BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//GayOut//Event Export//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH BEGIN:VEVENT UID:367245@gayout.com DTSTAMP:20261102T185904Z DTSTART:20261210T180000Z DTEND:20261210T230000Z SUMMARY:CQCC Night of Distinction: Halifax DESCRIPTION:@ \\n \\n \\n \\n \\nNight of Distinction\\, CQ CC’s regional celebration of excellence in queer entrepreneurship\\, is coming to Halifax this December!\\nJoin us on \\;December 10\\, 2026 \\, at the \\;Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 \\;for an evening celebrating the entrepreneurs\\, corporate partners and changema kers strengthening our communities from coast to coast.\\nWhether you’r e an entrepreneur looking to grow your network\\, a corporate partner see king to connect with diverse suppliers or an ally committed to more inclu sive business\\, there’s a place for you at the table. \\nBringing toge ther business leaders\\, diverse suppliers and community champions\\, Nig ht of Distinction is an opportunity to make meaningful connections\\, dis cover innovative local businesses and celebrate the people creating lasti ng impact. From an interactive vendor showcase and live entertainment to entrepreneur pitches and distinction presentations\\, \\;Night of Dis tinction Halifax \\;promises an unforgettable evening celebrating the strength and vibrancy of Halifax’\\;s 2SLGBTQI+ business community. \\nFrom an interactive vendor showcase and live entertainment to entrepre neur pitches and distinction presentations\\, \\;Night of Distinction Halifax \\;promises an unforgettable evening celebrating the strengt h and vibrancy of Halifax’\\;s 2SLGBTQI+ business community.\\nRegis ter ASAP for this celebration\\, happening \\;December 10 \\;in t he vibrant city of Halifax!\\nGet your ticket today!\\nIf you had already signed up for the former October date\\, your previous registration is s ecure and will automatically transfer to the new date.\\nIf you’re unab le to attend\\, please contact communications@queerchamber.ca to request a cancellation and refund. Thank you for your support\\, and we look forw ard to welcoming and celebrating with you in December.\\nWHAT TO EXPECT\\ nDate &\\; Time: December 10\\, 2026 –\\; 6 to 11pm AT\\nLocation : Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21\\nCelebrate queer business ex cellence at the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21\\, one of Halif ax’s most meaningful cultural landmarks. Honouring the stories of peopl e who have shaped Canada\\, the museum offers a fitting backdrop for cele brating the diverse perspectives\\, entrepreneurial spirit and contributi ons of 2SLGBTQI+ business leaders building a more inclusive future.\\nAtt endees can look forward to: \\nI | Welcome Reception \\;Arrive\\, get settled in and connect with fellow guests over our shared passion of inc lusive business to the tune of a live DJ set.\\nII | Distinctions and Rec ognition \\;Celebrate trailblazing 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs who are dr iving change and redefining excellence. \\;\\nIII | Curated Matchmaki ng Dinner \\;Engage in meaningful conversations through strategic sea ting that connects diverse suppliers with corporate leaders over a plated dinner.\\nIV | Vendor Showcase \\;Discover and support 2SLGBTQI+ bus inesses from Halifax and across the region\\, while learning about their unique journeys.\\nV | Inspiring Keynote &\\; Entertainment \\;Be moved by powerful stories of impact and energized by drag performances\\, a live DJ and dancing to close out the night.\\n \\n \\n \\n \\nCQCC ME MBER TICKETS\\nYour ticket will help support the reception of the evening !Are you a CQCC Member?\\nCQCC Certified Supplier\\nCQCC FAM Member\\nCQC C Corporate Partner\\nCQCC Regional Affiliate Member\\n$25+ TAX\\nGet you rs\\nNON-MEMBER TICKETS\\nThis ticket will help support the reception por tion of the evening!\\nNOTE: If you are a small business who is not in th e CQCC network\\, please reach out to office@queerchamber.ca if ticket co st is a barrier for you.\\nInterested in becoming a CQCC member? There ar e numerous ways to connect with us\\, regardless of business size or owne rship: we have a membership for you. Learn more about our membership\\, o fferings\\, and benefits here\\, and find the best fit for you.\\n$50+ TA X\\nRSVP\\nDistinctions to Be Presented\\nCommunity Leadership Distinctio n\\nRecognizes a business owner who demonstrates an exceptional commitmen t to giving back\\, strengthening their community\\, and creating positiv e social impact beyond their own business. \\;\\nGrowth &\\; Achie vement Distinction \\;\\nRecognizes a business that has demonstrated significant growth\\, development\\, and evolution\\, while showing a cle ar commitment to building a sustainable business. \\;\\nWestern Canad a Diverse Supplier of the Year\\nRecognizes an outstanding 2SLGBTQI+-owne d supplier in Eastern Canada that demonstrates excellence in business per formance\\, innovation\\, and its contribution to supplier diversity. \\ nREGISTRATION OPEN\\nRSVP here!\\nWe’re curating an intimate evening fo cused on quality networking and cross-sector connections. To ensure your seat at the table\\, please ensure you submit your registration soon.\\np hotography and video notice\\nPlease be advised that photography and vide o recording may take place during this event. Photos and video may be use d in Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce communications and promotional ma terials\\, including on our website and social media channels. If you pre fer not to be photographed or recorded\\, please notify a staff member on site or contact communications@queerchamber.ca.\\nhttps://www.gayout.com/ usa-canada/canada/calgary/events/cqcc-night-of-distinction-halifax-2026-1 2-10 LOCATION:queerchamber.ca URL:https://www.gayout.com/usa-canada/canada/calgary/events/cqcc-night-of-distinction-halifax-2026-12-10 STATUS:CONFIRMED END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR