A smart look at the news, innovations, and shifts in social impact work, work culture, and leadership, from the Future of Good editorial team.
Canada’s nursing shortage is urgent, and thousands of internationally educated nurses already living here are trained and ready to help—but systemic barriers keep them out of the workforce. Recognizing their credentials and streamlining registration could unlock a vital, community-based solution to a national health care crisis.
Economic instability and policy gaps are pushing Ontario’s non-profits—essential lifelines for millions—toward a breaking point. The report underscores the urgent need for coordinated government support and sector-wide resilience to ensure these organizations can continue serving vulnerable communities.
Alternative teaching models challenge traditional power dynamics and foster equity in classrooms. By centring student agency and diverse learning needs, these approaches help build more inclusive, responsive educational environments.
Words matter. Language shapes how we understand and respond to complex issues—when terminology evolves, it can reframe public perception, influence policy, and validate lived experiences.
According to research by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, 76 per cent of Canada’s business owners plan to exit their businesses in the next decade. The EOT legislation has been designed to ease those businesses' succession planning and spread the benefits of wealth. However, advocates warn that there might be a gaping hole in the legislation that the Carney government must urgently address in the Fall Budget.
A s Canada welcomes hundreds of thousands of newcomers annually, grassroots organizations like Flavours of Hope and Culture Links provide vital pathways to belonging, economic independence, and cultural pride. These initiatives don’t just launch businesses—they build resilient communities, challenge systemic barriers, and redefine what inclusive entrepreneurship looks like.
