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Welcoming the next wave of young entrepreneurs

In a celebration of innovation and inclusivity, the OUT For Business youth entrepreneur program continues to champion the dreams of 2SLGBTQI+ youth entrepreneurs across Canada. As we joyously mark the […]

Announcing the 2023 2SLGBTQI+ Business Leadership Awards’ Winners!

CGLCC is proud to announce this year’s 2SLGBTQI+ Business Leadership Award winners!

2023 Holiday Gift Guide: Shop and Support Rainbow Registered 2SLGBTQI+ Inclusive Businesses

We are excited to announce the launch of our exclusive Holiday Gift Guide at RainbowRegisteredStore.ca, a platform where shopping meets the heart of diversity and inclusion. This holiday season, we […]

Announcing the 2023 2SLGBTQI+ Business Leadership Awards’ Finalists

And the nominees are in…the 2023 Business Leadership Awards’ Finalists have been announced!

Celebrating international successes: CGLCC Trade Mission recap, with gratitude

At Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC), we celebrate and value the power of inclusivity and collaboration. Our recent Trade Mission to Denver, USA, from August 15th to 18th, 2023, […]

Celebrating 20 years of diversity and inclusion in Canada

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETORONTO, ON – AUGUST 30, 2023 CGLCC celebrates two decades of effectively connecting 2SLGBTQI+ businesses, government, corporate members, and community partners. This year marks the 20th anniversary of […]

CGLCC named Global Affiliate Chamber of the Year

Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) recognized as the Global Affiliate Chamber of the Year by the National 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC). This prestigious award not only acknowledges CGLCC’s […]

Summit 2023: Wrapped!

The CGLCC would like to thank all those who attended the 2023 Global 2SLGBTQI+ Business Summit & Supplier Diversity Forum that took place on June 14-16 virtually and in beautiful Kingston, Ontario.

It was truly a journey that will be remembered! The magic and connections that can be made when we come together as a community to empower others is magnificent.

The Federal Government selects CGLCC to administer the fund for Canada’s first-ever 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Program

KINGSTON, ON – June 15, 2023 – The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, announced that the Government of Canada has selected Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) to administer Canada’s first-ever 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Program.