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.
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.
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.
Launching the $755 million Social Finance Fund took ten years. Expectations are enormous for this 16-year program. It is too early to measure the impact of the first round of investments, however, we discussed the process and progress so far with the three wholesalers managing the funds.
L’état de l’économie du Canada a une grande incidence sur le financement des organismes sans but lucratif, leurs activités et les collectivités qu’ils servent. Le partage de données économiques aide les organismes à prendre des décisions opérationnelles stratégiques.
