Manitoba Ambassador Meeting
2026-03-25 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Winnipeg)
Wednesday March 25, 2026 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm CT | 2:00pm – 3:00pm ET
The Ambassador Program operates as a series of regional groups made up of representatives from our Proud Partner network who share best practices and strategies for creating 2SLGBTQIA+ affirming work environments.
To learn more about the program and join, visit prideatwork.ca/programs/ambassador-program/

BC Ambassador Meeting
2026-04-09 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver)
Thursday, April 9 | 4:00pm – 5:00pm EDT | 1:00pm – 2:00pm PDT
The Ambassador Program operates as a series of regional groups made up of representatives from our Proud Partner network who share best practices and strategies for creating 2SLGBTQIA+ affirming work environments.
To learn more about the program and join, visit prideatwork.ca/programs/ambassador-program/

Empowering 2SLGBTQIA+ Workers in Energy: From the Office to the Field [In French]
2026-04-14 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Toronto)
Tuesday, April 14 2026 1PM to 2:30PM ET – This webinar is taking place in English on March 17.
Canada’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.
Over 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.
Together, 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.
Format
90-minute webinar:

15 min – presentation of key research findings
45 min – panel discussion (3 speakers)
30 min – audience Q&A / group discussion

Key learning outcomes
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Recognize common ways homophobia and transphobia appear in energy workplaces, and how these behaviours impact inclusion, safety, and retention.
Identify gaps between office-centric DEI initiatives and field-based work, and understand why closing these gaps is essential to genuine workplace inclusion.
Apply the guide’s recommendations for practical actions to advance 2SLGBTQIA+ safety and inclusion.

Panelists
Panelists to come
Facilitator

Cynthia Eysseric (she/her)
Consulting Coordinator

Cynthia 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.

Accesibility:

Spoken language: French – This webinar is taking place in English on March 17.
Automatic translation: French to English
Closed captioning provided: French and English
Format: Virtual (Zoom in webinar mode)
Engagement type: participants invited to engage via chat (no audio or video)

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Calgary Roundtable: Outside the Main Office
2026-04-16 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Edmonton) | Norton Rose Fulbright – Calgary, 400 3 Ave SW, Suite 3700, Calgary, AB, T2P 4H2, Canada
Hosted by Norton Rose Fulbright
April 16, 2026 | 12PM – 1:30PM MST | By Invitation*
Pride at Work Canada is pleased to convene employers, leaders, and equity practitioners for a Calgary-based roundtable hosted by Norton Rose Fulbright. Inspired by the report “Empowering 2SLGBTQIA+ Workers in Energy,” this discussion will explore what inclusion looks like beyond headquarters—across worksites, client locations, field operations, and other non-traditional or decentralized workplaces.
Participants will engage in a candid, peer-based conversation about the unique challenges and opportunities facing 2SLGBTQIA+ workers in energy and related sectors, particularly where organizational culture, policies, and supports must travel outside the main office. The roundtable will examine how employers can foster safety, belonging, and visibility in environments shaped by geography, operational demands, and legacy norms.
This session is designed to surface practical strategies, emerging practices, and shared accountability for advancing inclusion where it is often hardest to sustain.
Discussion topics will include:

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

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

Spoken language: English

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

* About Our Invitation-Based Events
Pride at Work Canada regularly hosts small, intentional roundtables and gatherings across the country that bring together voices from government, business, advocacy, and community sectors. These spaces are designed to support honest dialogue, knowledge exchange, and strategic collaboration.
Participation is by invitation to ensure a balanced group across types of organizations, identities, sectors, and lived experiences related to the themes at hand. We consider both professional expertise and community insight when shaping these conversations, and we center engagement from our Proud Partners and Community Partners, while also welcoming expressions of interest from others doing meaningful work in this space.
If you’d like to be considered for this or any future events, you can reach out to Jose Patiño-Gomez, Director of Stakeholder Engagement & Advancement, or fill out this short form to register your interest.

