how to review internal policies and HR practices through a francophone, decolonial, and 2SLGBTQI+ lens

Presenter:
Zakary-Georges Gagné (she/they), Francophone Engagement Coordinator, The Enchanté Network
Zakary-Georges is a francophone, non-binary, transfeminine, and Cree individual. Originally from Québec, Zakary now resides in Katarokwi, traditional homeland of the Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee and the Huron-Wendat, also known as Kingston, ON. Professionally, Zakary is the Francophone Engagement Coordinator at The Enchanté Network and the President of FrancoQueer.
As an organizer, volunteer, educator, and artist, Zakary dedicates their work to the queer and trans communities in a linguistic minority setting. Their approach focusses on the wellbeing of gender, sexual, and culturally diverse people in hope of building and supporting resilient communities.
Registration for this event has closed.
This 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 info@prideatwork.ca.

Webinar: Leading with Heart – Moving Beyond the Business Case for DEI [Partners only - EN]
2023-03-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Wednesday, March 15, 2023, from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners.
Live Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada.
Lower absenteeism. Higher profit margins. Better products. The business case for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is strong and well known, however it fails to center the most important aspect of DEI – the people it is supposed to serve.
This webinar by DEI leader Dani Gomez-Ortega will discuss the importance of moving beyond the business case for DEI, and will provide leaders with the tools and language needed to put people at the center of this conversation. Bringing workplace and community activism experience to the table, we will look at actionable ways to mobilize workplaces by centering our stories and the stories of those we serve.
Learning objectives:

Understand the importance of a people-centered case for DEI
Learn how to communicate your “why” to different audiences
Build a persuasive people-centered case for DEI

Audience:

Diversity, equity, and inclusion professionals
C-Suite leaders and ERG members
People managers and supervisors

Presenter:
Dani Gomez-Ortega (she/her), Senior Manager – Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Loblaw Companies Limited
Dani Gomez-Ortega is a diversity and inclusion champion with a passion for empowering others to create more inclusive spaces. As the Senior Manager of Diversity Equity and Inclusion at Loblaw Companies Limited, she leads the strategic development of initiatives that removes barriers to success for over 200 000 employees across Canada. Additionally, she sits on the board of directors for Dignity Network Canada, an organization that advocates for the rights of 2SLGTBTQ+ people globally. Prior to her work at Loblaw Companies, Dani has had a number of leadership roles in community organizations like PrideHouseTO, Toronto PFLAG, and Out and Out Toronto. Her contributions have been recognized through various awards including the Bill 7 Award, Ryerson University’s Student Leadership Award, and most recently the Janice Waddell Collegiality Award. Dani’s work and commitment to inclusion are shaped by her experience as a Latinx, immigrant transgender woman with an invisible disability.
Registration for this event has closed.
This 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 info@prideatwork.ca.

THRIVE 2023
2023-02-28 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Toronto)
Tuesdays, from February 28, 2023, to April 25, 2023 – from 6 PM to 9 PM ET – this event is open to anyone who would like to register and accept the registration fee.

THRIVE 2023
Virtual Leadership Program

THRIVE is a three-month virtual program that will develop the next generation of 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 third THRIVE cohort will collectively unlock their potential as out leaders.
The process by which those interested in participating will open on Tuesday, December 13, 2022. The deadline for applications will be Friday, February 10, 2023. Those selected for the THRIVE cohort will pay a participation fee of $1500 for employees of Pride at Work Canada’s Proud Partners and $2000 for employees of other organizations, due upon acceptance.
Visit THRIVE 2023!

Fierté des neiges / Winter Pride 2023
2023-02-28 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | Square BDC, 5 Place Ville Marie - Ground Floor, Montréal, QC, H3B 2G2, Canada
Tuesday, February 28, 2023, from 5 PM to 8 PM EST – This in-person event is free and open to the public.
Presented by Pride at Work Canada

Lead Sponsor

Host Sponsor

An evening of learning and networking, Fierté des Neiges/Winter Pride 2023 returns this year and continues the annual tradition of bringing the Pride at Work Canada network to Montreal to celebrate the inclusion of 2SLGBTQIA+ people in the workplace during the winter season. This year, this event will be held in-person at Square BDC, which is located in downtown Montreal.
Location
Square BDC
5 Place Ville Marie, Ground Floor
Montreal, QC
Learning Objectives:

Connect with leaders from a variety of industries.

Audience:

Executive sponsors and their employees
Diversity and Inclusion Professionals
Entrepreneurs and CEOs

Drinks and appetizers included.
Places are limited, hurry up!
Registration for this event has closed.
The Fierté des neiges / Winter Pride is sold out. However, we are working on opening extra spots considering the space and team capacity. Stay tuned.
This in-person event is free and open to the public. If you have any questions, please send an email to info@prideatwork.ca.
