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SUMMARY:THRIVE and FLOURISH Alumni Summer Gathering
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is open to THRIVE and FLOURISH Alumni.\nThursday\, August 21st\, 2025 at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT | Via Zoom: Webinar \nJoin us for a special summer gathering of FLOURISH and THRIVE alumni\, featuring an inspiring session with Jennifer Quinn\, CEO of Nieuport Aviation. With a dynamic career spanning leadership roles at Deloitte\, Infrastructure Ontario\, and now at the helm of Nieuport\, Jennifer brings a wealth of insight on navigating complex industries with vision and purpose. This powerful conversation will explore how leaders can intentionally create space for growth\, inclusion\, and transformation—by challenging norms and making room for others to rise. Don’t miss this opportunity to reconnect\, be inspired\, and gain exclusive insights from one of Canada’s top executives. \nKey Learning Objectives:\n\nIlluminate the Power of Intentional Leadership: Learn how leaders can consciously reshape spaces to inspire innovation and foster belonging.\nShare Jennifer’s Personal Journey of Change-Making: Hear firsthand about her experiences navigating and influencing systems to create meaningful opportunities for others.\nProvide Practical Strategies for Inclusive Leadership: Gain tools and insights to recognize when a room needs “shifting” and how to lead those transitions effectively.\nInspire Empowerment Through Vulnerability and Vision: Be motivated to lead boldly—embracing vulnerability\, courage\, and purpose in your own leadership journey.\n\nAudience:\nThis event is exclusively for FLOURISH and THRIVE Alumni \nFeature Speaker:\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n\nJennifer Quinn (she/her)\nCEO of Nieuport Aviation \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nWe’re thrilled to welcome Jennifer Quinn\, CEO of Nieuport Aviation\, as our special guest speaker. Since 2021\, Jennifer has led Nieuport’s operations\, strategy\, stakeholder relations\, and public affairs with vision and expertise. Her impressive career spans public and private sectors\, including leadership roles at Deloitte and Infrastructure Ontario. \nIn 2024\, Jennifer was awarded the Report on Business magazine Best Executive Award from the Globe and Mail for her impactful leadership—guiding Nieuport’s operations through pandemic recovery and collaborating with PortsToronto to bring a U.S. Preclearance facility to the airport (expected late 2025). She was also recognized as one of Canada’s 100 Most Powerful Women of 2024 by the Women’s Executive Network. \nA champion of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion\, Jennifer was honoured in 2017 with Start Proud’s Leaders to be Proud of – Professional Leadership Award for her contributions to the LGBTQ community. \nJennifer holds an Honours Bachelor of Accounting from Brock University\, a Master’s Certificate in Public Management from York University\, and is a Chartered Professional Accountant. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility:\n\nSpoken language: English\nClosed captioning provided: English\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.
URL:https://prideatwork.ca/event/thrive-and-flourish-alumni-summer-gathering/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250904T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250904T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133845
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SUMMARY:Focus Group: 2SLGBTQIA+ Experiences of Gender-Based Violence in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:This online event is on Thursday\, September 4\, 2025 from 1:00 – 2:30 PM EDT. \nAs part of the Stronger Together project\, a gender-based violence (GBV) prevention initiative in the Greater Toronto Area\, Pride at Work Canada is conducting research to better understand the experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ people with GBV in workplace settings. \nWe know that 2SLGBTQIA+ employees often face unique forms of harassment\, discrimination\, and violence that are underreported and under-addressed. Your voice can help us change that. \nWhy Your Participation Matters\nThe insights gathered from this focus group will: \n\nShape training and education for employers on preventing and responding to GBV.\nInform policy recommendations that center the needs of 2SLGBTQIA+ workers.\nContribute to creating safer\, more inclusive workplaces across the GTA and beyond.\n\nWho Can Participate\nWe invite 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals who: \n\nHave experienced or witnessed gender-based violence in a workplace setting.\nLive\, work\, or have worked in the Greater Toronto Area (including Peel Region\, and Durham Region).\n\nYour participation is voluntary\, and you may choose to share as much or as little as you feel comfortable. \nOur Commitment to Safety\nThis session will be confidential and trauma-informed\, facilitated by members of Pride at Work Canada’s staff team. We will provide information about available supports before\, during\, and after the session. \nAccessibility\n\nSpoken language: English\nClosed captioning provided: English\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca\n\nHow to Join\nIf you’re interested in participating\, please email Misha Goforth\, Manager of Programs\, at misha.goforth@prideatwork.ca. All participants will receive the Zoom link and additional details before the event.
URL:https://prideatwork.ca/event/focus-group-20250904/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250909T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250909T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133845
CREATED:20250718T172739Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Peer Support in Action – Empowering ERGs to Boost Employee Well-Being
DESCRIPTION:September 9 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. \nEmployee Resource Groups (ERGs) play essential roles in building networks and creating opportunities to put peer support into action. Join us to learn from a panel of ERG leaders who are skilled in peer support. Peer support provides strategies to navigate conflict\, challenge discrimination in the workplace\, and cope with issues outside of the workplace that 2SLGBTQIA+ people face. When ERGs are empowered and well resourced\, they can create meaningful impacts on employee well-being. \nLearning objectives:\n\nExplore how peer support strategies can be used in the workplace\nLearn strategies to navigate workplace conflict\nUnderstand the impacts of ERGs in employee well-being\n\nTarget audience:\n\n2SLGBTQIA+ employees at Pride at Work Canada’s partner organizations\nEmployee Resource Group (ERG) leaders\nHR & DEI Professionals\n\nPanelists\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nChristian Bennett (he/they)\nAccount Manager\, MPAC \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nChristian Bennett (he/they) is an Account Manager with MPAC and Co-Lead of Blaze!\, MPAC’s 2SLGBTQIA+ employee resource group. In this role\, Christian helps foster an inclusive and supportive workplace where employees across the province can connect\, learn\, and share their authentic selves. He is passionate about creating spaces that celebrate diversity while strengthening community through dialogue\, education\, and meaningful connections. \nSince its founding in 2022\, Blaze! has grown into a vibrant forum that not only addresses issues impacting the 2SLGBTQIA+ community but also uplifts voices and celebrates Pride throughout the year. As Co-Lead\, he plays a key role in guiding initiatives\, championing inclusion\, and infusing a spirit of joy and celebration into the group’s activities\, while helping advance MPAC’s commitment to diversity\, equity\, and belonging. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nMichael Robach (he/him)\nInterim Executive Director\, QMUNITY \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nMichael Robach (he/him) is the Interim Executive Director at QMUNITY\, where they lead the delivery of programs and services that meet the diverse needs of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. With a career spanning social development and advocacy\, Michael has worked across sectors including child protection\, HIV\, rare diseases\, and now 2SLGBTQIA+ community support. They bring a deep commitment to equity\, inclusion\, and strengthening services that improve the lives of those most impacted. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nChristopher Aguilar (He/They)\nSenior Training Specialist\, OLG \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nChristopher Aguilar is a neurodivergent professional living with ADHD and anxiety\, and a passionate advocate for equity\, inclusion\, and mental health awareness. As a Senior Training Specialist at OLG and Co-Chair of The Pride Network\, Christopher brings both lived experience and professional insight to their work. They are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone feels seen\, heard\, and valued. Whether at work or in everyday life\, Christopher strives to be a voice for those who may not have one—championing empathy\, accessibility\, and meaningful change across communities. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nFacilitator\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nTempleton Sawyer (he/him)\nLeadership Programs Coordinator\, Pride at Work Canada \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nTempleton Sawyer was an Employment Support Practitioner with Teamwork Cooperative\, the host of Tweet the Leader in You podcast\, and co-facilitator of the CEI and Teamwork’s Youth-Focused Community of Practice in Halifax Nova Scotia. He brings a great deal of lived experience to the table and is a passionate Youth Advocate who seeks to help youth in both Nova Scotia\, Ontario and the Bahamas believe in themselves and increase their self-confidence through leadership and skill development programs. When Templeton thinks about the word inclusion\, he has a passion to place action into including everyone. Templeton continues his inclusion advocacies through a Youth Focused Community of Practice which he Co-Author\, this space provides service providers to grow and develop new strategies to serve youth and people in general. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nRegistration for this event has closed.\nAccessibility:\n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClosed captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca\n\nOptional note: * Please note we use Employee Resource Group as a catch all term which is inclusive of Business Resource Groups\, Affinity Networks\, and other similar employee led groups focused on equity-deserving groups.
