Advocates like first steps for food insecurity and affordability, but say easier, more permanent solutions needed
From GST rebates to food bank funding, the federal government announced new measures to tackle food insecurity Monday.
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Canada’s new Grocery Code of Conduct is here, but don’t expect any instant price drops
New national code reshapes retailer–supplier relationships but leaves food prices unchanged
The hottest place to be in 2026 for social impact is… Winnipeg?
That’s it, you’re coming to Winnipeg. Here’s our completely scientific, non-exhaustive list of things to do and places to go if you care about social impact while you’re here.
Canadian foundations back non-profit networks to help fix “piecemeal” core funding
Nine funders, led by the Lawson Foundation, announced that they would be providing multi-year general operating support to non-profit networks and associations.
Canada’s escalating food prices: the obvious solution and the systemic one
Over the last five years, the price of the Canadian grocery basket has increased by 27 per cent, with food prices in the Northwest Territories nearly four times higher than in urban cities.
Former Centre for Social Innovation building to be converted into shelter for Indigenous people
The city of Toronto will convert the former Bathurst Street CSI location into a shelter for Indigenous people experiencing homelessness.
An easier way to find mental health help for young people: The Youth Mental Health Ecosystem
GreenShield launches a new centralized platform to make finding youth mental health support more accessible.
Escaping the grant cycle: Funders helping non-profits through buying social enterprises, businesses
While the Thriving Non-Profits program continues to expand across the country, the Government of Alberta has also funded a province-wide program to help non-profits explore alternative sources of revenue beyond grants.
Record number of working Canadians now relying on food banks
Across the country, reports show food bank usage has hit unprecedented heights, even for those who are working.
Feeding change: Regina’s free grocery store will soon be developing its own food products
The BMO Asahtowikamik Community Food Hub opened its doors in August 2024. After 15 months, the Hub – operated by the Regina Foodbank – has amassed enough data to better understand supply and demand in the free food store.
Canada’s new Grocery Code of Conduct is here, but don’t expect any instant price drops
New national code reshapes retailer–supplier relationships but leaves food prices unchanged
The hottest place to be in 2026 for social impact is… Winnipeg?
That’s it, you’re coming to Winnipeg. Here’s our completely scientific, non-exhaustive list of things to do and places to go if you care about social impact while you’re here.
Canadian foundations back non-profit networks to help fix “piecemeal” core funding
Nine funders, led by the Lawson Foundation, announced that they would be providing multi-year general operating support to non-profit networks and associations.
Canada’s escalating food prices: the obvious solution and the systemic one
Over the last five years, the price of the Canadian grocery basket has increased by 27 per cent, with food prices in the Northwest Territories nearly four times higher than in urban cities.
Former Centre for Social Innovation building to be converted into shelter for Indigenous people
The city of Toronto will convert the former Bathurst Street CSI location into a shelter for Indigenous people experiencing homelessness.
An easier way to find mental health help for young people: The Youth Mental Health Ecosystem
GreenShield launches a new centralized platform to make finding youth mental health support more accessible.
Escaping the grant cycle: Funders helping non-profits through buying social enterprises, businesses
While the Thriving Non-Profits program continues to expand across the country, the Government of Alberta has also funded a province-wide program to help non-profits explore alternative sources of revenue beyond grants.
Record number of working Canadians now relying on food banks
Across the country, reports show food bank usage has hit unprecedented heights, even for those who are working.
Feeding change: Regina’s free grocery store will soon be developing its own food products
The BMO Asahtowikamik Community Food Hub opened its doors in August 2024. After 15 months, the Hub – operated by the Regina Foodbank – has amassed enough data to better understand supply and demand in the free food store.
