CSED is excited to announce Build for Impact, a new 4-part podcast series dedicated to exploring the world of social enterprise. Our goal is to create a space where ideas
At CSED, we’re always inspired by social enterprises that blend creativity, community care, and sustainability. Amano Gardens is a shining example, a local social enterprise that’s transforming how we experience
On May 27, 2025, our Executive Director, Michael Murr, attended the “WiFi & Waffles” event hosted by National Capital FreeNet (NCF) and the Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA). The gathering
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
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
As part of Christian Horizons, Grow Studios first opened its doors in early 2008. Since the beginning, they have committed themselves to creating beautiful products, providing quality services, and opening
Youth Now Farm offers fresh, local produce underscored by a direct, genuine human connection between youth and customers. It exists for the sole mission of doing social good for underprivileged
Finding employment can be difficult, it is even more difficult for adults with developmental disabilities and mental health disorders. Spread the Joy, an Ottawa social enterprise based out of Innovative
If you live in the Ottawa area you’ve likely heard about, seen or tasted the soup from EAT MORE SOUP! But did you know that it’s a local social enterprise
It’s pretty simple, really. Maybe your bike’s chain is rusted beyond repair or its tires are permanently flat. Maybe you just picked up a brand new bike and simply don’t
For many city dwellers, home is not a big house with a garage full of tools and a lawn with plenty of work space, but an apartment or condo with
One in ten Ottawa households experience some level of food insecurity (CCHS, 2011/2012). Food insecurity, defined as inadequate or insecure access to food because of financial constraints, continues to persist