URL:https://prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20250909/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Partner-only event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250917T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250917T170000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: FLOURISH Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, September 17 | 4:00-5:00 ET \nFLOURISH is an eight-week virtual program that will develop the skills required for 2SLGBTQIA+ Employee Resource Group (ERG)* leaders to be effective and successful in their roles. Those who lead 2SLGBTQIA+ ERGs have an enormous opportunity to create change for Two-Spirit\, queer and trans employees. They also face very specific challenges in Canadian workplaces. While session content will touch on the mechanics of ERGs\, the primary focus of FLOURISH will be developing individual competency in four areas: \n\nFrom Policy to Practice – Living Our Rights\, Honoring Our Identities\nTelling the Story/Impact of Your ERG\nNavigating Polarization\nPrinciples of Peer Support\n\nThrough live Zoom sessions\, virtual learning modules and self-directed work\, our FLOURISH program will collectively unlock their potential as ERG leaders. \nInterested in learning more? Sign up to this information session. \nKey Learning Objectives:\n\nProvide an overview of the FLOURISH 2025 program structure and timeline\nHighlight the importance and impact of 2SLGBTQIA+ ERG leadership in Canadian workplaces\nExplain the types of learning experiences and activities participants can expect\nAnswer questions and provide clarity on eligibility\, registration\, and support\n\nAudience:\n\nThis event is for anyone interested in knowing more about the FLOURISH 2025 program\n\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nTempleton Sawyer (he/him)\nLeadership Programs Coordinator\, Pride at Work Canada \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nTempleton Sawyer was an Employment Support Practitioner with Teamwork Cooperative\, the host of Tweet the Leader in You podcast\, and co-facilitator of the CEI and Teamwork’s Youth-Focused Community of Practice in Halifax Nova Scotia. He brings a great deal of lived experience to the table and is a passionate Youth Advocate who seeks to help youth in both Nova Scotia\, Ontario and the Bahamas believe in themselves and increase their self-confidence through leadership and skill development programs. When Templeton thinks about the word inclusion\, he has a passion to place action into including everyone. Templeton continues his inclusion advocacies through a Youth Focused Community of Practice which he Co-Author\, this space provides service providers to grow and develop new strategies to serve youth and people in general. \n[/vc_column][vc_row] \nAccessibility:\n\nSpoken language: English\nClosed captioning provided: English\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.
URL:https://prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20250917/
CATEGORIES:Free event,Leadership,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251007T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251007T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133845
CREATED:20250718T173704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T161753Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Navigating AI & Inclusive Prompt Engineering
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday October 7 from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. \nAs workplaces increasingly adopt emerging and evolving technologies\, it’s crucial to ensure their implementation supports equity\, safety\, and impact. Join a panel of experts to explore how to avoid reproducing bias and harmful stereotypes when using generative AI to create content for or about queer and trans communities. This webinar will introduce tools and best practices for responsible AI use\, with a focus on preventing bias\, promoting inclusive representation\, and safeguarding digital integrity. \nAdditionally\, we’ll discuss the importance of cybersecurity in AI workflows\, especially when handling sensitive or identity-based information and offer strategies to mitigate associated risks. Learn how to leverage AI ethically and securely to advance your organization’s social impact. \nLearning objectives\n\nUnderstand strategies to avoid reproducing bias and stereotypes when creating content for or about queer and trans communities.\nCybersecurity and safety of using generative AI\nLearn tools and practices towards responsible AI use\n\nTarget audience\n\n2SLGBTQIA+ employees at Pride at Work Canada’s partner organizations\nEmployee Resource Group (ERG) leaders\nHR & DEI Professionals\nMarketing and communications professionals\n\nFacilitator\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n\nJade Pichette (they/she)\nDirector of Programs\, Pride at Work Canada \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nJade Pichette is an inclusion\, diversity\, equity\, and accessibility (IDEA!) professional based in Tkarón:to/Toronto. Currently\, Jade serves as the Director of Programs at Pride at Work Canada\, where they work with over 250 large employers across Canada around gender expression\, gender identity\, and sexual orientation inclusion. Previously\, Jade served as the Volunteer and Community Outreach Coordinator at the ArQuives\, the Education Programs Coordinator at Kind Space\, and an independent inclusion consultant. They were one of the authors of Transitioning Employers: A survey of policies and practices for trans inclusive workplaces and are the cohost of the Uncovering Belonging Podcast. In their spare time they can be found geeking out over queer\, trans\, and Norse histories\, disability justice\, interfaith advocacy\, firekeeping\, and spending time with their chosen family. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nPanelists\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n\nCarlos Chalico (He/him)\nCybersecurity and privacy specialist\n \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nCarlos Chalico is a consultant specialized in cybersecurity and privacy. He started his career in Mexico City when he joined a big four accounting firm Mexico back in 1996\, today he is a partner based in Toronto. Carlos is also an instructor with the University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies\, where he teaches cybersecurity and privacy. \nCarlos volunteers for different organizations including ISACA\, IAPP\, and Hispanotech. He discovered the Association of Latinx Professionals for America (ALPFA) in 2019\, when EY Canada sent him to Nashville\, Tennessee for attending his first ALPFA convention. When Carlos saw what ALPFA was doing for the Latinx community in US\, he asked what was needed to make it work in Canada and\, in 2022\, Carlos helped bring ALPFA Canada to life with the first chapter in Toronto. Today\, ALPFA Canada has also chapters in Montreal and Calgary\, and is close to having a new chapter in Vancouver. Most of Carlos’ volunteering time is now focused on ALPFA Canada’s development. \nIn his free time\, Carlos enjoys spending time with family\, reading\, writing\, walking with Leis (his dog)\, riding his bike (not in winter) and playing drums somewhere in Toronto or Mississauga. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n\nVipul Bhardwaj (he/him)\nSenior Manager\, Emerging Capabilities\, TD Bank\n \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nVipul is a people-first leader with over 16 years of experience in financial services\, spanning roles in retail banking\, wholesale banking\, wealth management\, and human resources. He is passionate about AI-driven innovation and its potential to transform the delivery of products and services in the financial services industry. At TD\, Vipul has led strategy and delivery of large-scale digital transformation initiatives and was most recently tapped to lead the GenAI transformation and enablement for the Wealth Management business. He is also influencing AI policy in Canada by partnering with governance and control partners at TD as well as regulators. Vipul is passionate about talent development and Inclusion & Diversity. He is a member of TD Wealth’s I&D core committee and provides thought leadership on strategy and programming aligned to TD’s I&D agenda. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nRegistration for this event has closed.\nAccessibility\n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClosed captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\n\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca
URL:https://prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20251007/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Partner-only event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251105T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251105T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133845
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SUMMARY:SPARK Vancouver 2025
DESCRIPTION:November 5\, 2025 | 1:30 pm – 7:00 pm PST \n \nFind Inspiration. Leave with a new perspective. Spark impactful change. \nSPARK is a transformative half-day symposium bringing together Senior Executives\, Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion (DEI) leaders\, and Human Resources professionals for shared learning\, networking\, and innovation. \nTheme: Elevating 2SLGBTQIA+ Newcomer and Migrant Talent.\nQueer and trans communities bring extraordinary creativity\, resilience\, and innovation to the workforce. Yet\, job seekers and employees from these communities—especially those who are newcomers or migrants—often face systemic barriers that limit their recognition and advancement. Too often\, they are perceived as “unconventional” hires or encounter stalled career growth despite their capabilities. \nSPARK is a celebration and a call to action. This event is dedicated to dismantling those barriers and highlighting the immense\, underrecognized potential of 2SLGBTQIA+ newcomers and migrants. By creating space for visibility\, dialogue\, and connection\, SPARK aims to amplify voices\, empower careers\, and drive change across workplaces and industries. \nKey Highlights\n\nInspiring Insights: Dive deep into the talent acquisition process\, exploring attraction\, selection\, and development strategies.\nDynamic Discussions: Engage in lively keynote presentations and thought-provoking discussions led by driven 2SLGBTQIA+ newcomer and migrant leaders.\nStrategic Networking: Foster intentional connections to fuel organizational change and create workplaces where everyone\, including 2SLGBTQIA+ newcomers and migrant individuals\, thrives.\n\nHost Sponsor and Location\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \n[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”1/3″] \n  \nBDC Square and Hall\n1133 Melville Street\, Suite 1500 (15th Floor)\nVancouver\, BC V6E 4E5 \n[/vc_column] \n[vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row] \nReception Sponsor\n \nAgenda\n\n1:30pm – 2:45pm: Welcome and Opening Keynotes\n2:45pm – 3:00pm: Networking Session ~ Engage with other DEI and talent acquisition leaders!