Social ventures

JUMP Math found a need—better mathematics teaching—and addressed it through a systematic method that could be replicated and grown to scale.

The Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) is a registered savings tool that is designed specifically for people living with a …

By connecting various humanitarian and not-for-profit organizations around the globe, NetHope uses technology to help people come together to make the world a better place.

Financing for social enterprises can come from many locations including corporate funders, government grants, bootstrapping or philanthropic foundations.

Social-purpose businesses can receive financing from many sources including their own customers, corporate funding, and venture capital or angel investors.

It is crucial to understand your target customers as a distinct demographic category that benefits the most from your venture.

Potential investors and funders look for certain criteria in social ventures, including an innovative business model, the size of the market, and the “go-to-market” plan.

Registering as a charity comes with a number of legal requirements that will affect your articles of incorporation, employment practices and how you report your finances.

Your social venture must carefully consider the current legal environment and existing legal structures and requirements associated with for-profit, not-for-profit, registered charities and co-operative corporations before you incorporate in Canada.

A co-op is a special purpose organization owned by members that use its services. Understand the pros and cons of this legal structure before you commit to a co-operative corporation.