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Friday, January 15th 20109:00 am Pacific Time (12:00 pm Eastern time) What role does the municipal government play in the social economy sector? What are the best practices in municipal…
On Wednesday, October 28th, Mr. Michael Toye, Executive Director of the Canadian CED Network, made a formal presentation to the House of Common’s Standing Committee on Finance (FINA). Toye’s presentation,…
From homelessness to affordable housing…HISP interns weigh in on policy options that have the power to improve lives Canadian Policy Research Networks (CPRN) in partnership with the Social Housing Services…
We are pleased to report that this year’s Breakfast was another huge success, with over 800 attendees and more than $20,000 raised in ticket sales and donations! Throughout the morning,…
By David Parker, Calgary Herald Too many immigrants are doing quite menial tasks here although they are well-educated and, before moving to Canada, were skilled tradesmen or qualified professionals. It…
Increased educational attainment for Aboriginals would improve personal health and wealth – and significantly influence the Canadian economy December 17, 2009 – Improving educational outcomes for Aboriginals in Canada is…
SAINT JOHN – A former pawn shop at 133 Prince Edward Street has taken on a new look and a new life as the office for the Saint John Community…
Edmonton, AB – At an awards ceremony in Toronto, JudyLynn Archer, President Women Building Futures was recognized as one of Canada’s most powerful women. Last night, the Women’s Executive Network…
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA–(Marketwire – Dec. 3, 2009) – Vancouver City Savings Credit Union’s (Vancity) Inhance Monthly Income Fund has won the 2009 Socially Responsible Investment Fund Award from the Canadian…
The Social Economy story published here is the first of ten stories that together will conclude the second phase of a two phase project. Complimentary to the first phase, designed…
Participate in an interactive, online discussion highlighting the social finance landscape in Canada hosted on socialfinance.ca You are invited! The series will feature commentary from local and international experts, Canadian…
I’ve just returned from Winnipeg, awestruck by the creative action and commitment taken by the people in the inner city of Winnipeg to forward resilient communities. Neighbourhoods of West Broadway,…