Innovation is not just about advancing science and technology.
MaRS also helps social entrepreneurs build and grow their businesses – to generate specific social benefits as well as revenue.
Our
social innovation team – established in 2007 as SiG@MaRS – offers:
- Advice, including business planning, marketing and mentorship
- Resources, through a network of national and international contacts active in social innovation
- Events, including an annual Social Innovation Summit and Social Finance Forum
How does MaRS fit into a national network called Social innovation Generation (SiG)?
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