\n3:00pm – 4:00pm: Roundtable Discussions (see topics below)\n4:00pm – 4:15pm: Networking Session ~ Engage with other DEI and talent acquisition leaders!\n4:15pm – 5:00pm: Key Reflections and Closing\n5:00pm – 7:00pm: Networking Reception with 2SLGBTQIA+ newcomer and migrant leaders and talent\n\nDiscussion Groups\n\nSupporting Refugees with Norma Lize Rhayem\, Rainbow Refugee Society\nCreating Your Newcomer Strategy with Adeline Huynh\, The Commons Consulting\nAttracting and Developing Newcomer Talent with Valerie Raghoebier and Joshna Hirani\, Sher Vancouver\n\nKeynote Speaker\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nAleks Selim Dughman Manzur (J.D.\, LL.M.)\n(They/Them) \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nAleks Selim Dughman Manzur is a transgender Palestinian born and primarily raised in Santiago\, Chile. As a Chilean lawyer\, Aleks specializes in human rights\, reproductive and sexual health law\, LGBTQI+ rights\, and refugee rights. They hold an LL.M. from the University of Toronto and currently serve as the Co-Executive Director of Rainbow Refugee. Aleks is also the past President of the Canadian Council for Refugees and currently holds a position as an Executive Committee member. Additionally\, they are the co-chair of From Borders to Belonging\, a Canada-wide coalition in solidarity with LGBTQI refugees and asylum seekers. \nPreviously\, Aleks worked as the Director of LGBTQ+ Refugee Programs and SAH representative for the Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto. Their past roles also include positions at LEAF (Women’s Legal Education and Action Fund)\, the Association for Women’s Rights in Development (AWID)\, and the International Reproductive and Sexual Health Law Programme at the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Law. \nTheir work focuses on facilitating pathways for refugee protection and co-creating communities of belonging for individuals with diverse sexual orientations\, gender identities\, expressions\, and sex characteristics (SOGIESC). Aleks designs programs and services for LGBTQI+ asylum seekers\, refugee claimants\, and refugees\, and advocates for refugee rights at various levels of government\, both locally and internationally. Additionally\, they provide advisory and expert opinions\, represent Canada at international forums on refugee protection\, and conduct webinars and workshops for numerous local and international organizations. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nEmcee\n[vc_row custom_bg_color=”{“solid“:{“id“:“Border color“\,“color“:“#ebebf5“}}” ][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nKy Sargeant (she/they)\nDEI Consultant and Comedian \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nKy is an EDI consultant known for her engaged approach to facilitation\, where she leverages 8 years of public speaking and performing arts experience to communicate complex DEI topics in an accessible way for all audiences. Previously the assistant to the Senior Dean of Equity\, Diversity and Inclusion at the UBC Sauder School of Business & currently an EDI Scholar in Residence at UBC Library\, she brings a deep understanding of academic frameworks of EDI and how to translate that knowledge into practice. She has since co-developed a first-of-its-kind index and training program for business funders and is the Vice-Chair of the board for QMUNITY. Outside of work\, she regularly hosts a 2SLGBTQIA+ Open-Mic Comedy night and performs stand-up comedy around the city. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nDiscussion Group Facilitators\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nNorma Lize Rhayem\nCommunications Manager\, Rainbow Refugee Society\n\n \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nNorma Lize Rhayem\, a transgender activist and advocate from the Middle East. Her activism started when she was studying journalism and communication arts\, leading to her involvement with LGBTQIA+ organizations in the SWANA region and worldwide. Her lived experience\, and work in Media and the Non-profit sector helped her to raise the voice about LGBTQIA+ issues around the world. Since relocating to Vancouver\, she continues to fight for the rights of the trans community. She worked as a Sponsorship Coordinator at Rainbow Refugee\, a Peer Facilitator at Mosaic\, and a co-trainer at QMUNITY. Norma is currently working as a Communications Manager at Rainbow Refugee Society and is working on developing training materials to help raise awareness in workplaces and communities. Topic: Supporting Refugees \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row custom_bg_color=”{“solid“:{“id“:“Border color“\,“color“:“#ebebf5“}}” ][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nAdeline Huynh (she/her)\nEDI strategist and founder\, The Commons Consulting \n  \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nAdeline Huynh is an equity\, diversity\, and inclusion strategist and founder of The Commons Consulting living and working on the traditional\, ancestral\, and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm\, Səl̓ílwətaʔ\, and Skwxwú7mesh peoples. With almost two decades of experience guiding nearly 100 organizations—from healthcare to higher-ed—she translates big-picture vision into practical\, people-centred solutions. Adeline has championed newcomer inclusion by supporting ISSofBC’s EDI work and launching QMUNITY’s Routes to Roots program for LGBTQ2S+ immigrant and refugee youth. She also co-authored Authentically Inclusive Marketing and designs engaging online courses and in-person trainings that help organizations thrive. Away from the Zoom and workshop room\, you’ll find her trying to keep up with her 7-year-old\, swapping book recommendations\, and plotting her next storytelling project over a strong cup of Vietnamese coffee. Topic: Creating Your Newcomer Strategy \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n\nValerie Raghoebier (she/her)\nBoard Director\, Sher Vancouver \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nValerie (she/her) is a dynamic actress and model based in Vancouver’s thriving film industry. Beyond the screen\, she is a passionate advocate for 2SLGBTQ+ rights\, animal welfare\, and environmental sustainability\, actively working to reduce her carbon footprint. Valerie brings her creativity and compassion to the nonprofit sector as the newest Board Member of Sher Vancouver. She has also served as a juror for the prestigious January Award and is a shortlist juror for the Sundar Prize Film Festival\, where she helps spotlight powerful and impactful stories from around the world. Topic: Attracting and Developing Newcomer Talent \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row custom_bg_color=”{“solid“:{“id“:“Border color“\,“color“:“#ebebf5“}}” ][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nJoshna Hirani (she/her)\nManager of Community Engagement\, Sher Vancouver \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″]\nJoshna Hirani\, of Gujarati origin and born in Kenya\, is a dynamic community leader dedicated to equity\, inclusion\, and social justice. Professionally trained in Occupational Therapy\, she combines cultural sensitivity with mindfulness and compassion to empower individuals and strengthen communities. As Sher Vancouver’s Manager of Community Engagement\, Joshna is a driving force behind the organization’s public presence\, representing it at major events\, building networks\, and raising awareness of its mission. She remains committed to learning from diverse communities\, reflecting on her experiences\, and continually evolving to be a better community member and leader. Topic: Attracting and Developing Newcomer Talent \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand how to attract\, and retain 2SLGBTQIA+ newcomer talent.\nDiscover the experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ newcomer and migrant talent.\nCultivate a relationship with fellow DEI leaders\, and 2SLGBTQIA+ talent.\n\nAudience\n\nSenior Leaders\nDEI Professionals\nTalent Acquisition Professionals\n\nMore details coming soon. \nRegistration and Pricing\nLIMITED SEATS – Purchase your tickets as soon as possible. Registration is now open on Eventbrite. \nPartner tickets: Senior leaders of Pride at Work Canada’s Proud Partners & Community Partners \n\n$345.00 (+ tax) – Early Bird Price (until September 30)\n$445.00 (+ tax) – Regular Price\n\nGeneral tickets: For senior leaders of other companies & organizations (non-partners) \n\n$545.00 (+ tax) – Early Bird Price (until September 30)\n$645.00 (+ tax) – Regular Price\n\nOn Eventbrite\, participants will be asked to provide some personal & professional details\, accessibility requests\, food restrictions and allergies. For any additional questions\, reach out to us at events@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://prideatwork.ca/event/spark-vancouver-2025/
LOCATION:BDC Square and Hall\, 1133 Melville Street\, Suite 1500\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6E 4E5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Networking,Paid event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251118T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251118T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133845
CREATED:20250918T182130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T172140Z
UID:10000921-1763474400-1763479800@prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Improving Mental Health for Our Communities
