The LGBTQ Corporate Directors Canada Association joined The Sustainable Stock Exchanges’ first global “Ring the Bell for LGBTIQ+ Equality” initiative.
From May 14th to the 23rd, stock exchanges around the world “rang the bell” for LGBTIQ+ equality, marking the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia with bold, visible support. Events kicked off with Toronto on Tuesday, May 13 (yes, we led the charge!), Wednesday, May 14 with the London Stock Exchange (opening bell) and Australia’s ASX (closing bell) with our Australian partner Australian LGBTQ+ Board & Executive Inclusion (ALBEI), followed by Paris, Amsterdam, and many other Euronext exchanges on Monday, May 19 with both the opening and closing bells, and wrapping up in Frankfurt on Friday, May 23. Other events include Cambodia, Namibia, and CBOE Chicago. Part of a global initiative led by the United Nations, the Sustainable Stock Exchange Initiative, the United Nations Global Compact, and Koppa – The LGBTI+ Economic Power Lab, the campaign brought together businesses, civil society, and exchanges to spotlight LGBTQ+ inclusion—and yes, the markets are very into Pride this season.
The ceremony was followed by a private dinner hosted by EY in their Executive Boardroom. During the dinner, we had an engaging discussion on the role of LGBTQ+ participation in Canada’s corporate leadership. Attendees included Corporate Board members from the LGBTQ+ community and board-ready candidates.