Bridging Finance launches fund to finance Indigenous development projects in Canada

ImpactAlpha, April 22 – First Nations and Inuit people in Canada do not own their land. Per the Indian Act, it’s held by the Canadian government. Without collateral, private banks are hesitant to fund early-stage development. “It’s very difficult to do on-reserve lending in a traditional format,” Bridging Finance’s David Sharpe, a member of the

Manitoba social impact bond will finance doulas for indigenous mothers

The social impact bond is Canada’s fifth, and second focusing on at risk mothers.

Canada pledges C$800 million to seed social finance market

"This is not just a major milestone for social finance in Canada," said SVX's Adam Spence. "It is a watershed moment for our country as a whole."

CoPower retail bondholders invest in Canadian geothermal projects

CoPower’s investment was made through its retail green bond initiative, which allows everyday Canadians to invest in green bonds.

Enterra raises Series B to multiply insect farming

Insect farming companies have drawn hundreds of millions of dollars from investors to address demand for sustainable and rapidly made animal feed, particularly as global demand for protein rises.

Ontario pension backs smart energy storage company Stem

The C$189.5 billion pension fund is committing C$200 million in project financing to roll out smart energy storage systems across Ontario.

Which nation will win the World Cup of impact investing?

The FIFA World Cup is over. It was an exciting display of drama, talent, and endurance of football’s finest. But there is a big gap in the lives of hundreds of millions that needs to be filled until the Women’s World Cup next year and the next men’s tournament in 2022. So what if we