Founded in 2007, Start Proud is a national movement of 2SLGBTQ+ individuals creating opportunities, dialogues, advocacy opportunities, and life-long mentorships in Canada. We continue to partner with leading institutions, employers, and government groups to offer safe spaces for queer people to achieve their full potential at work, and at home.
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Through virtual mentorship programming, annual events and flagship conferences, and sponsored activities; students and professionals get access to an exclusive community of likeminded individuals.
Together with our 100+ sponsors and partners, we serve as one of the largest conduits for hiring queer individuals in Canada.
Get the skills you need to be successful in any career through a series of events, development programs, mentorship activities, and partner collaborations; all designed to build your confidence, upskill your development, and ace any career goal you might have.
Get connected with a mentor in your area of interest and learn how to succeed in your career.
Develop interpersonally to become the best version of yourself; take charge and be that bold human we know you already are.
Apply to companies and positions that are certified to make you feel welcome, confident, and able to show up as your true self.
Become a mentor and support the next generation of up-in-coming queer talent.
Enact changes via litigation and policy advocacy to create a place that is safer and more inclusive for everyone.
Build bold connections and find people just like you via our online community and in-person events.
Partner with Start Proud to continue to evolve a better ecosystem of 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, advance equality, and promote opportunities to Canada's largest queer professional collective.
We've partnered with over 100 amazing organizations over the years; each one has helped us fulfill our mission and support thousands of students and young professionals.