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Companies play a critical role in navigating the way forward in our chaotic world. By pooling our resources and expertise, we have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create the changes we need in our communities, our country and around the globe

For today’s companies, social purpose is no longer optional. https://tgam.ca/3lctElH

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Free water, free snacks, free groceries — this founder is creating a business model that provides everyday products at no charge, while leaving room for profit and charity donations.

The Unconventional Entrepreneur Trying to Make Essential Products Free: https://bit.ly/36JXRF3

Apple is testing a Siri voice that is less explicitly male- or female-sounding.

It's part of an effort to offer a more diverse array of options for its virtual assistant.

Last year Apple added 2 Siri options recorded by Black voice actors. https://bit.ly/3IHTQip

The Black Leadership Summit will see hundreds of changemakers from across Canada celebrate the achievements of Black leaders in social impact and build an anti-racist social impact sector: https://bit.ly/3HLsAPy

More and more business leaders are starting to lean on learning and development for support in facing essential challenges.

Why learning and development will be vital in 2022: https://bit.ly/3II0RiF

Top New Social Purpose Founders to Watch in 2022: https://bit.ly/32BzxDd

Future of Good’s list features founders are building the future of Canadian social impact. It’s presented by the TELUS Pollinator Fund.

Socially Responsible Investing: Ethical Investing & ESG https://bit.ly/3FVyEmP

Tech companies stepped up on housing and criminal justice — with a dash of whistle-blowers mixed in. https://bit.ly/3GzuBNW

Today at noon! 🔴 Toronto is one of the best places for entrepreneurs and TorontoStarts is an active community and resource to help.

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“Expect a continued blurring of the lines between environmental sustainability and social impact when it comes to brands’ engagement and communication on critical issues. People are recognizing the intersectionality of issues like race and gender discrimination with threats like food insecurity, climate migration, and limited access to healthcare.”

2022 will be the great reckoning for corporate purpose Look for leaders to go beyond net zero actions to net positive actions that focus on restoring, reinvigorating, and regenerating the environment and society.

“I think what a lot of people don’t understand about ESG is it usually is really focused on looking at those environmental, social and governance factors that are going to have a material financial effect on the company. So it’s really still rooted in looking at the financial impacts of the company, which may or may not meet expectations of investors who want to solve the climate crisis and have more flexibility on financial risk and financial return expectations.”

Here’s the Difference Between ESG and Impact Investing, According to Experts https://bit.ly/3FFgaYs

Here’s the Difference Between ESG and Impact Investing, According to Experts - Worth Worth sat down with UBS’ Andrew Lee and Toniic’s Kim Griffin to understand why terms like ESG and impact investing are used interchangeably and how they differ.

It’s not just about the numbers — it’s about the people. Storytelling, one of the most universal human experiences, gives us a rare chance to look through new lenses.

How Sharing Our Stories Builds Inclusion

How Sharing Our Stories Builds Inclusion Numbers don’t inspire changes in behavior — people and stories do.