Atlantic Ambassador Meeting
2026-04-21 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax)
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 | 2:00pm AT | 2:30pm NL
The Ambassador Program operates as a series of regional groups made up of representatives from our Proud Partner network who share best practices and strategies for creating 2SLGBTQIA+ affirming work environments.
To learn more about the program and join, visit prideatwork.ca/programs/ambassador-program/

Ontario Ambassador Meeting
2026-04-22 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto)
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET
The Ambassador Program operates as a series of regional groups made up of representatives from our Proud Partner network who share best practices and strategies for creating 2SLGBTQIA+ affirming work environments.
To learn more about the program and join, visit https://prideatwork.ca/programs/ambassador-program/

Calgary Ambassador Meeting
2026-05-06 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton)
Wednesday, May 6, 2025 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm MT | 5:00pm – 6:00pm ET
The Ambassador Program operates as a series of regional groups made up of representatives from our Proud Partner network who share best practices and strategies for creating 2SLGBTQIA+ affirming work environments.
To learn more about the program and join, visit https://prideatwork.ca/programs/ambassador-program/

Winnipeg ProPride 2026
2026-05-26 15:30 - 20:30 (America/Winnipeg) | RRC Polytech – Manitou a bi Bii daziigae, 319 Elgin Ave, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3A 0K4, Canada
Join Pride at Work Canada for an engaging evening of networking and connection, dedicated to advancing 2SLGBTQIA+ rights and fostering inclusive workplaces. This event brings together professionals, community members, and job seekers from diverse industries to share experiences, exchange ideas, and build meaningful relationships.
Building Queer Futures
Building Queer Futures is Pride at Work Canada’s 2026 ProPride series, focused on helping organizations and individuals move from intention to long-term impact. At a time of rapid social, political, and workplace change, this series asks a critical question: what does it take to build workplaces where 2SLGBTQIA+ people can not only belong today, but shape the future?
Through a forward-looking, systems-level lens, Building Queer Futures examines how power, policy, leadership, and culture intersect to influence the experiences and outcomes of Two-spirit, queer and trans people at work. The series of educational sessions will centre on practical strategies for strengthening inclusion across the employee lifecycle, advancing intersectional equity, and embedding accountability into organizational decision-making.
Designed for leaders, HR and DEI practitioners, employee network members, and anyone creating a space for 2SLGBTQIA+ people in the workplace. Building Queer Futures invites us to think beyond short-term initiatives and commit to building workplaces that are resilient, equitable, and shaped by 2SLGBTQIA+ voices, now and into the future.
ProPrides 2026 Series Includes:

Winnipeg ProPride – May 26, 2026
Virtual ProPride – June 16, 2026
Vancouver ProPride – July 14, 2026
Montreal ProPride – August [TBC], 2026
[TBC] Ottawa ProPride – September, 2026

Check back soon for more details about the speakers, agenda, and how to register.

Vancouver ProPride 2026
2026-07-14 15:30 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver)
Join Pride at Work Canada for an engaging evening of networking and connection, dedicated to advancing 2SLGBTQIA+ rights and fostering inclusive workplaces. This event brings together professionals, community members, and job seekers from diverse industries to share experiences, exchange ideas, and build meaningful relationships.
ProPride 2026: Building Queer Futures
Building Queer Futures is Pride at Work Canada’s 2026 ProPride series, focused on helping organizations and individuals move from intention to long-term impact. At a time of rapid social, political, and workplace change, this series asks a critical question: what does it take to build workplaces where 2SLGBTQIA+ people can not only belong today, but shape the future?
Through a forward-looking, systems-level lens, Building Queer Futures examines how power, policy, leadership, and culture intersect to influence the experiences and outcomes of Two-spirit, queer and trans people at work. The series of educational sessions will centre on practical strategies for strengthening inclusion across the employee lifecycle, advancing intersectional equity, and embedding accountability into organizational decision-making.
Designed for leaders, HR and DEI practitioners, employee network members, and anyone creating a space for 2SLGBTQIA+ people in the workplace. Building Queer Futures invites us to think beyond short-term initiatives and commit to building workplaces that are resilient, equitable, and shaped by 2SLGBTQIA+ voices, now and into the future.
ProPrides 2026 Series Includes:

Winnipeg ProPride – May 26, 2026
Virtual ProPride – June 16, 2026
Vancouver ProPride – July 14, 2026
Montreal ProPride – August [TBC], 2026
[TBC] Ottawa ProPride – September, 2026

Check back soon for more details about the speakers, agenda, and how to register.
