Global

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Global Program at CGLCC: Your Gateway to International Growth

With Canada’s incredible business potential, the world is full of opportunities for LGBTQ+ Certified suppliers ready to expand beyond our borders. That’s why CGLCC, with the generous support of Export Development Canada (EDC) as our Global Program Sponsor, is proud to help Canadian businesses go global. 

We offer a Export Readiness Training Program—a 4-6-week modular course designed to give you the knowledge, skills, and connections you need to explore global markets. As part of a cohort of like-minded business leaders, you’ll learn the fundamentals of exporting, gain insights from industry experts, and build a support network that continues long after the program ends.

But our commitment to your success doesn’t stop there. CGLCC regularly conducts trade missions around the world, having successfully visited the United States, the European Union, Brazil, Mexico, and more. We connect you with international chambers of commerce and organizations eager to partner with Canadian businesses. Our resources, events, and partner connections give you insider knowledge on international trends, direct access to market experts, and the chance to meet key decision-makers who can help propel your business forward.

In partnership with the Government of Canada, CGLCC led Canada’s first-ever international LGBT trade mission in 2019, proudly showcasing Canada’s commitment to being at the forefront of expanding global opportunities for all.

Canadian SME’s offer tremendous business solutions and partnership opportunities, and together there is no limit to what can be achieved.  

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CGLCC is committed to collaborative international development

Over the years, we have worked with partners in Thailand and India, and we are currently teaming up with partner organizations in Colombia and Latin America to cultivate stronger economic and social ties that support economic inclusion globally.  By forging alliances, bridging knowledge gaps, and sharing best practices, CGLCC fosters inclusive economic growth that uplifts Canadian businesses worldwide. CGLCC is a proud multi-year partner in the ACT Together For Inclusion Fund (ACTIF) and organizational partner of Dignity Network Canada.

Check out some of our recent trade missions

• Mexico with Pride Connection: cglcc.ca/global-initiatives/exploratory-trade-mission-mexico-city/
• New York City with Lesbians Who Tech: cglcc.ca/global-initiatives/lesbians-who-tech-nyc-mission/
• Palm Springs with NGLCC: cglcc.ca/news/48-degrees-of-smoking-hot-trade-mission-success-in-palm-springs-california/
• Brazil with Câmara de Diversidade e Inclusão: cglcc.ca/news/successful-conclusion-of-historic-trade-mission-to-sao-paulo-brazil/

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Contact us

Connect with CGLCC’s Global Team to learn more about how we can help you go global.

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Meet our global partners

Our international network is on the rise.

By connecting Canadian 2SLGBTQI+ enterprises to a global network of other LGBT+ chambers of commerce, governments, corporate partners and individuals, CGLCC helps you access international opportunities. Through collaborative agreements, we make it easier for our members to seek procurement opportunities around the world.