PROUD to join Manulife for a fireside chat

Thank you to Manulife and the PROUD ERG for hosting me at their PRIDE fireside chat this week.  We did an in-depth conversation on the queer and trans wealth gap, and what can be done to help narrow that gap. Did you know that according the the HRC, queer and trans people make 89 cents […]

We’re not poor because of avocado toast – systemic discrimination and employment barriers

The systemic discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals in the workplace has deep historical roots that span much of the 20th century. Across all industries and sectors, LGBTQ+ individuals encountered pervasive biases, discriminatory hiring practices, and hostile work environments solely based on their sexual orientation or gender identity. While many of the laws that kept us our […]

LGBTQIA+ and Employment Inequities

When I think about my community, the LGBTQIA+ community, I think about how far we’ve come in the past 20 years since I came out. The victories that we’ve won to secure our human rights as a society. But where we continue to lag behind is at the table of corporate Canada. In the annual […]

Uncovering Employment Inequities for LGBTQ2S+ Individuals

A recent white paper delves into the experiences of LGBTQ2S+ employees in Canada’s workforce. It’s disheartening to see how prejudice and discrimination continue to shape employment outcomes. Key Findings: LGBTQ2S+ individuals face systemic challenges in hiring, remuneration, and retention. Heteronormativity and cisnormativity often lead to job marginalization. Limited choices and exposure to discrimination affect job […]

Unmasking Workplace Inequities for LGBTQ2S+ Individuals

I had so much more to say after the last post, I’m thinking of turning this into a series! Looking closer into white paper written by the Social Research and Demonstration Corporation uncovers deep-seated issues faced by LGBTQ2S+ individuals in the workplace. Discrimination, prejudice, and microaggressions persist, affecting hiring, remuneration, retention, and advancement. Key Takeaways: […]