DESCRIPTION:November 18\, 2025 | 2:00–3:30 PM ET | Open to Everyone \nThe weight of the world can sometimes feel too heavy to carry. Balancing important deadlines with family responsibilities\, while also bracing against headlines filled with hostility\, attacks on health care\, and a constant stream of hate-filled rhetoric. Unfortunately\, these environmental burdens don’t stop when we go to or log in to work. \nThis national webinar\, presented in partnership with QueerTech\, brings together leading voices to explore the realities our communities face today\, how it’s impacting our mental health\, and evidence-based solutions for a range of workplaces. Together\, we’ll examine: \n\nEnvironmental factors that undermine mental health with Dylana Thomson\, Director of Policy & Advocacy at The Enchanté Network.\nThe barriers to accessing affirming care with Instructor; Social Worker\, Psychotherapist\, and Author Rahim Thawer\, creator of Canada’s Queer & Trans Therapists\, a curated directory of therapists with lived experience that align with our communities’ needs.\nWhat research says about workplace dynamics and technology are influencing well-being with Naoufel Testaouni\, Co-Founder & CEO of QueerTech.\n\nPanelists\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nDylana Thompson (she/her) \nDirector of Policy and Advocacy\, the Enchanté Network \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nDylana Thompson (she/her) is the Director of Policy and Advocacy at the Enchanté Network\, where she works with the 2SLGBTQI+ sector across Canada to advance systemic change that improves the lives of 2SLGBTQI+ people. She previously served as principal researcher for the White Paper on the Status of Trans and Gender Diverse People\, a document tabled in Parliament with 29 recommendations to strengthen trans rights at the federal level. Currently\, Dylana partners with community organizations and grassroots groups in several provinces to advocate for stronger gender-affirming care policies\, among other key initiatives. A graduate of Carleton University’s Master of Political Management program\, she brings political expertise and strategic insight to support 2SLGBTQI+ movements nationwide \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nRahim Thawer (he/him)\nRegistered Social Worker and\nCertified Clinical Supervisor \n  \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nRahim Thawer (he/him) is a registered social worker (OCSWSSW) and Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS) based in Toronto. He works as an instructor\, psychotherapist\, consultant\, public speaker\, podcast host\, and writer. He is the founder of Affective Consulting & Psychotherapy Services (est. 2014) and has delivered nearly 200 presentations across North America and Europe. His community workshops foster critical dialogue and reflection on mental health\, systemic oppression\, interpersonal dynamics\, and innovation in queer relationships. \nRahim teaches at The University of Alabama\, where he is also completing a Doctor of Social Work (DSW) with a specialization in organizational leadership. As a queer Muslim\, his clinical and scholarly work sits at the intersection of mental health and social justice. His doctoral research explores how anti-racist\, queer-affirming psychoanalytic frameworks can support social workers\, therapists-in-training\, and organizational leaders. \nHe was one of the co-editors of Any Other Way: How Toronto Got Queer (Coach House Books\, 2016)\, a Toronto Book Awards finalist\, and his latest book\, The Mental Health Guide for Cis and Trans Queer Guys (New Harbinger Publications)\, was released in June 2025. This past August\, he launched the Canadian Queer & Trans Therapist Directory (CQTT)\, empowering service users to find the affirming care they need. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nNaoufel Testaouni (he/him)\n Co-Founder and CEO\, QueerTech \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nNaoufel Testaouni is the Co-Founder and CEO of QueerTech\, a Canadian nonprofit dedicated to queering the tech ecosystem by breaking down barriers and empowering 2SLGBTQ+ people to thrive. With a career spanning nonprofit leadership\, corporate innovation at Microsoft\, and business development in tech startups\, Naoufel brings a unique perspective on inclusive leadership and building equitable opportunities in technology. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nFacilitator\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n\nColin Druhan (he/him)\,\nExecutive Director\, Pride at Work Canada \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nColin Druhan (he/him) is the Executive Director of Pride at Work Canada\, where he made Mental Health First Aid and Naloxone training mandatory for staff and co-created Leading for Impact\, a coaching program for people-managers. With over 20 years in the nonprofit sector—running counseling programs\, food banks\, and advocacy services—he’s seen the heavy toll community work takes: stress\, substance use\, and suicidality are all endemic. He believes progress comes through access to affirming mental health care\, vital for individuals and organizations alike. \nHe completed the Strategic Perspectives in Nonprofit Strategy program at Harvard Business School and studied change management and AI integration at Rotman’s Leading Change program. A graduate of NSCAD University (BFA ‘05)\, Colin remains a creative thinker at heart. \nAccessibility\n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClosed captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\n\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row]Registration for this event has closed.[/vc_row] \n 
URL:https://prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20251118/
CATEGORIES:Free event,Leadership,Panel Discussion,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251119T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133845
CREATED:20250814T182932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T172859Z
UID:10000902-1763553600-1763559000@prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Matrices: Trans\, Non-Binary & Agender Digital Connect
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, November 19\, 2025 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM EST | Via Zoom: Webinar – this is a free online networking event for trans\, non-binary and agender people. \n \nMatrices: Trans\, Non-Binary & Agender Digital Connect is a free digital networking event for trans\, non-binary\, and agender professionals and jobseekers across Canada. \nSince its launch in 2020\, this ongoing program has created intentional\, safer spaces for participants to share stories\, build professional connections\, and foster community in a digital environment. Each year\, it builds on the momentum of previous gatherings\, strengthening networks and amplifying voices across diverse communities. \nFormat: This gathering features two themed\, roundtable-style discussion rounds. In each round\, participants join small\, facilitated groups to explore a specific topic related to the gathering focus. \nWhy is this event taking place?\nWhile many networking spaces are inclusive of trans\, non-binary\, and agender people\, there are distinct experiences\, questions\, and challenges faced by these communities in professional settings. \nThis event was created to: \n\nProvide peer support across identities and geographies\nCultivate connection through shared lived experience\nRespond directly to feedback from community members and attendees\n\nAudience:\nThis event is intended for individuals who identify as trans\, non-binary\, and/or agender. \nThere is no requirement to “prove” your identity or meet any criteria beyond self-identification. While we value allyship\, this space is intentionally held for trans\, non-binary\, and agender folks to connect freely. Allies are encouraged to respect the boundaries of identity-centered spaces and hold space by stepping back. \nKey Takeaways:\n\nConnect with others navigating similar professional journeys\nShare lived experiences in a supportive\, affirming space\nBuild community and expand your network\nLearn about future initiatives and events from Pride at Work Canada\n\nAccessibility:\nSpoken Language: English \nClosed Captioning: English \nFormat: Virtual (Zoom meeting format) \nEngagement Type: Participants invited to share via video\, audio\, or chat \nIf you have additional accessibility requests\, please include them in your registration form or contact us at: events@prideatwork.ca \n[vc_row][vc_column]Registration for this event has closed.[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://prideatwork.ca/event/matrices-trans-non-binary-agender-digital-connect-5/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251125T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251125T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133846
CREATED:20250918T201537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T065600Z
UID:10000918-1764079200-1764084600@prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Virtual "Pink Tank" Session: Improving Mental Health for Our Communities
DESCRIPTION:November 25\, 2025 | 2:00–3:30 PM ET\nExclusive to Proud Partners | $35 Participation Fee* | This session has limited capacity. \nThe weight of the world doesn’t get lighter after one conversation. Too often\, we attend webinars\, nod along\, and then go back to our busy lives without turning insights into action. This Virtual “Pink Tank” is designed to change that. \nHosted by Colin Druhan\, Executive Director of Pride at Work Canada\, this members-only session goes beyond listening. It’s a chance to roll up your sleeves\, test ideas against your workplace reality\, and turn learning into concrete next steps. Expect live discussion\, chat engagement\, surveys\, and pre-event input\, all focused on surfacing solutions that work for you. \nTogether\, we’ll tackle four key questions: \n\n\n\nWhat new information did we learn from the November 18 webinar?\nWhat confirmed what we already know?\nWhat solutions sounded good but feel impossible to implement in my workplace?\nWhat short-term wins can we achieve with this information?\n\n\n\nTo make the most of our 90 minutes\, participants will complete a brief pre-event survey and can opt to review curated pre-read materials. With attendance limited\, you’ll have the space to engage meaningfully and leave with a plan you can actually put into practice. \n[vc_row nav_skin=”dark” consent_include=”include”][vc_column css_animation=””][vc_button_arrow title=”Register Today!” style=”simple” display=”display_block” skin=”dark” css_animation=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.ca%2Fe%2Fvirtual-pink-tank-session-improving-mental-health-for-our-communities-tickets-1732658190289|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row] \nFacilitator\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n\nColin Druhan (he/him)\,\nExecutive Director\, Pride at Work Canada \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nColin Druhan (he/him) is the Executive Director of Pride at Work Canada\, where he made Mental Health First Aid and Naloxone training mandatory for staff and co-created Leading for Impact\, a coaching program for people-managers. With over 20 years in the nonprofit sector—running counseling programs\, food banks\, and advocacy services—he’s seen the heavy toll community work takes: stress\, substance use\, and suicidality are all endemic. He believes progress comes through access to affirming mental health care\, vital for individuals and organizations alike. \nHe completed the Strategic Perspectives in Nonprofit Strategy program at Harvard Business School and studied change management and AI integration at Rotman’s Leading Change program. A graduate of NSCAD University (BFA ‘05)\, Colin remains a creative thinker at heart. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility\n\nSpoken language: English\nClosed captioning: English\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom\, interactive mode)\n\nPlease note this session is limited to employees of Proud Partner organizations only. Additional accessibility requests can be submitted via the registration form.\n*This contribution helps support Pride at Work’s mission and activities\, and better guarantees the attendance of our registrants. It also ensures an exclusive conversation with our Executive Director.
