As part of our SE spotlight series, CSED recently sat down with Shelley Robinson, executive director of National Capital FreeNet, to learn more about their social enterprise, the work they do, and their upcoming 30th anniversary. 1. What does your social enterprise do? NCF … [Read more...] about National Capital FreeNet
Carlington Booch
Fighting addiction by helping people find connection and acceptance in a safe environment. As part of our SE spotlight series, CSED recently sat down with Jon Ruby, founder of Carlington Booch, to learn more about their recent move to a new larger space and location. Carlington Booch was … [Read more...] about Carlington Booch
Elspeth McKay, Operation Come Home
As part of our SE Profile series, CSED recently sat down with Elspeth McKay, the out-going Executive Director of Operation Come Home, to learn more about her pending (semi) retirement, reflections on a successful career and the advice she has for others. Why did you decide to retire now? I … [Read more...] about Elspeth McKay, Operation Come Home
CSED announces new Board Members
The Centre for Social Enterprise Development is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Holmes, Elspeth McKay and Osman Naqvi to its Board of Directors, effective August 31, 2021. "On behalf of the entire CSED Board, we are thrilled to announce our newly appointed Board members, Kevin, … [Read more...] about CSED announces new Board Members
Nutrition Blocs – addressing food insecurity needs in Ottawa
As part of our SE Profile series, CSED recently sat down with Abhijit Potdar, founder of Nutrition Blocs, to learn more about what they do, the people they serve, and the impact they hope to make. What does your social enterprise do?Nutrition Blocs designs, develops and delivers food programs that … [Read more...] about Nutrition Blocs – addressing food insecurity needs in Ottawa
Open Collaboration for Cognitive Accessibility
Open Collaboration for Cognitive Accessibility, operating in both French and English, provides a unique and innovative platform for the co-creation of solutions for inclusive communities. It brings together persons living with cognitive disabilities and technology developers, accessibility … [Read more...] about Open Collaboration for Cognitive Accessibility
Carebridge Neighbourhood Tomato Community Farm
As part of our SE Spotlight series, CSED recently sat down with Jay Young, Project Manager with Carebridge Community Support, to learn more about the Neighbourhood Tomato Community (NTC) Farm Project, the people they serve and what they aspire to do. What does your social enterprise do? The … [Read more...] about Carebridge Neighbourhood Tomato Community Farm
Civil Protection Youth Canada – changing the culture of emergency preparedness in Canada
CSED recently sat down with Eva Cohen, Founder & Principal of Civil Protection Youth Canada to learn more about the organization and the people they serve. What does your social enterprise do? Our mission is to equip and empower the next generation with hands-on training and skills to … [Read more...] about Civil Protection Youth Canada – changing the culture of emergency preparedness in Canada