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Creating a Safer World: In convo with tech entrepreneur making a big impact
Determined to mitigate mass shootings, these entrepreneurs are on mission to save lives and make the world a safer place
Partnership Between Jewish Founders of Food Startup and UAE-based Producer a ‘Triumph of Coexistence, Peace and Mutual Respect’
The historic deal is a testament to the power of diplomacy in building bridges among communities and entrepreneurs
Can Business Be ‘At One’ with Nature? In Conversation with Tom Chi
We sit down with an impact investor trying to disrupt industries harming the planet by investing in technologies that will eventually make them obsolete
6 Ways to Support Social Entrepreneurs at Forefront of Pandemic: Learnings from Ashoka Changemakers United
Social entrepreneurs have been stepping up to help communities during COVID-19. The question is how do we support them in their work?
New Innovative Partnership Will Deliver Affordable Housing Across Canada
VCIB and Habitat for Humanity launch $30M credit facility designed to increase access to capital for local Habitat organizations
‘We Can’t Wait for Others to Help’: Creative collaborations speed vital services to the unhoused
COVID has offered valuable lessons about collaboration, scaling impact in a crisis, and how to give care in a way that changes lives
Barter and Fairer Resource Distribution: How social change organizations can benefit
How can social impact leaders benefit from barter and what challenges will they face along the way?
Change the Narrative to Change the Future
How do the stories we choose to tell affect our lives? By telling different stories, could we, in fact, change the world?
Carrying the Torch: Pioneering Black and women scientists & the activist enterprises they’ve inspired
A new generation of activist organizations are promoting scientists who still have to fight to get the opportunities and recognition they deserve
Here’s How Businesses Can Embrace Responsibility for the Planet
5 steps a business can take – with encouragement from consumers – to steer the planet in the right direction
Toward Social Impact: How working at the Clinton Foundation helped shape this changemaker’s career
We speak with a former Clinton Foundation lawyer using the best practices he learned to make for-profit social good a scalable endeavour
The Next Step in Responsible Investing: Paving the road for greater inclusion
Can a global crisis change the way we invest? Some hopeful thoughts in the midst of a pandemic and calls for diversity
Redefining the Entrepreneurship Ecosystem to Better Support Creative Women Entrepreneurs
Dinner conversations leads to new report that sheds light on barriers faced by underrepresented entrepreneurs
Which Popular Brands are Meeting their Sustainability Promise & Which are Lagging Behind?
Sustainability is easy to promote but harder to maintain. We highlight 9 companies who fell astray and 5 others who can feel proud
What is Blended Finance and Is it Needed?
We define blended finance, explore the conditions it needs to work well – and delve into the question of whether it’s even necessary.
Polyculture May Sound Hard, But it’s Much Easier Than You Think
A simple introduction to polyculture and intercropping & the benefits it can bring to your backyard ecosystem
An Impactful Gift Guide For The Holidays
If you’re looking to make a difference with the gifts you buy this year, check out these social startups
How the Circular Economy Can Solve the Plastic Problem
The circular economy provides a regenerative alternative approach that benefits people and planet
Who Are Canada’s Top 5 Social Entrepreneurs of 2020? These students made their choice
There are countless social entrepreneurs making an impact in Canada today, but who would you consider to be the top five for this year?
Fill it Forward Launches $100,000 Fundraising Goal to Improve Water Security
Q & A with Fill it Forward on how their partnership with Water First and WaterAid Canada will bring clean water to water insecure communities
How to Crowdfund Your Green Business
If you’re considering using a crowdfunding site, these 3 tips can help you succeed
India: An attractive destination for impact investors
Our writer explores why India has become so popular for impact investing, despite its challenges
Advancing Inclusion & Accessibility: In conversation with human rights advocate Lorin MacDonald
Championing the rights of people living with disabilities, one social entrepreneur is forging a more inclusive path forward for all
6 Tips for Making Online Collaboration More Productive and Engaging
There’s more to online collaboration than using the right technology and best practices. Our writer explains.
Podcasts
The Power of Cash to Tackle Homelessness: Claire Williams of Foundations for Social Change
One social entrepreneur is demonstrating how a bold, innovative approach can help solve the homelessness crisis
From Crisis to New Economic Models: Jasper van Brakel of RSF Social Finance
The pandemic crisis has provided an opportunity to rebuild a better economy using a deeper systemic approach
Why Green Energy Won’t Save Us: Jeff Gibbs of Planet of the Humans
We speak with the director of a new controversial film providing a reality check on the environmental movement
Tackling Racism in Canada: Marva Wisdom of the Black Experience Project
What is the state of anti-black racism in Canada – and what can we do to address it?
Do the Right Thing: Jim Estill of Danby Appliances
One CEO’s dedication to giving back is redefining leadership and the purpose of wealth
Revolutionizing Dementia Care: Adrienne Alford-Burt of The Village Langley
The Village Langley offers a new model of care and living for people with dementia
Matching Donors With Those in Need: Shelly Tygielski of Pandemic of Love
How one social movement is inspiring mutual aid communities of care around the world
Banking on Positive Change: Jake Stacey of VCIB
Canada’s first values-driven bank, VCIB uses the tools of finance to help organizations drive social and environmental change
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