Community-based ventures have been a strong part of the Canadian economy for more than a century and recent innovative practices have made the social enterprise sector a hot topic in national and international vistas.  The conference brings together practitioners, researchers, and community organizations, from home and afar, to discuss current practices, challenges, and innovations in advancing social entrepreneurship, economic development and community livelihoods.  

Directors of community organizations, social entrepreneurs, researchers, public policy makers, and people interested in community-based development, innovation, and entrepreneurship attend this popular biennial conference. As a conference attendee, you will hear from practitioners and researchers on community innovation, social enterprise, place-based development, and their effect on community health and economic development.

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“If you want to go fast, go alone.  If you want to go far, go together.”
-- Origin unknown (and subject of much debate!)

The above quote makes for a good embroidery project or café chalkboard message, but what does it really mean?  

We can’t always do it alone and, in fact, our voices are louder when in a chorus.  Finding a common agenda and building partnerships are key elements of an effective advocacy campaign.  

Why should we work with others on advocacy campaigns?  What are the critical aspects of a strong partnership?  What key characteristics make a good collaborator?  Join us to explore these questions and learn about the power – and potential pitfalls – of partnerships.  

Guest Speakers:
Raissa Marks, Canadian Community Economic Development Network
Kumsa Baker, Toronto Community Benefits Network
Courtney Mo, Momentum
Kirsten Bernas, West Central Women's Resource Centre

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Mark your calendars for CHRA’s first-ever virtual Congress on Housing and Homelessness happening from April 27 to 29, 2021! Get ready for three days of learning, networking and engaging with leaders from across the Canadian community housing sector to have your say on key issues, learn about the latest sector developments, make connections across the country, and get inspired!

This year’s virtual format will:

• Present over a dozen concurrent information sessions and workshops
• Feature presentations from leaders in the Canadian housing sector
• Recognize and celebrate excellence in the sector with CHRA’s National Awards
• Tackle the key issues facing urban, rural and, northern Indigenous housing by participating in CHRA’s Indigenous Caucus
• Highlight innovations and transformations in the sector
• Offer plenty of networking opportunities
• Host a virtual tradeshow
• Offer a chance to win prizes and more!

Register for the National Congress on Housing and Homelessness

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9:00am to 2:00pm Pacific / 12:00pm - 5:00pm Eastern

Join the Buy Social Canada Symposium to connect with leading social purchasers and suppliers, learn from industry experts, and celebrate the Social Procurement Champion Awards

On April 26 2021, Buy Social Canada and SEWF will host a pan-Canadian Symposium to connect, inspire and engage as we bring communities together to grow social procurement. The program will feature keynotes, panel discussions and breakout sessions on key topics: Social Procurement Today and Tomorrow, Construction and Infrastructure, Myths and Facts, Leading Municipalities, and the Social Procurement Champion Awards. There will be opportunities to network and engage with others who are helping to shape the social value marketplace.

Learn more and register for the Buy Social Canada Symposium