Past Events
Future of Good members get access to several exclusive, members-only events each year — webinars, solution labs, and symposiums—featuring our year-round AI for Social Impact Academy, the year-round Changemaker Wellbeing Series, Live Journalism, and more!
Designed for changemakers like you, these discussions and programs are for people who want their impact to go further in their communities.
2026 Changemaker Wellbeing Summit
The 2026 Changemaker Wellbeing Summit explored ways to connect, uplift and build resilience in the social purpose sector as we face the ongoing challenges of overwhelming demand for services, shrinking resources, and permanent uncertainty. See the full agenda and speakers here.
Live Journalism
Living in Reality: Non‑Profit Leadership in an Age of Hard Truths
Mark Carney’s candid remarks in Davos have prompted broader conversations about Canada’s resilience and the systems we depend on. As governments and institutions grapple with instability, non-profits are often expected …to perform within outdated funding structures, mask systemic gaps, and absorb the consequences of policy failures.
If Canada is being asked to “live in reality,” where does that leave the social impact sector? What role do non-profits have in this conversation, and how can they use this moment of honesty to speak truth to power, with the goal of ensuring Canada works for all?Show More
Living in Reality: Non‑Profit Leadership in an Age of Hard Truths
Mark Carney’s candid remarks in Davos have prompted broader …
Mark Carney’s candid remarks in Davos have prompted broader conversations about Canada’s resilience and the systems we depend on. As governments and institutions grapple with instability, non-profits are often expected …to perform within outdated funding structures, mask systemic gaps, and absorb the consequences of policy failures.
If Canada is being asked to “live in reality,” where does that leave the social impact sector? What role do non-profits have in this conversation, and how can they use this moment of honesty to speak truth to power, with the goal of ensuring Canada works for all?Show More
Penticton, B.C. eyed as the latest city to construct a tiny home village
Could this help Canada’s housing crisis? #tinyhomes ##tinyhomevillages …
Could this help Canada’s housing crisis? #tinyhomes ##tinyhomevillages #housingcrisis #housing #canada
Ask Me Anything: How do newsrooms work, and how do I get your attention?
Part of Future of Good’s Live Journalism series at Storyteller’s Camp …
Part of Future of Good’s Live Journalism series at Storyteller’s Camp
With smaller teams and tighter timelines, today’s newsrooms operate very differently than they used to — and knowing how they …work can make or break your media strategy. In this candid AMA session, Elisha Dacey, Managing Editor at Future of Good, shares insider tips on how nonprofit leaders and storytellers can connect with journalists, pitch more effectively, and stand out in a crowded media landscape.
Hosted by:
– Sharlene Gandhi, AI and Tech Reporter, Future of Good
With:
– Elisha Dacey, Managing Editor, Future of Good
Learn about:
– How small, mission-driven newsrooms operate today
– What reporters actually look for in a pitch
– Common mistakes nonprofits make when trying to get media coverage — and how to avoid them
Webinar Date: [Please confirm date]Show More
Q&A: Your Brand’s Soul
Part of Future of Good’s Live Journalism series at Storyteller’s Camp …
Part of Future of Good’s Live Journalism series at Storyteller’s Camp
Your brand isn’t just a marketing tool — it’s a reflection of your values, your purpose, and the change you’re …working toward. In this Q&A session, brand strategist Thomas Cumberbatch shares practical ways to infuse your brand with clarity, intention, and meaning — so it resonates deeply, inside and out.
A conversation moderated by:
– Elisha Dacey, Managing Editor, Future of Good
With:
– Thomas Cumberbatch, CEO, Godzspeed
Learn about:
– Why your brand’s internal alignment matters just as much as external perception
– How to build a brand that reflects the soul of your organization
– Tangible strategies to elevate storytelling through authentic brand identity
Webinar Date: August 18, 2025.Show More
How two organizations changed their cause’s language for the better
Part of Future of Good’s Live Journalism series at Storyteller’s Camp. …
Part of Future of Good’s Live Journalism series at Storyteller’s Camp.
In this conversation, two organizations share what happened when they challenged the status quo around how their causes were represented …in the media. From redefining public narratives to influencing national conversations, they reveal what worked, what surprised them, and what others in the sector can learn.
A conversation moderated by:
– Elisha Dacey, Managing Editor, Future of Good
With:
– Kim Ruse, CEO, Fear Is Not Love
– Katelin Neufeld, Behavioural Research Scientist, Canadian Centre for Child Protection
Learn about:
– Why rethinking language matters for public awareness and systems change
– How to lead effective language-shifting campaigns in complex sectors
– Lessons learned from two bold communication strategies
Webinar Date: Aug 18, 2025.Show More
The Next Google: Created by Black Entrepreneurs
The session spotlights the urgent need for a stronger financing …
The session spotlights the urgent need for a stronger financing ecosystem for Black entrepreneurs in Canada — one that moves beyond one-off loans toward a sustained chain of equity investment.
In …Quebec, Wils Théagène of Citadelle Capital is working to build exactly that. He joins Future of Good’s Diane Bérard to explore why the next Google could — and should — be created by Black entrepreneurs, how to finance it, and what that would mean for communities across Canada.
A conversation between:
– Wils Théagène, Managing Partner, Citadelle Capital
– Diane Bérard, Journalist, Future of Good
Learn about:
– The current state of diversity financing and Black entrepreneurship in Quebec and across Canada
– What it means to create a true “chain of investment” for Black-led ventures
– How social finance fits into equity-driven investment models
– Strategies to shift investor bias and unlock more capital for Black founders
📍 This session is in French.
