Rainbow Registered

Rainbow Registered Holiday Gift Guide 2023
2023-11-01 00:00 - 2023-12-31 23:59 (America/Vancouver)
Dive into a world of unique, inclusive gifts from Rainbow Registered accredited businesses. Support 2S2SLGBTQI+ friendly businesses this festive season.

Rainbow Registered Open Office Hours (June 29th, 2023) - Come Chat!
2023-11-01 00:00 - 2023-12-31 23:59
Date: June 29, 2023 3:00 pm – June 29, 2023 5:00 pm EST

Are you interested in pursuing the Rainbow Registered program or are you an accredited Rainbow Registered business that wants to:

discuss how to maximize your accreditation

receive feedback on your current diversity & inclusion efforts

discuss any questions or concerns you are experiencing related to Rainbow Registered and 2SLGBTQI+ inclusion

The Rainbow Registered program manager is holding open office hours on the last Thursday of each month to have an ongoing, dedicated opportunity for businesses to drop in and chat with our team about whatever is on their mind.

Drop in anytime between 3 PM and 5 PM Eastern and let’s chat!

Register Here

Not able to make it to the office hours or have an urgent question? Email us anytime at rainbowregistered@queerchamber.ca , and our team is always happy to chat.

Rainbow Registered Open Office Hours (Sept 28th, 2023) - Come Chat!
2023-11-01 00:00 - 2023-12-31 23:59
Date: September 28, 2023 3:00 pm – September 28, 2023 5:00 pm EST

Are you interested in pursuing the Rainbow Registered program or are you an accredited Rainbow Registered business that wants to:

discuss how to maximize your accreditation

receive feedback on your current diversity & inclusion efforts

discuss any questions or concerns you are experiencing related to Rainbow Registered and 2SLGBTQI+ inclusion?

The Rainbow Registered program manager is holding open office hours on the last Thursday of each month to have an ongoing, dedicated opportunity for businesses to drop in and chat with our team about whatever is on their mind.

Drop in any time between 3 PM and 5 PM Eastern and let’s chat!

Register Here

Not able to make it to the office hours or have an urgent question? Email us at rainbowregistered@queerchamber.ca and our team is always happy to chat.

Unleash the Power of LinkedIn with our Exclusive Masterclass!
2023-11-01 00:00 - 2023-12-31 23:59
Date: August 9, 2023 11:00 am – August 9, 2023 12:00 pm EDT

Location: Online

The POKR MasterClass on LinkedIn is a powerful session dedicated to optimizing your LinkedIn profile, learning strategies to connect with industry experts, and the keys to building a strong professional network. You’ll learn strategies to engage with peers, colleagues, and future revenue partners.

Don’t miss out on this unparalleled opportunity to revolutionize your LinkedIn presence and catapult your networking capabilities to unprecedented heights. Join our Masterclass now and unlock the limitless potential of LinkedIn!

Intro – Personal Story – how did we grow

Why LinkedIn – budget, personalization, credibility, validation

Update your profile – call to action.

Give Recommendations

Sample DM’s

Cadence (business post, article, personal post, videos, etc.)

Q&A

Register Now

INTRODUCING WEBINAR WEDNESDAYS!

Join us every second Wednesday of the month for our exciting and informative recurring webinars, where we dive into a world of knowledge and expertise. Explore a wide range of topics, from industry trends and best practices to cutting-edge innovations and strategies that can elevate your professional journey. Our expert speakers will captivate you with their insights, providing valuable tips, practical advice, and thought-provoking discussions.

Whether you’re just starting or looking to elevate your existing venture, our webinar series offers a supportive and inclusive environment where you can connect with like-minded individuals, expand your professional network, and foster meaningful collaborations. Led by industry experts and successful 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs, these webinars delve into various aspects of entrepreneurship, covering topics such as business development, marketing and branding, financial management, networking, and more.

Mark your calendar and join us on Wednesdays as we unlock new possibilities!

Your Host

Darren Thompson has over 16 years of experience with creating and sustaining sales, marketing, and business development plans. His passion is working with companies that create innovative technology and organizations that have a vested interest in making the world a more equitable and inclusive place for now and future generations. Darren has helped to build, repair and grow sales teams with a unique approach to building bridges of communication between product and consumer. Driving brand growth with a focus on interpersonal style has helped him reach successes like growing a sales team by 47% over 16 months.

What’s the Buzz? The Latest from Rainbow Registered
2023-11-01 00:00 - 2023-12-31 23:59
Date: July 25, 2023 12:00 pm – July 25, 2023 1:00 pm EDT

PLEASE NOTE: This event is open to businesses that are presently accredited in the Rainbow Registered program or those who have submitted their program application.

Join us for the latest updates on all of our activities, opportunities for education, networking and best practice sharing.

During this session we may:

Give updates on the program, including PR and marketing efforts.

Share best practices on maximizing your Rainbow Registered accreditation.

Highlight other programs offered by the CQCC, including membership benefits, the Certified Supplier Program, and training opportunities.

Provide an opportunity to connect and network with other Rainbow Registered businesses.

We will make time at the end for any questions and comments you may have.

Register today to learn more!

Register Here

What’s the Buzz? The Latest from Rainbow Registered
2023-11-01 00:00 - 2023-12-31 23:59
Date: August 23, 2023 12:00 pm – August 23, 2023 1:00 pm EDT

PLEASE NOTE: This event is open to businesses that are presently accredited in the Rainbow Registered program or those who have submitted their program application. Join us for the latest updates on all of our activities, opportunities for education, networking and best practice sharing.

Please sign up if you:

Are a Rainbow Registered accredited business or organization.

Are a current CQCC member who wants to learn about the benefits of becoming a Rainbow Registered business or organization.

