Originally published in 2023. Updated in May 2026.
Pride Month offers an important moment to reflect on how employers can better support 2SLGBTQI+ clients in their career journeys throughout the year and their entire career trajectory. This listicle features tools, organizations and learning resources that can help career development professionals and employers foster inclusion, expand opportunity and build workplaces where 2SLGBTQI+ people can thrive year-round. Members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community will also find resources such as community organizations, guides, toolkits and information to help them better understand their legal rights.
Looking for networking and professional development opportunities for your clients this month and beyond? Check out our recent roundup: Events to support the career development of 2SLGBTQ+ clients
2SLGBTQI+ inclusion and your talent strategy (KBRS) [Article]
Employers seeking to create a 2SLGBTQI+ inclusive workplace may find the four strategies provided in this article helpful.
Canadian Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) [Organization]
The aim of the Canadian Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce is to build a thriving and inclusive Canadian economy by bringing people together and highlighting the right resources for 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs. The CGLCC enables the 2SLGBTQI+ business community to grow through advocacy, education, capacity building and connections in partnership with allies.
Education and Training (The 519) [Speaker Series]
The Pride Speaker Series 2026 brings together practical conversations led by The 519’s Education and Training team—one of Canada’s largest providers of 2SLGBTQ+ inclusion training.
Egale Canada [Organization]
Egale Canada is the nation’s leading organization for 2SLGBTQI people and issues. The organization conducts research, legal advocacy, awareness campaigns and various education roles including free webinars and workplace inclusion. Workplace inclusion includes high-quality training and development for professional, management and organizational development.
Employment support services for LGBTQ+ individuals (Ontario HIV Treatment Network) [Guide]
The guide seeks to identify the persistent barriers 2SLGBTQI+ people face in employment and offers practical recommendations for career development practitioners and employment support providers to help 2SLGBTQI+ seek, gain and keep work.
EngiQueers Canada [Organization]
EngiQueers Canada is a nationwide non-profit organization that represents over 30 member groups at engineering schools across the country. It offers training workshops, professional development and a yearly national conference.
exeQutive [Organization]
exeQutive is a forum for Toronto area-based 2SLGBTQ+ leaders, including current and aspiring professionals, executives and entrepreneurs. The organization hosts a variety of networking events for members of exeQutive and their invited guests.
Finding Work: A Trans-Positive Guide (Simon Fraser University) [Guide]
This guide was developed to support trans individuals in their search and attainment of meaningful work. It is organized to reflect the “big three” stages of securing employment: exploration, applications and starting work. It shares tips on how to research trans-positive workplaces, have a professional online presence, prepare job applications and have a successful interview. It also informs of legal rights at the workplace.
Fostering Inclusivity: How Career Development Professionals Can Support the 2SLGBTQI+ Community in the Workforce (Career Professionals of Canada) [Article]
This article explores the role of career development professionals (CDPs) in fostering inclusivity and supporting the 2SLGBTQI+ community.
Leading & Learning with Pride: A revitalized tool kit on support 2SLGBTQI+ seniors (City of Toronto) [Guide]
This guide from the City of Toronto includes 27 recommendations in the areas of heath, housing, transportation, employment and income, and access to information for 2SLGBTQI+ seniors.
Out & Equal [Organization]
Out & Equal is a U.S.-based organization that works to advance LGBTQ+ workplace equality through learning and development, events and various publications.
Overcoming barriers for 2SLGBTQI+ in the workplace (Randstad) [Article]
This article addresses four ways companies can create a safe and inclusive workplace that address common barriers faced by 2SLGBTQI+ individuals.
Pride at Work [Organization]
Pride at Work Canada empowers Canadian employers to build workplaces that celebrate all employees regardless of gender expression, gender identity and sexual orientation. The organization has various services including consulting, training sessions, reports, guides and toolkits, and a workplace audit.
Services and Supports for 2SLGBTQI+ Newcomers (Access Alliance) [Organization]
Access Alliance has various supports specifically for 2SLGBTQI+ newcomers including an Employment Program which runs on an ongoing cycle. Over the course of several weeks, participants learn employment skills related to job seeking, resume building and interviews in a Canadian context.
Start Proud [Organization]
Start Proud is a community-focused organization that aims to bridge the gap between 2SLGBTQIA+ talent and the resources they need to excel. The organization offers education, mentorship and advocacy through panel discussions, leadership summits and networking events.
Supporting 2SLGBTQI+ clients: fostering inclusivity and equity in career development (Career Professionals of Canada) [Blog]
This blog post for career professionals explores practical strategies to better serve 2SLGBTQI+ clients.
Your Journey: A Career Guide for Trans and Nonbinary Students (University of Toronto) [Guide]
Your Journey is designed to support trans and nonbinary students in applying for jobs. The guide encourages them to reflect on their own wants, needs and values, and how these might show up in different career possibilities. The guide also provides practical tips and strategies as well as useful information on rights in the workplace.
Additional reading
- Beyond binarism: Countering gender identity discrimination in the workplace
- Case Study: Job-shadowing program helps LGBTQ2+ students navigate workplace concerns
- Developing trans-inclusive career resources for students
- In their own words: LGBTQ+ employees share their work experiences
- LGBTQ+ microaggressions in the workplace
- LGBTQ2+ minority stress in the workplace: How discrimination hurts health
- Making meaningful connections: LGBTQ2+ communications
- Pride stories: 7 2SLGBTQ+ books for career practitioners
- Supporting LGBTQ+ workers’ mental health
- Resources to support the career development of transgender people
- Research: how to be a better ally to the LGBTQ+ community
- What to know about supporting LGBTQ+ employees
