Investing
We recognize that impact investing is an important tool for change. We invest in companies whose values align with our mission and whose work contributes to systemic change.
Our vision of inclusion and pluralism requires us to leverage our investment capital.
As a result, we implemented a 100% impact portfolio, with the goal of using our full asset base to further our mission. We reached that goal in 2022. We continue to iterate to deepen the impact of our investments even beyond the 100% impact portfolio, as we believe this is crucial for the systemic change we need to realize our vision.
Impact investing is crucial for creating systemic change needed to realize our mission.
Investment Portfolio
Traditional Investments
Investments in companies not necessarily relevant to Inspirit’s vision of inclusion and pluralism.
Impact Investments
Investments in companies that are top performers along environmental, social, and governance metrics associated with our organizational vision. These companies also earn a majority of their revenue through products and services that contribute to a more inclusive and pluralist society.
Impact Investing Grants
From time to time, Inspirit provides grants for initiatives focused on advancing racial, social and economic justice within the finance and investment sector.
Projects previously funded through this stream include the Reconciliation and Responsible Investing Initiative’s work to promote thoughtful investment policies and practices that include the wellbeing of Indigenous individuals and communities.
Impact Investing Insights
Divestment is Not Enough
Jory Cohen, Inspirit’s Director of Finance and Impact Investment, wrote an op-ed for the The Hill Times that explains how investments can have an even greater impact when divesting is entwined with impact investing.
Want to Invest While Making a Difference? Here’s Two Very Distinct Strategies
Jory Cohen, Inspirit’s Director of Finance and Impact Investment, wrote an opinion editorial for the Toronto Star that explains the difference between ESG and impact investing.
The Next Evolution of our Impact Investment Portfolio
As Inspirit’s seven-year impact investing journey has formally come to an end, we have been asking ourselves what’s next? How can we push ourselves further? We believe we have one answer.
Believe It or Not, It’s Possible for Investors to Both Make Money and Do Good
Jory Cohen, Inspirit’s Director of Finance and Impact Investment, wrote an opinion editorial for The Globe and Mail around the benefits of impact investing.