Canadian workers might not all be happy, but they’re happy to talk about it
Why It Matters
Prioritizing mental health creates healthier employees and stronger businesses.
Blended finance: A Canadian way to raise funds, but happening mainly in Quebec
Why It Matters
Thrive Impact Fund is mapping an optimal process for blending different financing (debt, equity, grants) and investors (public, private, philanthropic) around social impact projects. This collaboration and the innovative financial instruments created could significantly change how projects gather funding.
Radio team uses philanthropy as a way to entertain, connect audience
Why It Matters
Philanthropy is probably not the first theme an FM radio station show considers when discussing how to craft an entertaining show. But the team’s unique format has led to hundreds of thousands of dollars being raised in Winnipeg and Manitoba - and is popular.
Want to better understand what poverty is really like in Canada? More than income data is needed, says new research
Why It Matters
The Market Basket Measure (MBM) is Canada’s official poverty measure. However, focusing solely on income ignores a lot of other indicators of deprivation and has a knock-on impact on how poverty reduction plans are constructed.
How $335 million and a Wall Street-inspired funding model have raised hopes for the conservation of the Great Bear Sea
Why It Matters
Much environmental conservation focuses on preserving land piece by piece. A new model focuses on increasing the long-term resilience of an entire region by funding it up-front.
Non-profits brace for change as speculation around Trudeau’s leadership intensifies
Why It Matters
Funding for non-profits and charities is always precarious. A shift in federal leadership or government may mean a shift in priorities, which could disrupt programs and services across the country.