For decades, gamification has been used to influence us and modify our health habits. Now, changemakers are testing the concept with social change, with the idea that games could open new possibilities for mobilizing citizens and organizations and breaking the cynicism toward the future.
With 2025 being the ten-year anniversary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s recommendations, there is likely to be a renewed focus on the lasting impacts of colonization in Canada. Research suggests that the Government has still not met many of its commitments to Indigenous communities, leaving Indigenous-serving charities and non-profits to fill the gap.
In the first comprehensive analysis of granting through the post-COVID Community Services Recovery Fund, data shows that most funding allowed non-profits to adapt or pivot their programs. The three intermediary funders were also able to support grantmaking to non-qualified donees, many of whom were applying to a fund of this sort for the first time.
Canada’s housing crisis has hit those searching for affordable apartments hardest. Community land trusts could help keep rents reasonable.
Community bonds allow everyday people to invest in the future of local social infrastructure. Investors can choose to invest a set amount in a bond, which accrues interest that can be paid out annually or at the end of the bond term.
Many Canadian charities and non-profits still rely on conventional mail for fundraising. A Canada Post disruption could reduce donations.
