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The “Clean Meat” Revolution? Documentary Meat the Future explores lab-grown meat alternative
Liz Marshall documentary profiles Memphis Meats and the growing “clean meat” movement
Should Your Crowdfunding Campaign Appeal to the Heart or the Brain?
The answer is not as straightforward as you may think. But these 3 takeaways can help you strategize
Use Your Superpowers: Social entrepreneurs learn to pivot during uncertain times
COVID-19 has forced purpose-led businesses to rethink their strategy in order to stay afloat and meet consumer demand
Love Sinks In: Bringing Lifesaving Handwashing Stations to Unhoused People
COVID protocols can be difficult for people experiencing homelessness. One initiative makes it easier for everyone to flatten the curve
COVID-19 is Impacting the World’s Most Vulnerable in Significant Ways
Communities in the developing world face additional challenges due to the pandemic. These social enterprises are stepping up to help
Microfinance Institutions are Facing an “Economic Tsunami”. How Will it Play Out?
How is COVID impacting the world of microfinance? We speak with experts to find out
Changing the Way Renewable Energy Projects Are Financed
Royalty financing transforms how renewable energy projects get financed while giving socially conscious investors attractive returns
Racial Disparities in COVID Rates Reveal Systemic Issues. It’s Time to Address Them
COVID-19 is exposing deep-rooted challenges that have existed for years. A systems approach is required to tackle them
Helping Farmers Mitigate Food Waste Due to COVID-19: TJ Galiardi of Outcast Foods
Halifax company upcycles fresh produce into dried fruit and vegetables to help meet increased demand
Saving Restaurants & Feeding Frontline Healthcare Heroes: Aron Solomon of Sustain the Line
Matching restaurants with donors who want to feed healthcare workers
Second Harvest Doubles Down on Food Recovery & Distribution With New Initiative
Cross-sectoral partners have one goal: to continue feeding the hungry and vulnerable during COVID-19 crisis
When Social Distancing is Impossible: Health and safety strategies for people with disabilities
COVID-19 quarantine measures present additional challenges for people who require assistance with daily tasks. Here’s how they’re coping.
Former Buddhist Monk Shares Advice on How to Be More Mindful During Stressful Times
The COVID-19 crisis has instilled fear in many. But there are ways to mitigate the anxiety with mindful meditation.
Community Response Fund Launched to Help Those in Need in British Columbia
Fund will support services and programs designed for the most vulnerable populations across British Columbia
GiftAMeal Launches Plan to Feed Hungry During COVID-19 Crisis
Social enterprise announces initiatives to support their restaurant partners and to continue fighting hunger
Fighting Food Waste with Cutting-Edge Technology
How one venture is using big data to cut food waste, improve forecasting and increase profitability of food supply chains
Keeping Charitable Dollars Where They Need To Be: How RightGift is changing in-kind giving
Empowering nonprofits, businesses and individuals to better engage in transparent, direct giving of items for those in need
Breaking Out In Prison: Humanitarian photographer shares her views on criminal justice reform
Using images, Babita Patel highlights the challenges faced by the incarcerated. In this Op-Ed, she makes the case for change
This Social Entrepreneur Uses Horses to Help People Cope with Grief and Loss
As teachers, horses help individuals start, maintain and process their own expression of healing
Are Beauty Products Making Us Sick? In conversation with director of Toxic Beauty, Phyllis Ellis
We speak with the director of an eye-opening documentary that exposes the hard truths about dangerous, unregulated toxins in our products.
Simple Changes in Our Urban Environment Could Create a Truly Inclusive Society
What can we do to create public and private spaces that are welcoming to everyone and easily accessed by people of all abilities?
Why Investing in Women is Good for Business: In convo with Beth Bengtson of Working for Women
How one organization is elevating women in the workforce while enabling businesses to be a force for social good
How to Build Collaborative Fundraising Relationships
These 4 steps can help organizations overcome challenges when raising funds together
Changing the Face of Giving Back: In Conversation with Kits for a Cause
There’s a new kid on the block when it comes to employee engagement and giving back. And they’re re-defining meaningful impact
Podcasts
Helping Farmers Mitigate Food Waste Due to COVID-19: TJ Galiardi of Outcast Foods
Halifax company upcycles fresh produce into dried fruit and vegetables to help meet increased demand
Reinventing Humanitarian Aid: Natasha Freidus of NeedsList
How one venture is helping meet the needs of communities during global crises
Making Better Buildings for People & Planet: Chris Magwood of Endeavour Centre
We discuss the evolution of sustainable construction and how issues like embodied carbon inspired a rethink
Delivering Showers & Dignity to the Homeless: Doniece Sandoval of Lava Mae
Mobile showers pioneer transforms into nonprofit accelerator to address homelessness crisis
A Belt for People and Planet: Jen Perry of Jelt Belt
These belts are made of plastic waste and support empowerment of women and community
Investing in the Fight Against Global Inequality: David O’Leary of Origin Capital
Origin Capital focuses on impact investments that will transform the lives of the word’s most vulnerable people
Tiny Homes, Big Impact: Terrilee Kelford of Cornerstone Landing
One organization is trying to tackle the problem of youth homelessness with an innovative solution, hoping to prove that a small size can make a big difference
Sewing Hope for Refugees: Paul Klein of The Tailor Project
How a social innovation from Canada’s past is creating jobs for newcomers to Canada today
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