Are a business or organization who is considering becoming a Rainbow Registered business or organization.

During this session we will:

Give updates on the program, including PR and marketing efforts.

Share best practices on maximizing your Rainbow Registered accreditation.

Highlight other programs offered by the CQCC, including membership benefits, the Certified Supplier Program, and training opportunities.

Provide an opportunity to connect and network with other Rainbow Registered businesses.

We will make time at the end for any questions and comments you may have.

Register today to learn more!

Register Here

What’s the Buzz? The Latest from Rainbow Registered (October 2023)
2023-11-01 00:00 - 2023-12-31 23:59
Date: October 24, 2023 12:00 pm – October 24, 2023 1:00 pm ET

PLEASE NOTE: This event is open to businesses that are presently accredited in the Rainbow Registered program or those who have submitted their program application. Join us for the latest updates on all of our activities, opportunities for education, networking and best practice sharing.

During this session we will:

Give updates on the program, including PR and marketing efforts.

Share best practices on maximizing your Rainbow Registered accreditation.

Highlight other programs offered by the CQCC, including membership benefits, the Certified Supplier Program, and training opportunities.

Provide an opportunity to connect and network with other Rainbow Registered businesses.

We will make time at the end for any questions and comments you may have.

Important: Registration link for this session will be sent to all eligible businesses via e-mail in advance.

What’s the Buzz? The Latest from Rainbow Registered (September 2023)
2023-11-01 00:00 - 2023-12-31 23:59
Date: September 26, 2023 12:00 pm – September 26, 2023 1:00 pm ET

PLEASE NOTE: This event is open to businesses that are presently accredited in the Rainbow Registered program or those who have submitted their program application. Join us for the latest updates on all of our activities, opportunities for education, networking and best practice sharing.

During this session we will:

Give updates on the program, including PR and marketing efforts.

Share best practices on maximizing your Rainbow Registered accreditation.

Highlight other programs offered by the CQCC, including membership benefits, the Certified Supplier Program, and training opportunities.

Provide an opportunity to connect and network with other Rainbow Registered businesses.

We will make time at the end for any questions and comments you may have.

Important: Registration link for this session will be sent to all eligible businesses via e-mail in advance.

Navigating 2SLGBTQI+ Diversity & Inclusion in the Tourism Industry – Webinar (Sept 20th, 2023)
2023-11-01 00:00 - 2023-12-31 23:59
Date: September 20, 2023 12:00 pm – September 20, 2023 2:30 pm ET

The global 2SLGBTQI+ market is significant and ever-growing. To tap into this potential, businesses must ensure that 2SLGBTQI+ staff and customers feel welcomed, accepted, and are provided with services that exceed their expectations and cater to their needs.

To bolster initiatives in fostering inclusive environments, CQCC’s Navigating 2SLGBTQI+ Diversity and Inclusion program educates businesses on 2SLGBTQI+ inclusion. The goal is to help businesses effectively understand, value, and serve the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

This training is delivered as a workshop webinar, live via Zoom.

Register Here

CQCC Members-Only Webinar | Growing your business with the Canadian Small Business Financing Loan
2023-11-01 00:00 - 2023-12-31 23:59
Date: October 11, 2023 11:00 am – October 11, 2023 12:00 pm

Learn how to start or expand your business with the Canadian Small Business Financing Loan Program (CSBFL). CSBFL is a treat financing option through TD and the Government of Canada to help small business owners that can help fund many aspects of their business needs.

Takeaways: You will learn how the program works, the qualification criteria, and how it can help your business needs.

Register Here

Your speaker

Meet the Buyer – Sonami
2023-11-01 00:00 - 2023-12-31 23:59
Companies in the manufacturing industry, SONAMI can support you with your R&D Leverage SONAMI support and partner with a post-secondary institution

Canadian companies within the manufacturing industry, did you know you can get access to federal funding, expertise from post-secondary institutions, and state-of-the-art equipment through the Southern Ontario Network for Advanced Manufacturing Innovation (SONAMI)?

Let SONAMI be your in-house research and development (R&D) team.

SONAMI is a Niagara College-led network of eleven post-secondary institutions, who, through their respective Research and Innovation Centres, collaborate with small- and medium-sized companies to tackle their manufacturing-related challenges.

Why should you leverage support from SONAMI?

1:1.2 match for company cash and in-kind contributions

For example: 10K invested into the project by SONAMI, and $12K financed by the company (20% should be in cash the rest can be in-kind or cash)

Companies keep their Intellectual Property (IP)

Streamlined application process (no long application form, just contact SONAMI)

Companies approach with a concept and/or challenge, then researchers develop and test innovative solutions that meet the manufacturer’s requirements

No administrative or compliance hassles

Serves companies in all of Canada

Continual intake process

Capabilities include:

automation

additive manufacturing technologies

product testing & validation

information & communication technology (including cyber security)

process optimization

simulation & modelling

commercialization and intellectual property protection support, and many more

Your company may be a good fit to work with SONAMI, even though your challenge does not neatly fit with the capabilities mentioned above. For example, SONAMI can help companies:

reduce the carbon footprint in their packaging

that do not manufacture products, but serve manufacturing companies

protect critical business data and information

Contact Mitchell Lutz, Business Development Lead at SONAMI mlutz@niagaracollege.ca to discuss how you can leverage assistance from SONAMI for challenges your company is facing.

Learn more on SONAMI’s website.

Watch a quick overview of SONAMI:

Your speaker

Interested in learning more about some of our Corporate Partners? This is the perfect opportunity to meet some of our partners at the CQCC and see what they are specifically looking for in procurement.

Please note that our Meet The Buyer sessions are for certified diverse suppliers only – for more information on becoming a certified supplier with CQCC, click here or email us at supplierdiversity@queerchamber.ca.
