Author Archives: learningaboutsocialenterprise
Water ATMs™ Deliver Clean Drinking Water Across India
Having written about social enterprises for a touch over a year now, I’ve learned about many innovative projects that help base of the pyramid citizens gain access to clean drinking water. Sarvajal in India caught my attention because it’s different
Water ATMs™ Deliver Clean Drinking Water Across India
Having written about social enterprises for a touch over a year now, I’ve learned about many innovative projects that help base of the pyramid citizens gain access to clean drinking water. Sarvajal in India caught my attention because it’s different
The Cleaning Solution Places Environmental and Worker Health First
I recently had coffee with a friend who started a cleaning business several years ago and we talked about some of the challenges he’s facing and how he’s trying to differentiate his company from his competitors. When I came home,
The Cleaning Solution Places Environmental and Worker Health First
I recently had coffee with a friend who started a cleaning business several years ago and we talked about some of the challenges he’s facing and how he’s trying to differentiate his company from his competitors. When I came home,
Small Green Spaces Brighten Up Communities
It’s hard to believe it’s spring already! I mowed the lawn for the first time this year a few days ago, and though I enjoy the brighter days and warmer weather, am not looking forward to tending to our garden.
Small Green Spaces Brighten Up Communities
It’s hard to believe it’s spring already! I mowed the lawn for the first time this year a few days ago, and though I enjoy the brighter days and warmer weather, am not looking forward to tending to our garden.
Girls Empowered by Microfranchising
Many girls in developing countries don’t have the means to continue their education beyond primary school and this leads to an uncertain future, but an innovative program launched by the International Rescue Committee (IRC) called Girls Empowered by Microfranchise (GEM)
Girls Empowered by Microfranchising
Many girls in developing countries don’t have the means to continue their education beyond primary school and this leads to an uncertain future, but an innovative program launched by the International Rescue Committee (IRC) called Girls Empowered by Microfranchise (GEM)
Save by Supporting Local, Sustainable Businesses
It was not so long ago that each year, my mom would bring home an Entertainment coupon book purchased from someone at her workplace, who was raising funds for a child’s school, sports team or charity. I haven’t seen one
Save by Supporting Local, Sustainable Businesses
It was not so long ago that each year, my mom would bring home an Entertainment coupon book purchased from someone at her workplace, who was raising funds for a child’s school, sports team or charity. I haven’t seen one
Vitamin Packs Bring Health Benefits to You And Children in Africa
Approaching my mid-30′s and having a pretty busy schedule, I noticed that I don’t always have the same energy I used to. My wife suggested I start taking multivitamins to supplement my diet, but I haven’t gotten around to it
Vitamin Packs Bring Health Benefits to You And Children in Africa
Approaching my mid-30′s and having a pretty busy schedule, I noticed that I don’t always have the same energy I used to. My wife suggested I start taking multivitamins to supplement my diet, but I haven’t gotten around to it
Custom Wood Products Training Women in the Trades
I’ve never been a handy person but the idea of finding something like an old wooden door in a quiet alley and fashioning it into a dining table appeals to me for some reason – they make projects like these
Custom Wood Products Training Women in the Trades
I’ve never been a handy person but the idea of finding something like an old wooden door in a quiet alley and fashioning it into a dining table appeals to me for some reason – they make projects like these
Handcrafted Pottery Offers Dignified Employment
I’m always on the lookout for carefully crafted, handmade goods as gifts, which can make something as simple as giving a mug special. JustPotters is a Vancouver-based social enterprise that employs individuals who face barriers to gaining traditional employment. Whether
Handcrafted Pottery Offers Dignified Employment
I’m always on the lookout for carefully crafted, handmade goods as gifts, which can make something as simple as giving a mug special. JustPotters is a Vancouver-based social enterprise that employs individuals who face barriers to gaining traditional employment. Whether
Healthier Laundry with Human-Powered Washer
As I was doing my laundry over the weekend, it dawned on me what a time and labour-saving invention our modern day washers and dryers are. We sort our clothes, put them in a machine, start it, and while our
Healthier Laundry with Human-Powered Washer
As I was doing my laundry over the weekend, it dawned on me what a time and labour-saving invention our modern day washers and dryers are. We sort our clothes, put them in a machine, start it, and while our
A Cleaner Car Wash
There’s nothing better, for me, than taking a nice, long drive after I’ve washed my car. I feel like I’m in a brand new vehicle and am overcome with feelings of accomplishment, happiness and promise. Over the winter months, I
A Cleaner Car Wash
There’s nothing better, for me, than taking a nice, long drive after I’ve washed my car. I feel like I’m in a brand new vehicle and am overcome with feelings of accomplishment, happiness and promise. Over the winter months, I
