CGLCC - Training

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the CGLCC - Training a grant, loan, or tax credit?

CGLCC - Training is a Expert Advice

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the CGLCC - Training?

CGLCC - Training is funded by Canadian LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC), Government of Canada

Q: Who is eligible for the CGLCC - Training program?

To be eligible for the CGLCC - Training program, you must: • No prerequisites required to attend the training sessions. • Companies are not mandated to complete both workshops; participation in one is sufficient.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the CGLCC - Training?

You can contact Canadian LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) by email at connor.mckiggan@cglcc.ca.

Q: Where is the CGLCC - Training available?

The CGLCC - Training program is available across Canada.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

Canada

Expertise to engage LGBT+ communities

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : May 12, 2021

Financing Type

Expert Advice

Eligible Industries

All industries

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

Get access to courses and workshops to learn how to engage with your LGBT+ employees, business opportunities or customers.

Activities funded

The CGLCC Training program provides workshops aimed at enhancing 2S2SLGBTQI+ diversity and inclusion in the workplace. These sessions are designed to educate employees and management on fostering an inclusive environment, using appropriate terminology, and creating supportive policies.

Workforce Session: A 90-minute session focused on starting conversations about 2S2SLGBTQI+ diversity and inclusion with the broader workforce, including discussions on terminology, gender diversity, pronouns, and allyship.
Management Session: A 90-minute session tailored for management, providing an overview of relevant language, gender diversity, workplace experiences of 2S2SLGBTQI+ individuals, and policies to enhance inclusion.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 2,700

Inclusion training for employees at a graphic design studio, including materials and consultation

$ 3,000

Sessions on 2S2SLGBTQI+ inclusion for healthcare providers at a local clinic

$ 4,000

Training sessions on 2S2SLGBTQI+ inclusion for workforce at a tech company

$ 3,500

Diversity and inclusion training for the management team of a local restaurant chain

$ 4,500

Comprehensive 2S2SLGBTQI+ inclusion program for employees at a manufacturing firm

$ 3,500

Workshop series on 2S2SLGBTQI+ inclusion for management at a local cooperative

Eligibility

Eligibility criteria for this grant are not yet specified.

Eligible expenses

The grant aims to support the advancement of 2SLGBTQI+ inclusivity through educational workshops and training sessions within organizations. The eligible activities focus on enhancing understanding, inclusion, and allyship in workplace environments.

Organizing workforce sessions to discuss 2SLGBTQI+ diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Facilitating management sessions aimed at supporting leadership in implementing inclusive policies and practices.
Conducting discussions about gender diversity and the use of inclusive pronouns.
Providing training on allyship principles for the broader workforce.
Offering strategies for management to begin or enhance diversity and inclusion journeys.

Selection criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:

Relevance of the project to the goals of the grant
Demonstrated need for the grant funding
Clarity and feasibility of the project plan
Credentials and experience of the applicant
Potential impact and sustainability of the project

How to apply

Visit the CGLCC website

Select the training program or workshop you are interested in

Contact Spencer at spencer@cglcc.ca to schedule a workshop or for more information

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

Workshops and sessions can be tailored specifically to align with your organization's diversity and inclusion goals.
Sessions are designed to facilitate open conversations and enhance understanding around 2S2SLGBTQI+ issues in the workplace.

Documents and links

CGLCC - Training

Contacts

connor.mckiggan@cglcc.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions about the CGLCC - Training Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the CGLCC - Training. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.