Social Enterprise World Forum 2013

REAP stands for Respect for the Earth and All People. We're a non-profit, social enterprise network, for locally owned and sustainably operated businesses. Collectively our 100 members represent more than $4 billion in annual revenue, 7,500 Calgary area jobs, $8.5 million in annual... Read More →

Studio C is an award-winning Community Arts Centre in downtown Calgary – a studio and gallery open to the public. The Centre opened in 2005 and continues to innovate by connecting diverse communities through art.Studio C is a project of Prospect – a non-profit organization that... Read More →

EthniCity Catering, a social enterprise of the Centre for Newcomers, provides 10 weeks of paid work experience and training for barriered newcomers who: have limited English communication skills (Canadian Language Benchmark 3-5), are at a lower household income level, have limited... Read More →

VENU1008 is a social enterprise that funds a local Calgary non-profit, Servants Anonymous Society of Calgary. 100% of proceeds are used to help women and children.Steps away from trendy Inglewood, our venue offers an eclectic art gallery feel with fine art, contemporary statues, vintage... Read More →

Calgary Counselling Centre is the leading research, training and knowledge-based counselling organization in Canada. Since 1962, the Centre has been committed to providing best practices in counselling, training and research to improve the well-being of Calgarians through positive... Read More →

Located in the heart of Calgary’s Beltline, COMMUNITYWISE maintains a beautiful venue that provides offices, meeting rooms, activity spaces, and both indoor and outdoor common spaces for over 60 member organizations. United by the concept of “co-location” (together in the same... Read More →

The GE Innovation Centre in the heart of downtown Calgary is focused on commercial discovery and collaboration. The first of its kind for GE in North America, the GE Innovation Centre leverages GE’s global expertise, industrial breadth and technology to address challenges across... Read More →

The Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta (CPAA) makes a difference by enriching and supporting the lives of children and adults with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. CPAA turns donation of used clothing and small household items into revenues that support the many programs... Read More →

DIRTT constructs tailored prefab spaces as an alternative to conventional stud and drywall construction. The customization of dimensions, functionality and aesthetics makes for productive spaces that are long-term assets. DIRTT has three manufacturing plants. Located in key markets... Read More →

Vecova is a disability services and research organization with a long history of providing employment opportunities and community connection for persons with disabilities. With origins in the sheltered workshops of the 1970’s and 80’s, Vecova has evolved to operating distinct... Read More →

Cookies on the Go is a non-profit bakery and cafe supporting employment opportunities for citizens with disabilities. As a social enterprise of Calgary Progressive Lifestyles Foundation, we are proud to promote self-sufficiency and personal growth within adults with disabilities... Read More →

cSPACE Projects is a nonprofit real estate enterprise that is developing a network of affordable, sustainable and collaborative workspaces across Calgary. cSPACE’s mission is to connect people and ideas through places that fuel creativity, foster community, ignite collaboration... Read More →

The Habitat for Humanity ReStore sells quality, new and gently used furniture, appliances, home décor items and building materials to the public at greatly reduced prices. All funds raised from the ReStore are donated back to Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta so they may build... Read More →

Momentum partners with people living on low incomes to increase prosperity, and inspires the development of local economies with opportunities for all. Our programs include:• Trades training for Aboriginal peoples and immigrants• Immigrant Access Fund microloans for foreign-trained... Read More →

WINS's operates four Thrift Stores, which are in many ways, communities unto themselves.Staff, volunteers and customers come together, nurture friendships, and shop for items from amongst racks and shelves laden with quality, affordable clothing, small housewares, and furniture.As... Read More →