A smart look at the news, innovations, and shifts in social impact work, work culture, and leadership, from the Future of Good editorial team.
A partnership between two Canadian social impact technology platforms has the potential to exponentially increase the amount of data collected about emergency food needs and provisions, offering a blueprint for data-informed service delivery, dignity-first design, and national impact.
Compared to the for-profit sector, the non-profit sector remains under-researched in Canada. There are several instances of non-profits being included in national business surveys, and specific sector-related data then not being published.
Canadian governments have recently accelerated their investments in community housing in response to the affordable housing and homelessness crises. However, economic uncertainty and budget cuts could affect these efforts. Leveraging the maximum amount out of housing investments is essential.
Good information allows non-profits to anticipate change, adapt to shifting priorities, and ensure the communities they serve have the resources they need.
Investing in care models led by and for Indigenous people is rooted in traditional knowledge, and it leads to better health outcomes and stronger communities.
