Events
Attend our exciting events to stay connected with Alberta’s 2SLGBTQI+ business community! From networking mixers and educational workshops to special celebrations, our events provide opportunities to build relationships, support local LGBTQ+ businesses, and foster inclusivity.
Check out our upcoming events and join us in strengthening the 2SLGBTQI+ business network across Alberta.
Chamber Events
Community & Partner Events
Autism 101
Sponsored by the City of Edmonton’s Beyond Belonging Grant, and presented by Autism Edmonton, this 90-minute webinar offers a deep dive into the neurodiverse experience—unpacking what autism is, and what it isn’t.
Presenter Bio
Douglas Parsons is a Manager at Autism Edmonton, where he leads learning and capacity building initiatives that help businesses, organizations, professionals, and communities build greater understanding of autism and create more inclusive environments. He also leads the Housing and 3rd Space programs. An award-winning educator and curriculum developer with more than 20 years of experience in adult education, workforce development, and inclusive practice, Douglas has worked with learners and organizations across a wide range of sectors and communities. His work makes complex conversations accessible, practical, and relevant to the people in the room.
His connection to Edmonton’s 2SLGBTQI+ community is also deeply personal. Douglas co-founded and organized Pride Corner on Whyte and created and hosted Tales of the 2SLGBTQ+, a podcast that shares stories and experiences from across the community. His work brings together education, lived experience, and community building, with a focus on moving beyond awareness toward understanding, acceptance, and practical changes that allow people to participate, belong, and be themselves.
INSPIRE Tour: Solidarity in Resistance.
Join the Chamber and take part in the Day of Pink INSPIRE Tour. Celebrate 2SLGBTQIA+ trailblazers and mark two pivotal anniversaries in Canadian history:
- 🏆 50th Anniversary of the Montreal Olympic Raids
- 🏛️ 55th Anniversary of the ‘We Demand’ Protest
History isn’t just the past—it’s an active tool to build a respectful, equitable, and affirming tomorrow.
🎭 What to Expect:
An immersive experience featuring a brand-new play by Lawrence Aronovitch, age-appropriate short documentary screenings, and interactive discussions.
The 50th Anniversary of the Montreal Olympic Raids: The pivotal turning point that laid the foundation for the very first official Gay Village in North and South America.
The 55th Anniversary of the ‘We Demand’ Protest: Canada’s very first national gay rights demonstration on Parliament Hill in 1971.
Event Dates & Locations
Oct 21, 2026 – Edmonton
6 pm – EVO (11508 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, AB)
Oct 22, 2026 – Calgary
5:45 pm – Calgary Public Library (800 3 St SE, Calgary)
Autism 201
Expanding on Autism 101, this 90-minute webinar explores autism in the workplace and how employers can support their neurodiverse employees. Sponsored by the City of Edmonton’s Beyond Belong grant and presented by Autism Edmonton.
Presenter Bio
Douglas Parsons is a Manager at Autism Edmonton, where he leads learning and capacity building initiatives that help businesses, organizations, professionals, and communities build greater understanding of autism and create more inclusive environments. He also leads the Housing and 3rd Space programs. An award-winning educator and curriculum developer with more than 20 years of experience in adult education, workforce development, and inclusive practice, Douglas has worked with learners and organizations across a wide range of sectors and communities. His work makes complex conversations accessible, practical, and relevant to the people in the room.
His connection to Edmonton’s 2SLGBTQI+ community is also deeply personal. Douglas co-founded and organized Pride Corner on Whyte and created and hosted Tales of the 2SLGBTQ+, a podcast that shares stories and experiences from across the community. His work brings together education, lived experience, and community building, with a focus on moving beyond awareness toward understanding, acceptance, and practical changes that allow people to participate, belong, and be themselves.
Alberta 2SLGBTQIA+ Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting
Event Details
- Date: Tuesday, November 24, 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM MT
- Location: Virtual (Link provided closer to event)
- Cost: Free (RSVP required)