URL:https://prideatwork.ca/event/virtual-pink-tank-session-20251125/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Paid event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251209T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133846
CREATED:20250918T180246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T172826Z
UID:10000920-1765285200-1765290600@prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Webinar: Mentoring Matters
DESCRIPTION:December 9\, 2025 | 1:00–2:30 PM ET | Open to Everyone \nCharting a career shouldn’t feel like setting sail without a compass. Yet for many in our communities\, that’s exactly what it is. For many\, it can feel like pushing off into choppy\, uncharted waters with no clear map for “people like me.” What feels like a safe harbour to one person can just as easily be stormy seas for another. That’s where mentoring makes a real difference. It offers not only direction\, but also a steady hand at the wheel\, guiding us forward together toward new horizons. \nThis webinar\, presented in partnership with QueerTech\, will feature leaders who are redefining how mentoring can strengthen our community and shape its next wave of leaders. Together\, we’ll explore: \n\nInnovative mentoring strategies with Jennifer Petrela of Mentorat Québec\, who will share insights from the groundbreaking Mentor Me Equal project\, which is rethinking mentoring to level the playing field for people of all genders.\nEvidence from the field with QueerTech Co-Founder & COO Eustacio (Andy) Saldaña\, who will present the latest research on mentoring’s role in supporting talent development\, and what the data reveals about creating sustainable mentor programs.\nCorporate leadership in practice with Mackenzie Kybele from TD\, who will discuss how TD Bank is rising to these challenges with programs that empower employees and strengthen leadership pipelines.\n\nPanelists\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nJennifer Petrela (she/her)\nExecutive Director\, Mentorat Québec\n \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nJennifer Petrela is the executive director of Mentorat Québec and an expert in inclusive mentoring. Jennifer publishes articles\, hosts events\, and speaks publicly in French and English about the theory and practice of mentoring in different settings and sectors. She speaks regularly on the intersection of mentorship and equity\, diversity and inclusion and has launched national and international partnerships to make inclusive mentoring more accessible to members of equity-deserving groups. A proud ally\, in 2004 Jennifer advised Canada’s LGBTQ+ Chambers of Commerce on Out For Business\, the chamber’s mentorship program for entrepreneurs. Jennifer volunteers regularly as a mentor and is herself a mentee in perpetual evolution. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n\nEustacio (Andy) Saldaña (he/him)\nCo-Founder & COO\, QueerTech \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nEustacio (Andy) Saldaña is the Chief Operating Officer and Co-founder of QueerTech\, a Canadian non-profit focused on empowering\, connecting\, and increasing the visibility of 2SLGBTQ+ technologists and entrepreneurs. The organization is dedicated to the mission of queering the tech ecosystem. Previously\, he served as the Executive Director of the NY Tech Alliance\, a non-profit organization that runs the world’s largest Meetup group\, the NY Tech Meetup (NYTM). With over 60\,000 members and a mission to build a more sustainable\, diverse\, and equitable technology industry for all New Yorkers\, the organization is a central figure in the NY Tech ecosystem. A fervent advocate for diversity\, access\, and inclusion in technology\, Andy excels in building relationships and fostering dialogues that drive change. His efforts have been recognized with several accolades\, including a spot on Crain’s New York Business 2020 Notable LGBTQ Leaders and Executives list\, and inclusion in the 2019 Tech Power 50 by City & State\, a leading media company covering New York’s government and politics. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nMackenzie Kybele (she/her)\nRegional Manager\, Business Development\, TD Bank\n \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nMackenzie Kybele co-leads 2SLGBTQ+ Business Development within the GTA Market to leverage TD’s strong position in the 2SLGBTQ+ community to identify and acquire new business opportunities\, deepen our existing customer relationships and amplify the TD brand in the community. She brings 5 years of experience at TD starting within Retail Banking and moving into Wealth Management. From her dedicated support to financial planners to then supporting the entire wealth line of business from the national office\, Mackenzie brings deep subject matter expertise on the Wealth client experience and strategy while building relationships across the field. Mackenzie has been a visible leader in the transgender community for the past decade from supporting local initiatives both internally at TD and externally at the 519\, while also mentoring younger transgender and gender diverse folks. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nFacilitator\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n \nColin Druhan (he/him)\nExecutive Director\, Pride at Work Canada \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nColin Druhan (he/him) is the Executive Director of Pride at Work Canada\, and mentorship has shaped his career from the very start. When he moved from Nova Scotia to Toronto more than 20 years ago\, Volunteer Toronto played a vital role in his development. He later returned the favour by volunteering with the community that once mentored him\, eventually being elected President in 2018. \nColin has mentored newcomers through programs like Jumpstart Refugee Talent’s Welcome Talent Canada initiative and shaped nonprofit leaders through the Enchanté Network’s mentorship program\, helping dozens of leaders start over in Canada or build their careers from scratch. He also created Pride at Work Canada’s signature leadership programs THRIVE and FLOURISH\, which have supported hundreds of leaders across Canada and beyond. \nAccessibility\n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClosed captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\n\nPlease register below for additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row]Registration for this event has closed.[/vc_row]
URL:https://prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20251209/
CATEGORIES:Free event,Leadership,Panel Discussion
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251216T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133846
CREATED:20250918T201553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T220256Z
UID:10000919-1765890000-1765895400@prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Virtual “Pink Tank” Session: Mentoring Matters
DESCRIPTION:December 16\, 2025 | 1:00–2:30 PM ET\nExclusive to Proud Partners | $35 Participation Fee* | This session has limited capacity. \nImplementing change initiatives can feel like navigating choppy\, uncharted waters. Some days the seas are calm; other days\, a single wave can push you two steps back. Mentoring is the compass that keeps us moving forward — but hearing about its promise isn’t enough. In this Virtual “Pink Tank\,” let Pride at Work Canada be that trusted mentor as we help you turn ideas into action. \nHosted by Jade Pichette\, Director of Programs at Pride at Work Canada\, this Proud Partner–only session is where theory meets practice. You’ll test ideas against real workplace challenges\, share experiences with peers\, and map out solutions together. With live discussion\, chat engagement\, surveys\, and pre-event input\, you’ll leave with direction you can actually use. \nWe’ll dive into four key questions: \n\nWhat new insights did we gain from the December 9 webinar?\nWhat confirmed what we already knew about mentoring?\nWhat strategies sounded good but feel impossible to implement at work?\nWhat short-term wins can we achieve right now?\n\nTo make the most of our 90 minutes\, participants will complete a brief pre-event survey and can opt to review curated pre-read materials. With attendance limited\, you’ll have the space to engage meaningfully and leave with a plan you can actually put into practice. \n[vc_row nav_skin=”dark” consent_include=”include”][vc_column css_animation=””][vc_button_arrow title=”Register Today!” style=”simple” display=”display_block” skin=”dark” css_animation=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.ca%2Fe%2Fvirtual-pink-tank-session-mentoring-matters-tickets-1732651751029|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row] \nFacilitator\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″] \n\nJade Pichette (they/them)\,\nDirector of Programs\, Pride at Work Canada \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″] \nJade Pichette is an inclusion\, diversity\, equity\, and accessibility (IDEA!) professional based in Tkarón:to/Toronto. Currently\, Jade serves as the Director of Programs at Pride at Work Canada\, where they work with over 250 large employers across Canada around gender expression\, gender identity\, and sexual orientation inclusion. Previously\, Jade served as the Volunteer and Community Outreach Coordinator at the ArQuives\, the Education Programs Coordinator at Kind Space\, and an independent inclusion consultant. They are an Ásatrú Gythia (priestess) and interfaith advocate who was the first trans-feminine person to present at the Parliament of World Religions in 2018. Jade was one of the authors of Transitioning Employers: A survey of policies and practices for trans inclusive workplaces and is the cohost of the Uncovering Belonging Podcast. Jade has been named one of Future of Good’s 2022 Young Impact Leaders\, Toronto Metropolitan University’s 2021 Pride Champions. In their spare time they can be found geeking out over queer\, trans\, and Norse histories\, firekeeping\, and spending time with their chosen family. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility\n\nSpoken language: English\nClosed captioning: English\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom\, interactive mode)\n\nPlease note this session is limited to employees of Proud Partner organizations only. Additional accessibility requests can be submitted via the registration form.\n*This contribution helps support Pride at Work’s mission and activities\, and better guarantees the attendance of our registrants. It also ensures an exclusive conversation with our Executive Director.