🎥 This is the recording of a live conversation held on May 30, 2025.Show More
DEI Under Attack: Future-proofing your inclusive organization
Gain strategic insight into how social purpose organizations can …
Gain strategic insight into how social purpose organizations can navigate shifting political tides and continue to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Future of Good DEI reporter Shannon VanRaes moderates a …critical conversation with:
– Celina Caesar-Chavannes, former MP, speaker, and author
– Niigaan Sinclair, Professor, University of Manitoba, Indigenous Studies
Together, they unpack how growing “anti-woke” rhetoric — including in the lead-up to Canada’s 2025 federal election — is reshaping the political and cultural landscape for DEI efforts across the country. From backlash to funding cuts, the conversation explores how changemakers can protect and sustain inclusive practices in the face of growing resistance.
This live journalism webinar is essential viewing for people leaders, funders, and DEI professionals preparing for what’s next.
Webinar Date: February 12, 2025Show More
The Dismantling of USAID: How should Canada respond?
In this live journalism webinar, Future of Good’s aid and development …
In this live journalism webinar, Future of Good’s aid and development reporter Jahanzeb Hussain moderates a timely conversation with:
– Dorothy Nyambi, President & CEO of MEDA (Mennonite Economic Development Associates)
– …Andy Harrington, Executive Director of Global Emergency Response and Assistance
– Philippe Dongier, Executive Director of CECI
Together, they examine the global consequences of the Trump administration’s dismantling of USAID — and what it means for Canada’s international role. Should Canada fill the void, rethink its aid strategy, or strengthen global partnerships to ensure the continuity of humanitarian and development efforts?
🔍 Why watch?
You’ll gain timely insights into how shifts in U.S. foreign aid are affecting global development and how Canada can respond strategically. Essential viewing for policymakers, funders, and development professionals navigating a rapidly changing aid landscape.
Webinar Date: February 27, 2025Show More
From Tradition to Innovation: The Rise of Indigenous Entrepreneurs
Indigenous entrepreneurs are leading a powerful shift — blending …
Indigenous entrepreneurs are leading a powerful shift — blending ancestral knowledge with modern business strategies to create thriving enterprises and self-determined economic futures.
This session highlights the stories, strategies, and innovations …of young Indigenous entrepreneurs building lasting impact in their communities. From accessing impact funding to navigating grants and investment, these leaders are reshaping what Indigenous economic leadership looks like today.
Learn about:
– How Indigenous entrepreneurs are driving community resilience through innovation
– The tools and funding approaches helping them grow and sustain their businesses
– Why blending tradition with modern entrepreneurship is key to long-term economic sovereignty
📍 Presented in partnership with Mastercard Foundation in support of the EleV program
Webinar Date: April 22, 2025.Show More
What does a Trump presidency mean for Canada’s social purpose world? 🇨🇦 🇺🇸
In this live journalism webinar, Future of Good’s Managing Editor …
In this live journalism webinar, Future of Good’s Managing Editor Elisha Dacey moderates a powerful conversation with:
Natasha Wilson, CEO of Point Blank Creative
Shanaaz Gokool, Executive Director of Leadnow
John Cameron, Dalhousie …University Professor
Together, they unpack how U.S. policy shifts could ripple into Canada — and what nonprofit, philanthropic, and advocacy leaders need to watch for, prepare for, and act on over the next 6–12 months.
🔍 Why watch?
You’ll gain foresight into the cross-border issues most likely to affect your funding, advocacy strategies, policy priorities, and community impact. This is a critical session to help your team anticipate risks, stay agile, and adjust messaging in the lead-up to Canada’s federal election.
Webinar Date: Nov 13, 2024Show More
Hype or Disruptor: Financing local ventures with Mansib Rahman (2023)
In this live journalism webinar, social finance fellow Diane Bérard …
In this live journalism webinar, social finance fellow Diane Bérard sits down with Mansib Rahman, cofounder and CEO of Radish Coop. This Montreal-based cooperative delivery platform is taking on tech …giants in the name of local resilience and economic justice.
Rahman brings experience from Microsoft Canada and Desjardins Lab to his bold experiment: financing a hyper-local, values-driven venture through a hybrid model combining private capital and cooperative ownership.
Together, they explore what it takes to fund social innovation outside the traditional mould — and whether Radish’s model could chart a new path for social finance in Canada.
🔍 Why watch?
You’ll discover a creative, high-stakes financing model that’s attracting attention from governments, investors, and communities alike. This session offers critical insight for social entrepreneurs, funders, and cooperative leaders who want to rethink what’s possible in local venture financing.
Webinar Date: Oct 17, 2023Show More
Inflation and the funding squeeze on nonprofits (2023)
In this live journalism webinar, former Future of Good editor Kylie …
In this live journalism webinar, former Future of Good editor Kylie Adair and journalist Shannon VanRaes unpack our special report’s findings on how inflation impacts Canada’s non-profit and charitable sector.
From …rising operating costs to frozen or inflexible funding, the session explores the cascading effects of inflation on essential services — and how social purpose organizations are responding, adapting, and advocating for change.
🔍 Why watch?
You’ll gain a clear picture of the financial pressures nonprofits are facing across the country — and learn how some are creating creative workarounds to continue serving their communities. A must-watch for funders, non-profit leaders, and policymakers looking to understand inflation’s real-world impact on social supports.
Webinar Date: April 27, 2023Show More
