2024

Leaders to Be Proud Of spotlights exceptional 2SLGBTQIA+ trailblazers, celebrating their profound influence on industries, communities, and beyond.

Recognizing our Leaders.

Canada's premier awards program dedicated to recognizing and celebrating exceptional 2SLGBTQIA+ leaders who have made significant contributions to their industries, communities, and beyond. L2BPO honours individuals whose leadership transcends boundaries, driving progress and creating a more inclusive world for all.

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Recognizing our Leaders.

Canada's premier awards program dedicated to recognizing and celebrating exceptional 2SLGBTQIA+ leaders who have made significant contributions to their industries, communities, and beyond. L2BPO honours individuals whose leadership transcends boundaries, driving progress and creating a more inclusive world for all.

2025 Award Categories.

01

Leading executive ally award

This award recognizes a senior executive who has made a strong contribution to advancing 2SLGBTQIA+ issues within their organization and the broader business community through advocacy and outreach as an empowered ally.

02

Emerging leaders award

Celebrating an outstanding individual within the first five years of their career, this award honours their vision, professional excellence, and incredible leadership ability.

03

Lifetime achievement awards

This prestigious award honours an individual who has made significant contributions to the business or professional community throughout their career, demonstrating exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and economic value.

04

Pride at Work Canada advocate award

This award highlights individuals who have played an active leadership role within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, particularly in advancing 2SLGBTQIA+ workplace inclusion through advocacy and policy.

05

Technology leader award

This award celebrates groundbreaking 2SLGBTQIA+ tech leaders, companies, and projects that have made a significant contribution to the Canadian tech and tech entrepreneurship landscape.

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The professional leader award

Honouring a seasoned professional who has made a significant contribution to their industry, this award recognizes exceptional leadership, market presence, and strategic vision within the business or professional community.

Proudly Presented in Partnership with TD

We are proud to announce our 2025 Corporate Partner, presented in partnership with TD, a long-standing champion of diversity, equity, and inclusion. At Leaders to be Proud Of, our mission to honour and uplift exceptional 2SLGBTQIA+ leaders is made possible by the generous support of partners like TD, who share our commitment to fostering inclusive environments in workplaces and communities alike.

TD’s dedication to promoting diversity and inclusion resonates deeply with our values, and together, we continue to pave the way for positive change. We thank TD for their ongoing leadership, unwavering support, and commitment to creating a future where everyone can bring their authentic selves to every opportunity.

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