Few politicians are talking about Canada’s disability benefit: advocates want to change that

Why It Matters

About eight million Canadians live with a disability, and yet accessibility has barely blipped on the radar during the federal election campaign. Advocates are fighting to change that.

New Rapid Response Network to strengthen non-profit contribution to federal policy

Why It Matters

Non-profits have historically been excluded from critical policy discussions, even when they have sector-wide implications. Better coordination could change that.

How UK funders quickly mobilized against racist violence

Why It Matters

This summer’s violent attacks on Muslim and other racialized communities in the UK revealed deep-seated tensions. With more data – and strategies that incorporate insights from that data – funders can actively direct capital towards projects that help prevent future violence.

Blended finance: A Canadian way to raise funds, but happening mainly in Quebec

Why It Matters

Thrive Impact Fund is mapping an optimal process for blending different financing (debt, equity, grants) and investors (public, private, philanthropic) around social impact projects. This collaboration and the innovative financial instruments created could significantly change how projects gather funding.