Private developer joins forces with non-profit team to outbid the competition and build social housing in Montreal
Why It Matters
A lack of affordable apartments and property speculation hamper efforts to quell the housing crisis. New partnerships could help solve some old problems.
Canadian Medical Association to recognize, apologize, for systemic racism and harm
Why It Matters
Data drives preventative care at queer and trans health clinic
Why It Matters
With a larger number of non-profits collecting, stewarding and analyzing information about marginalized communities, it’s critical they do it well, while upholding the privacy and dignity of vulnerable people.
From our playbook: 11 hot summer books for changemakers
Why It Matters
It's vital for those in the social services world to continue to learn, grow and implement new ideas.
Employee Ownership Trusts now law, make it easier for Canadian business owners to share wealth with employees
Why It Matters
When outside interests take over a small or medium business, manager positions are usually the first to be cut, removing large salaries from communities. Often, the business is purchased then closed, leaving holes in the community. Employee Ownership Trusts help businesses stay in local communities when a business has no successor, and contribute to employee retention and financial wealth.