Name: Q1 2026 - QT Connect Meetup Montreal
Start: 2026-03-25T21:00:00.000Z
Location: Intact

**\*\* TO ATTEND YOU MUST REGISTER WITH THIS LINK:** **[https://queertech.info/QTConnect2026_Vancouver_Q1](https://queertech.info/QTConnect2026_Vancouver_Q1)**

Join us for the QT Connect Meetup in Vancouver (hosted by [YWCA](https://ywcavan.org/)). This event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and build meaningful relationships within the community.
**Date:** Tuesday, February 24, 2025
**Time:** 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
**Location:** ​[YWCA](https://ywcavan.org/), [​535 Hornby St 4th Floor, Vancouver, BC](https://maps.app.goo.gl/4WBzYvTDi3G7cHdU7)
Whether you're an industry veteran or just starting out, this meetup offers a welcoming space for everyone. Enjoy engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and a chance to unwind with fellow professionals.
**We don't want ticket costs to be a barrier to joining us in this discussion. We have scholarship and volunteer tickets available. To sign up for a scholarship ticket or to volunteer, [fill out this form](https://wkf.ms/3V4Zh3X).**
​**Event Schedule & Agenda**
5:00 pm Registration & Networking
5:45 pm Welcome and Announce​ments
6:00 pm ​Speakers Hour
​7:00 pm Ask & Offer
7:​15 PM Open Networking
​8:00 pm Event Closes
**Community Asks & Offers**

* Need support from the community (mentorship, looking for a job, connections)?
* Have resources to provide to the community (mentorship, office hours, connections)

We always provide time for the community to *Ask for the things they need or Offer the resources they have available* during our Community Asks & Offers!
**THANK YOU TO OUR HOST**
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*[YWCA BC](https://ywcavan.org/) is a longstanding leader in advancing gender equity and building inclusive communities across British Columbia. With roots dating back over a century, the [YWCA](https://ywcavan.org/) delivers more than 80 programs and services that support individuals and families across parts of British Columbia, including affordable housing, education and mentorship, employment services, childcare, legal supports, and more.*
*At its core, [YWCA BC](https://ywcavan.org/) is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity. The organization explicitly advances gender equity alongside women, families, Two-Spirit and gender-diverse people, and embeds an intersectional approach in all aspects of its work — recognizing how gender, race, sexual orientation, ability and other identities intersect to shape people’s experiences.*
*A shining example of this commitment is the [YWCA](https://ywcavan.org/) Believe Program, a free employment and community support initiative for self-identified LGBTQIA+ and gender-diverse newcomers and refugees, providing career coaching, workshops, and wraparound support tailored to affirm participants’ identities.*
*Through advocacy, direct service, and community partnerships, [YWCA BC](https://ywcavan.org/) plays a vital role in supporting equity, belonging, and opportunity for LGBTQ+ individuals and diverse communities throughout Vancouver and the surrounding region.*
See [QueerTech Event Terms & Conditions](https://queertech.org/page/qt-events-terms-conditions) for more information

QueerTech Vancouver

Carol Sun

Q1 2026 - Connect Meetup Vancouver

YWCA Metro Vancouver

**\*\* REGISTER HERE FOR THE EVENT:**
**[https://queertech.info/QTConnect2026_Toronto_Q1](https://queertech.info/QTConnect2026_Toronto_Q1)**

***Don’t miss your chance to connect, grow, and celebrate with the 2SLGBTQIA+ tech community!***
Join us for the QTConnect Meetup in Toronto, hosted by **[Scotiabank](https://www.scotiabank.com/ca/en/about/our-company.html)**— a vibrant, in-person event designed to foster connection, career development, and community-building among 2SLGBTQIA+ tech professionals and allies.

Each quarter, we bring QTConnect to spotlight local voices and create inclusive spaces for queer folks in tech. Toronto’s dynamic tech scene and diverse queer community make it the perfect place to come together, share experiences, and spark meaningful conversations.
Whether you're a seasoned expert or just starting out, this meetup is your chance to expand your network and build lasting relationships. Expect engaging discussions, new connections, and a fun, welcoming atmosphere where everyone belongs.

**Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2026**
**Time:** 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
**Location:** **Scotiabank North Tower, Bay Adelaide Centre, 4th Floor**
**Address: [40 Temperance St., Toronto, ON M5H 0B5](https://maps.app.goo.gl/apPbDtcgurHJ33GL9)**

We don't want ticket costs to be a barrier to joining us in this discussion. We have scholarship and volunteer tickets available. To sign up for a scholarship ticket or to volunteer,[ fill out this form](https://wkf.ms/3V4Zh3X).

**Event Schedule & Agenda**
5:00 pm Registration & Networking
5:45 pm QT & Partner Welcome and Announcements
6:00 pm QT Inclusive AI launch
6:45 pm Ask & Offer
7:00 pm Open Networking
7:45 pm Event Closes
**Community Asks & Offers**

* Need support from the community (mentorship, looking for a job, connections)?
* Have resources to provide to the community (mentorship, office hours, connections)?
* We always provide time for the community to *Ask for the things they need or Offer the resources they have available* during our Community Asks & Offers!