URL:https://prideatwork.ca/event/virtual-pink-tank-session-20251216/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Paid event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260113T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133846
CREATED:20251119T181000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T182629Z
UID:10000939-1768323600-1768327200@prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:THRIVE 2026: Information Session
DESCRIPTION:January 13th 2026\, 5pm-6pm ET \nJoin us for an Information Session about THRIVE\, a transformative ten-week virtual program designed to empower and develop the next generation of Two-Spirit\, queer\, and trans people managers. If you’re ready to step into leadership roles with confidence and pride\, this session is for you! \nAbout THRIVE:\nTHRIVE is a ten-week virtual program that will develop the next generation of Two-Spirit\, queer and trans people managers. Participants will get exclusive access to queer and trans leaders working at the highest levels of Canadian business and engage in important peer-to-peer discussions. Through live Zoom sessions\, collaborative group study\, and self-directed work our sixth THRIVE cohort will collectively unlock their potential as out leaders. \nTHRIVE will help you enhance your skills\, build your network\, and take your career to the next level as an out leader. \nAccessibility:\n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClose captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests.\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.\nQuestions about THRIVE 2026 can be directed to Templeton Sawyer (he/him)\, Leadership Programs Coordinator\, at templeton.sawyer@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20260113/
CATEGORIES:Free event,Leadership,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260210T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260210T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133846
CREATED:20251119T190429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T220844Z
UID:10000941-1770742800-1770746400@prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:THRIVE 2026: Information Session
DESCRIPTION:February 10th 2026\, 5pm-6pm ET \nJoin us for an Information Session about THRIVE\, a transformative ten-week virtual program designed to empower and develop the next generation of Two-Spirit\, queer\, and trans people managers. If you’re ready to step into leadership roles with confidence and pride\, this session is for you! \nAbout THRIVE:\nTHRIVE is a ten-week virtual program that will develop the next generation of Two-Spirit\, queer and trans people managers. Participants will get exclusive access to queer and trans leaders working at the highest levels of Canadian business and engage in important peer-to-peer discussions. Through live Zoom sessions\, collaborative group study\, and self-directed work our sixth THRIVE cohort will collectively unlock their potential as out leaders. \nTHRIVE will help you enhance your skills\, build your network\, and take your career to the next level as an out leader. \nAccessibility:\n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClose captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests.\n\nRegistration for this event has closed.\nQuestions about THRIVE 2026 can be directed to Templeton Sawyer (he/him)\, Leadership Programs Coordinator\, at templeton.sawyer@prideatwork.ca.
URL:https://prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20260210/
CATEGORIES:Free event,Leadership,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260224T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133846
CREATED:20260113T173757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T230459Z
UID:10000964-1771938000-1771943400@prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Advocating for Equity: Modernizing the Employment Equity Act [In English]
DESCRIPTION:February 24 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. Ce webinaire aura lieu en français le 3 mars. \nEmployment equity has been a priority for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities in Canada for over 50 years. Despite this long term advocacy\, 2SLGBTQIA+ workers remain excluded from the Employment Equity Act’s protections\, leaving them underrepresented in data and equity initiatives\, and facing persistent barriers such as wage gaps\, precarious work\, and higher unemployment. \nIn September 2025\, 2SLGBTQIA+ organizations gathered for coordinated advocacy on Parliament Hill\, meeting with parliamentarians from across the political spectrum\, sharing a clear and united message: equity in employment is not optional—and the time to act is now. \nIt’s time for the Employment Equity Act to explicitly include 2SLGBTQIA+ and Black communities as designated groups\, and to include stronger intersectional\, transparent\, and accountable mechanisms that reflect today’s workplace realities. \nJoin us to learn about our proposed updates to the Act\, our advocacy work\, and how you can get involved! \nLearning objectives:\n\nUnderstand the gaps in the Employment Equity Act\nLearn about recommendations for the modernization of the Act\nExplore advocacy efforts and strategies\n\nTarget audience:\n\n2SLGBTQIA+ employees at Pride at Work Canada’s partner organizations\nEmployee Resource Group (ERG) leaders\nHR & DEI Professionals\n\nPanelists\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n\nBilan Arte (she/her)\nNational Representative\, Human Rights Department\nCanadian Labour Congress \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nBilan Arte is an award-winning activist and organizer with over fifteen years of experience in campaigns\, leadership\, and movement building. She holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of Ottawa\, and she is the National Representative for Human Rights at the Canadian Labour Congress. \nBilan is a Black\, Muslim feminist who lives and works in the unceded and never-surrendered traditional territories of the Algonquin and Anishinaabe peoples. \nIn all aspects of her work\, Bilan is fueled by her passion for social justice and equity. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n\nNoah Inniss-Parchment (he/him)\nManager\, Operations\nLGBT YouthLine \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nNoah is a Black person of Jamaican descent and of trans experience born and raised on the traditional unceded unsurrendered lands of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people (Ottawa). He received his Bachelor of Social Work in 2014 from Carleton University\, and has since worked and volunteered for various 2SLGBTQI+ organisations nationally\, and within Ottawa and Toronto. Noah previously worked at YouthLine in 2017\, and is excited to be back leading and supporting operations. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nFacilitator\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n\nQuinn Blue (he/they)\nProgram & Engagement Coordinator \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nQuinn Blue is a professional in 2SLGBTQIA+ education and programming. Quinn spent over a decade working in the student movement\, having held equity and inclusion-focused roles at the University of Ottawa and at Algonquin College. His formal education is in Women and Gender Studies and in Teaching Adult Learners. They’ve volunteered extensively with the Ten Oaks Project\, which taught them about the incredible value of community building. Quinn is passionate about change-making and learning. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility\n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClosed captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\n\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca \nRegistration for this event has closed.
