The Centre for Social Enterprise Development is pleased to announce the appointment of Colin Taylor, FCPA, CMA, FCGA (Non-Practicing), to its Board of Directors effective May 30, 2023, where he will serve as Treasurer. “On behalf of the entire CSED Board, we are delighted to announce our newly … [Read more...] about Welcome to Colin Taylor, CSED’s New Treasurer
Social enterprise opportunity: Gift Shop
CSED is assisting the City of Ottawa to determine if there is a social enterprising organization capable (i.e. interest, ability and experience) of operating a gift shop in a new planned development.This is a unique opportunity for an innovative organization to be part of a high profile development. … [Read more...] about Social enterprise opportunity: Gift Shop
National Capital FreeNet
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