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**ABOUT OUR HOST:**
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**[Scotiabank](https://www.scotiabank.com/ca/en/about/our-company.html)** is one of Canada’s leading financial institutions, committed to being the most trusted partner for its clients, their families, and communities through a broad suite of personal, commercial, and global financial services. With a culture built on inclusion, collaboration, and innovation, [Scotiabank](https://www.scotiabank.com/ca/en/about/our-company.html) fosters a welcoming environment for 2SLGBTQIA+ employees and actively supports LGBTQ2S+ communities through inclusive programs, benefits, and partnerships across Canada.
The bank has a long-standing focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, and was the first Canadian bank to adopt the United Nations Global LGBTI Standards of Conduct for Business. It is also a founding member of the Partnership for Global LGBTI Equality, supporting global inclusion standards. Scotiabank offers expanded benefits, such as enhanced gender-affirming healthcare coverage, robust Pride employee resource groups, and programs designed to grow 2SLGBTQIA+ leadership representation.

As a proud partner of QueerTech, Scotiabank helps advance equity in the tech sector by providing mentorship, career growth, and networking opportunities for LGBTQ2S+ professionals. They are also hiring talented individuals who want to contribute to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

**[Click here to browse their careers](https://queertech.getro.com/jobs?q=Scotiabank)**[.](https://queertech.getro.com/jobs?q=Scotiabank)
See [QueerTech Event Terms & Conditions](https://queertech.org/page/qt-events-terms-conditions) for more information.

QueerTech Toronto

Q1 2026 - Connect Meetup Toronto

Scotiabank

**\*\* REGISTER HERE FOR THE EVENT:**
[https://queertech.info/QTConnect2026_Montreal_Q1](https://queertech.info/QTConnect2026_Montreal_Q1)

Join us for our Q1 QT Connect Meetup in Montreal (hosted by [Intact)](https://www.intact.ca/fr/assurance-particuliers). This event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and build meaningful relationships within the community.

**Date:** March 25, 2026
**Time:** 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
**Location:** **[Intact](https://www.intact.ca/fr/assurance-particuliers)**\- [2020 Blvd Robert-Bourassa, Montréal, QC H3A 2A5, Canada (4th Floor)](https://maps.app.goo.gl/DwierootCq9aXyBHA)

**How to Access the Event Space:** Elevators will be unlocked and accessible for the 4th floor, allowing all guests to reach the space easily. Our team will ensure the cafeteria doors are unlocked so you can move in and out freely throughout the event. ***The building has three main entrances located on President-Kennedy Street, Robert-Bourassa, and via the metro entrance.***

Whether you're an industry veteran or just starting out, this meetup offers a welcoming space for everyone. Enjoy engaging discussions that will include navigating workplace/ industry challenges, future trends, continuous upskilling, and the importance of community support. This event is perfect for 2SLGBTQ+ professionals, allies, and all folks exploring the intersection of queerness and technology, from those new to tech to seasoned professionals.

**We don't want ticket costs to be a barrier to joining us in this discussion. We have scholarship and volunteer tickets available. To sign up for a scholarship ticket or to volunteer, [fill out this form](https://wkf.ms/3V4Zh3X).**

**Event Schedule & Agenda**
5:00 pm Registration & Networking
5:45 pm QT & Partner Welcome and Announcements
6:00 pm **QT Inclusive AI launch**
6:45 pm Ask & Offer
7:00 pm Open Networking
7:45 pm Event Closes
**Community Asks & Offers**

* Need support from the community (mentorship, looking for a job, connections)?
* Have resources to provide to the community (mentorship, office hours, connections)?

* We always provide time for the community to *Ask for the things they need or Offer the resources they have available* during our Community Asks & Offers!

**THANKS TO OUR HOST [INTACT](https://www.intact.ca/fr/assurance-particuliers)!**
![](https://community.queertech.org/storage/4085065/download)**[Intact Assurance](https://www.intact.ca/fr/assurance-particuliers)** is Canada’s leading provider of home, auto, and personal insurance, helping millions of people protect what matters most. As part of [Intact](https://www.intact.ca/fr/assurance-particuliers) Financial Corporation, they are committed to innovation, customer care, and building resilient communities across Canada, including here in Montreal.

[Intact ](https://www.intact.ca/fr/assurance-particuliers)is deeply invested in diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a workplace where people of all identities feel safe, respected, and empowered to thrive. Through employee-led initiatives such as the Pride Network and ongoing community partnerships, Intact actively supports the 2SLGBTQ+ community and works to create meaningful, inclusive impact both inside and outside the organization.

[Intact](https://www.intact.ca/fr/assurance-particuliers) is also **[actively hiring](https://careers.intactfc.com/jobs?filter%5Bcf_brand%5D%5B0%5D=Intact%20Financial%20Corporation&filter%5Bcf_brand%5D%5B1%5D=Hong%20Kong%20Data%20Lab&filter%5Bcategory%5D%5B0%5D=Technology)**, with exciting opportunities across technology and innovation teams. They welcome talented individuals who want to build impactful careers while contributing to a more inclusive future.

See [QueerTech Event Terms & Conditions](https://queertech.org/page/qt-events-terms-conditions) for more information.

QueerTech Montreal

Q1 2026 - QT Connect Meetup Montreal

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