URL:https://prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20260224/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260303T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260303T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133846
CREATED:20260113T195505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T232246Z
UID:10000965-1772542800-1772548200@prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Advocating for Equity: Modernizing the Employment Equity Act [In French]
DESCRIPTION:March 3 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 PM EDT – this event is exclusive for employees of our Proud Partners and Community Partners. This webinar will also take place in English on February 24.  \nEmployment equity has been a priority for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities in Canada for over 50 years. Despite this long term advocacy\, 2SLGBTQIA+ workers remain excluded from the Employment Equity Act’s protections\, leaving them underrepresented in data and equity initiatives\, and facing persistent barriers such as wage gaps\, precarious work\, and higher unemployment. \nIn September 2025\, 2SLGBTQIA+ organizations gathered for coordinated advocacy on Parliament Hill\, meeting with parliamentarians from across the political spectrum\, sharing a clear and united message: equity in employment is not optional—and the time to act is now.\nIt’s time for the Employment Equity Act to explicitly include 2SLGBTQIA+ and Black communities as designated groups\, and to include stronger intersectional\, transparent\, and accountable mechanisms that reflect today’s workplace realities. \nJoin us to learn about our proposed updates to the Act\, our advocacy work\, and how you can get involved! \nLearning objectives:\n\nUnderstand the gaps in the Employment Equity Act\nLearn about recommendations for the modernization of the Act\nExplore advocacy efforts and strategies\n\nTarget audience:\n\n2SLGBTQIA+ employees at Pride at Work Canada’s partner organizations\nEmployee Resource Group (ERG) leaders\nHR & DEI Professionals\n\nPanelists\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n\nBilan Arte (she/her)\nNational Representative\, Human Rights Department\nCanadian Labour Congress \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nBilan Arte is an award-winning activist and organizer with over fifteen years of experience in campaigns\, leadership\, and movement building. She holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of Ottawa\, and she is the National Representative for Human Rights at the Canadian Labour Congress. \nBilan is a Black\, Muslim feminist who lives and works in the unceded and never-surrendered traditional territories of the Algonquin and Anishinaabe peoples. \nIn all aspects of her work\, Bilan is fueled by her passion for social justice and equity. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n\nAlex Arseneau (he/him)\nAlter Acadie NB \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nAlex Arseneau est directeur général d’Alter Acadie NB\, le seul organisme de défense des droits 2SLGBTQIA+ francophone à l’est du Québec. Depuis son lancement en 2023\, Alter Acadie NB s’est imposé comme un pilier du militantisme franco-queer au pays\, notamment par son travail de plaidoyer et de revendication\, ancré dans les réalités rurales\, face à la montée de l’extrême droite et à l’intensification des attaques contre les droits queer. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nFacilitator\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \nCynthia Eysseric (she/her)\nConsulting Coordinator \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nCynthia is a dedicated professional working at the intersection of feminism\, LGBTQ+ rights\, and sexuality education. She holds a bachelor’s degree in sexology from the Université du Québec à Montréal and a certificate in entrepreneurship and SME management from Université Laval\, bringing a strategic and inclusive approach to her work. Her commitment to LGBTQ+ communities has led her to collaborate with several organizations\, including the Réseau des lesbiennes du Québec (RLQ) and Club Sexu\, where she serves as Vice President on the Board. She is also part of the team at Fierté au travail Canada\, a national organization advocating for LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion. Passionate about organizational inclusion\, Cynthia began a graduate microprogram in equity\, diversity\, and inclusion in the workplace at Université Laval in 2024. Her work aims to strengthen intersectionality within the spaces she engages in\, reinforcing her commitment to creating more just and representative environments. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility\n\nSpoken language: French – This webinar will also take place in English on February 24.\nAutomatic translation: French to English\nClosed captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\n\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca \nRegistration for this event has closed.
URL:https://prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20260303/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Partner-only event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133846
CREATED:20260112T184148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T220452Z
UID:10000959-1773752400-1773757800@prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Empowering 2SLGBTQIA+ Workers in Energy: From the Office to the Field [In English]
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, March 17 from 1 PM to 2:30 PM ET – Ce webinaire aura lieu en français le 14 avril. \nCanada’s energy sector is evolving\, but for 2SLGBTQIA+ workers\, jobsites remain high-risk environments where harassment\, hypermasculinity\, and isolation are still seen as just part of the job. Based on the recent report “Empowering 2SLGBTQIA+ Workers in Energy\,” published by Pride at Work Canada\, this webinar offers concrete actions employers\, unions\, and community partners can take. \nOver 90 minutes\, we’ll begin with a brief presentation of key findings from the national qualitative study involving 2SLGBTQIA+ workers\, business and people leaders\, and community organizers. We’ll then move to a facilitated panel featuring experts\, industry leaders\, and community organizations\, demonstrating how these findings can be put into practice\, followed by an open Q&A. \nTogether\, we’ll examine how homophobia and transphobia manifest on job sites\, how office-focused DEI efforts often fail to reach field-based workers\, and what is needed to rewire systems so that psychological and physical safety are seen as inseparable. We’ll also showcase promising practices: simple communication strategies\, inclusive infrastructure\, accountability mechanisms\, and the roles of ERGs\, mentorship\, and leadership in fostering lasting change. \nFormat\n90-minute webinar: \n\n15 min – presentation of key research findings\n45 min – panel discussion (3 speakers)\n30 min – audience Q&A / group discussion\n\nKey learning outcomes\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nRecognize common ways homophobia and transphobia appear in energy workplaces\, and how these behaviours impact inclusion\, safety\, and retention.\nIdentify gaps between office-centric DEI initiatives and field-based work\, and understand why closing these gaps is essential to genuine workplace inclusion.\nApply the guide’s recommendations for practical actions to advance 2SLGBTQIA+ safety and inclusion.\n\nPanelists\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nMitchel Bowers\n(he/they) \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nMitchel Bowers\, also known by his vibrant drag alter ego\, Simma Downe\, brings a unique and dynamic perspective to his work. Beyond being an advocate for inclusion\, Mitchel is a seasoned performer with over 10 years of experience as Simma Downe\, a captivating Metis Two Spirit Drag Queen. Mitchel is a champion for 2SLGBTQ+ inclusion and Two Spirit visibility. As the Executive Director of Wood Buffalo Pride and a founding member of the Oil Royals\, he has played a crucial role in shaping the queer community in Fort McMurray. They have experience working across sectors including the energy sector\, where they were a founding member of the companies 2SLGBTQ+ ERG\, and helped drive systemic and policy change to improve inclusion. Their commitment extends to community-building initiatives\, with a focus on human rights\, safety\, and security. Mitchel wears many hats serving on multiple boards including\, Arts Council Wood Buffalo\, the Missing\, Murdered and Exploited Indigenous Peoples Task Force\, and more. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nTee Albino\n(they/them) \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nTee Albino is presently the Human Rights Business Representative for the IBEW Local 353 in Toronto. They are also on the Executive Board of the OFL\, on the Human Rights Advisory Committee of the CLC and on the executive board of the National Electrical Workers Minority Caucus. Tee has been involved on several committees and has held elected positions in the IBEW as well as working as an apprentice instructor for several years at their original local in Vancouver BC. They also sat on the OASIS committee for NETCO(National Electrical Trades Council) and was chair for the WAGE committee for EHRC(Electrical Human Resources Canada). They have also collaborated on the creation of and co-instructed for The Pathway Program for Women and Gender Diverse Folks for IBEW 353. They continue their human rights work through advocacy\, training\, coalition building and to encourage effective mentorship on the job working toward the transformation of construction culture. \nThey are presently working on Bystander Intervention Training for the Construction Industry. Through this and many other initiatives and training\, they are hoping to transform the construction industry to a more equitable\, inclusive atmosphere where all workers can feel a sense of belonging and be able to thrive. This will\, hopefully\, in turn filter into the community. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \nTémoc Vega\n(they/them) \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nTémoc Vega\, PhD\, is the Learning and Development Coordinator at the Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario (ECAO). With a background in research\, critical policy analysis\, organizing\, and teaching\, they are building an educational program designed to actually work for ECAO members and their teams. \nBeyond just improving efficiency or meeting compliance requirements\, Témoc is focused on helping electrical contractors create workplaces that are inclusive\, fulfilling\, and collaborative. At the heart of this work is a commitment to building a genuine culture of learning\, where workers at every level feel valued\, empowered\, and supported to grow in their current roles or advance into new ones if they choose. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nFacilitator\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n\nTing-Fai Yu (he/him)\nProject Coordinator\, Energy \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nTing-Fai Yu is an anthropologist-turned-organizational consultant with extensive experience in academic and applied settings. As a scholar of transnational queer Chinese cultures\, his research has appeared in field-shaping journals like the Journal of Homosexuality\, Journal of Ethnic and Migration Studies\, and Journal of Intercultural Studies\, as well as in landmark volumes such as the Elgar Encyclopedia of Queer Studies and Oxford Handbook of Language and Prejudice. He received his PhD in gender studies from the Chinese University of Hong Kong and has held faculty and research positions at Monash University\, Leiden University\, and the Netherlands Institute for Advanced Study. As a DEI professional\, Ting-Fai previously worked for Logitech as the first DEI Lead to oversee the Asia Pacific region and lead global Pride initiatives. He has been a faculty member of The Conference Board’s DEI Masterclass Certificate Program\, training business and people leaders on workplace psychological safety and intercultural competence. His work in queer and organizational inclusion has been featured in global media outlets and leading industry publications\, including BBC News\, the HR Excellence Magazine\, and HRM Asia. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccessibility\n\nSpoken language: English – Ce webinaire aura lieu en français le 14 avril.\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClosed captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\n\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca \nRegistration for this event has closed.
