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
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
EcoEquitable – women crafting a better story
CSED recently sat down with Anouk Bertner, Executive Director of EcoEquitable to learn more about the organization and the people they serve. What does your social enterprise do? EcoEquitable is a charitable organization and social enterprise that supports newcomer women in developing the … [Read more...] about EcoEquitable – women crafting a better story
Ottawa Mission Food Service Training Program
What does your social enterprise do? The Food Service Training Program (FSTP) teaches applicants the skills and knowledge needed to work in a commercial kitchen. Training includes courses in knife skills, theory, WHMIS, health and safety, Food Handler’s Certification and first aid/CPR. But it’s … [Read more...] about Ottawa Mission Food Service Training Program
Carlington Booch
What does your social enterprise do? Carlington Booch brews small-batch kombucha (or booch, as we call it) to help fight addiction in Ottawa. Our goal is to revitalize our community while fighting alongside the underdog. We do this by providing jobs and volunteer opportunities to people in recovery … [Read more...] about Carlington Booch