What enables a healthy news and information ecosystem? This is a question we often ask ourselves. Inspirit supports several fledgling journalism organizations that address gaps in how their [...]

Read our latest CEO Update, as originally published in our Spring 2022 newsletter. Spring has always been the most unpredictable season for me.  This March was no exception; after two years of [...]

By Jory Cohen, Director of Finance and Impact Investment The past two years have been a reminder of devastation, turmoil, and fear across the globe.  This past year was also tumultuous for [...]

In 2021, the Government of Ontario passed legislation for a dedicated week to recognize nonprofit organizations and their contributions to a more equitable economy and inclusive society.  [...]

Read our latest CEO Update, as originally published in our Winter 2022 newsletter. In Toronto, where the Inspirit office is located, 2022 began with yet another lockdown. The collective fatigue [...]

On January 29, 2017, a gunman entered the Islamic Cultural Centre of Quebec City, opened fire and killed six men and seriously injured 19 others. In 2021, the federal government designated [...]

[View the complete Request for Proposal here]  Inspirit Foundation, the Hamilton Community Foundation, and the McConnell Foundation are seeking the services of a consultant to support the [...]

By Jory Cohen, Director of Finance and Impact Investment  A lot has happened since my last post. As the pandemic’s fourth wave continues to persist, Jill and I welcomed our second (and almost [...]

September 30 has been declared the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The federal holiday commemorates and honours the experiences of those who survived the residential school system, as [...]

By Jory Cohen, Director of Finance and Impact Investment Despite the pandemic, by the end of 2020, Inspirit had transitioned 98% of our portfolio to increase positive social and environmental [...]