URL:https://prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20260317/
CATEGORIES:Panel Discussion,Partner-only event,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133846
CREATED:20260112T205103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T194202Z
UID:10000961-1776171600-1776177000@prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Empowering 2SLGBTQIA+ Workers in Energy: From the Office to the Field [In French]
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, April 14 2026 1PM to 2:30PM ET – This webinar is taking place in English on March 17. \nCanada’s energy sector is evolving\, but for 2SLGBTQIA+ workers\, jobsites remain high-risk environments where harassment\, hypermasculinity\, and isolation are still seen as just part of the job. Based on the recent report “Empowering 2SLGBTQIA+ Workers in Energy\,” published by Pride at Work Canada\, this webinar offers concrete actions employers\, unions\, and community partners can take. \nOver 90 minutes\, we’ll begin with a brief presentation of key findings from the national qualitative study involving 2SLGBTQIA+ workers\, business and people leaders\, and community organizers. We’ll then move to a facilitated panel featuring experts\, industry leaders\, and community organizations\, demonstrating how these findings can be put into practice\, followed by an open Q&A. \nTogether\, we’ll examine how homophobia and transphobia manifest on job sites\, how office-focused DEI efforts often fail to reach field-based workers\, and what is needed to rewire systems so that psychological and physical safety are seen as inseparable. We’ll also showcase promising practices: simple communication strategies\, inclusive infrastructure\, accountability mechanisms\, and the roles of ERGs\, mentorship\, and leadership in fostering lasting change. \nFormat\n90-minute webinar: \n\n15 min – presentation of key research findings\n45 min – panel discussion (3 speakers)\n30 min – audience Q&A / group discussion\n\nKey learning outcomes\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nRecognize common ways homophobia and transphobia appear in energy workplaces\, and how these behaviours impact inclusion\, safety\, and retention.\nIdentify gaps between office-centric DEI initiatives and field-based work\, and understand why closing these gaps is essential to genuine workplace inclusion.\nApply the guide’s recommendations for practical actions to advance 2SLGBTQIA+ safety and inclusion.\n\nPanelists\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \n\nJennifer Petrela (she/her)\nExecutive Director\, Mentorat Québec \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nJennifer Petrela (she/her) is the executive director of Mentorat Québec and an expert in inclusive mentoring. Jennifer publishes articles\, hosts events\, and speaks publicly in French and English about the theory and practice of mentoring in different settings and sectors. She speaks regularly on the intersection of mentorship and equity\, diversity and inclusion and has launched national and international partnerships to make inclusive mentoring more accessible to members of equity-deserving groups. A proud ally\, in 2004 Jennifer advised Canada’s Queer Chamber of Commerce on Out For Business\, the Chamber’s mentorship program for entrepreneurs. In 2003\, she co-directed a study on women in STEM in Québec and collaborated on a book presenting the study’s recommendations. Jennifer volunteers regularly as a mentor and is herself a mentee in perpetual evolution. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n \n\nPasquale Lo Mascolo (he/him)\nEquity\, Diversity\, and Inclusion Advisor\, Hydro-Québec \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nPasquale Lo Mascolo is an Equity\, Diversity\, and Inclusion Advisor at Hydro-Québec. In this role\, he helps design and implement organizational strategies aimed at strengthening equity\, representation\, and a sense of belonging within the organization. He draws on a diverse professional background in communications\, marketing\, and internal engagement\, expertise that allows him to address EDI issues with a keen understanding of levers of influence\, stakeholder engagement\, and cultural transformation. Pasquale has been actively involved in advocating for the rights of LGBTQ+ communities for several years\, notably as co-chair of the Conseil québécois LGBT and as a member of the communications and marketing committee for Pride at Work Canada. Guided by an intersectional approach and a deep sense of social justice\, he works to build inclusive\, humane\, and bold workplaces where every person can feel recognized\, respected\, and valued. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nFacilitator\n[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n\nCynthia Eysseric (she/her)\nConsulting Coordinator \n[/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″] \nCynthia is a dedicated professional working at the intersection of feminism\, LGBTQ+ rights\, and sexuality education. She holds a bachelor’s degree in sexology from the Université du Québec à Montréal and a certificate in entrepreneurship and SME management from Université Laval\, bringing a strategic and inclusive approach to her work. Her commitment to LGBTQ+ communities has led her to collaborate with several organizations\, including the Réseau des lesbiennes du Québec (RLQ) and Club Sexu\, where she serves as Vice President on the Board. She is also part of the team at Fierté au travail Canada\, a national organization advocating for LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion. Passionate about organizational inclusion\, Cynthia began a graduate microprogram in equity\, diversity\, and inclusion in the workplace at Université Laval in 2024. Her work aims to strengthen intersectionality within the spaces she engages in\, reinforcing her commitment to creating more just and representative environments. \n[/vc_column][/vc_row] \nAccesibility:\n\nSpoken language: French – This webinar is taking place in English on March 17.\nAutomatic translation: French to English\nClosed captioning provided: French and English\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\n\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca \n\n\n\nFirst Name * \nLast Name * \nEmail Address * \nRepeat your email * \nEmployer/Organization * \nPosition/Title * \nCity - Province * \nAccessibility for this eventN/A\nMobility\nLanguage\nSign Language\nVision Impairment\nOther\n\nAccessibility (others or details)\nWould you like to be added to the Pride at Work Canada distribution list? * Yes\nNo\nAlready on
URL:https://prideatwork.ca/event/webinar-20260414/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260616T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260616T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133846
CREATED:20260402T174128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T175015Z
UID:10000984-1781622000-1781629200@prideatwork.ca
SUMMARY:Virtual ProPride 2026
DESCRIPTION:June 16\, 2026 | 1:00PM – 3:00 PM ET \nVirtual ProPride: Building Queer Futures is a two-hour interactive gathering that brings together Two-Spirit\, Queer\, and Trans leaders\, alongside committed allies\, to explore how we build workplaces and communities where 2SLGBTQIA+ people can thrive\, lead\, and shape the future. \nThrough a dynamic blend of thought leadership and peer-to-peer dialogue\, this virtual experience centers joy\, resilience\, accountability\, and systems change. Participants will engage in meaningful conversations about leadership\, wellbeing\, allyship\, and collective impact \, leaving with practical tools\, renewed energy\, and stronger connections across sectors and regions. \nWhether you are a 2SLGBTQIA+ leader or an ally committed to advancing equity\, Virtual ProPride offers a space to reflect\, connect\, and move from intention to lasting impact. \nAgenda\n\n1:00PM – 2:30 PM Panel\n2:30PM – 3:00 PM Virtual Networking\n\nLearning Goals:\n\nExamine the role of leadership\, allyship\, and community in advancing equitable workplaces where 2SLGBTQIA+ people can thrive and lead.\nIdentify practical approaches for supporting wellbeing\, accountability\, and inclusion within workplace and community settings.\nStrengthen cross-sector connections and collaborative strategies that contribute to long-term systems change for 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion.\n\nAccessibility:\n\nSpoken language: English\nAutomatic translation: English to French\nClosed captioning provided: English and French\nFormat: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)\nEngagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)\n\nPlease register below additional accessibility requests. Any questions may be sent to events@prideatwork.ca \nProPrides 2026 Series Includes: \n\nWinnipeg ProPride – May 26\, 2026\nVirtual ProPride – June 16\, 2026\nVancouver ProPride – July 14\, 2026\nMontreal ProPride – August [TBC]\, 2026\n[TBC] Ottawa ProPride – September\, 2026\n\nCheck back soon for more details about the speakers\, agenda\, and how to register.
URL:https://prideatwork.ca/event/virtual-propride-2026/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Networking,ProPride
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