Centre for Social Innovation

Centre for Social Innovation A restored warehouse with natural light, loads of character and the benefits of a living, breathing b

It's the last week to apply for CSI's Community Animator Program this fall/winter!Join 1,000+ artists, activists, studen...
08/22/2025

It's the last week to apply for CSI's Community Animator Program this fall/winter!

Join 1,000+ artists, activists, students, retirees, and changemakers who have used the Community Animator Program to launch new friendships, careers, projects, and businesses. Whether you're looking to build skills, expand your network, or join a vibrant community with unlimited coworking space, this is the place to be.

Apply by Monday, August 25: https://zurl.co/QI67s

Looking to build your skills, meet awesome people, and grow your network? Need a creative space to get work done? Want t...
08/06/2025

Looking to build your skills, meet awesome people, and grow your network? Need a creative space to get work done? Want to be part of a community that puts people and planet first?

Join CSI’s Community Animator Program (CAP)! By exchanging 7 hours per week, you'll get full access to our coworking spaces, social events, and tons of opportunities to learn, all inside Canada’s largest social innovation hub.

Apply by August 25: https://zurl.co/QI67s

Exciting news! Applications are now open for CSI’s Community Animator Program (CAP) for fall/winter 2025-26.This program...
07/22/2025

Exciting news! Applications are now open for CSI’s Community Animator Program (CAP) for fall/winter 2025-26.

This program has been at the heart of the CSI community for over a decade. As a Community Animator, you'll contribute one 7-hour shift per week in exchange for unlimited access to our coworking spaces, plus all the fantastic benefits of CSI membership: professional growth, learning opportunities, and a vibrant community committed to people and planet (plus lots of fun along the way).

Whether you're an entrepreneur, newcomer, freelancer, introvert, extrovert, student, retiree, or any type of changemaker, the Community Animator Program offers something for everyone.

Apply by August 25: https://zurl.co/QI67s

We get it. As a nonprofit leader, you’re wearing multiple hats, juggling priorities, and trying to make a big impact wit...
06/27/2025

We get it. As a nonprofit leader, you’re wearing multiple hats, juggling priorities, and trying to make a big impact with limited time and resources. Sometimes even the best intentions fall to the bottom of the list – like embracing digital tools that could help your charity thrive in today’s world.

The free Charity Growth Academy platform from CanadaHelps aims to make digital transformation easier, more accessible, and less overwhelming. That’s why we created this Q&A to answer some of the most common questions we get about digital transformation.

Learn more: https://zurl.co/7zIN8

Pride began as a protest. And in many ways, it still is.This Pride Month, we celebrate the everyday revolutionaries, q**...
06/20/2025

Pride began as a protest. And in many ways, it still is.

This Pride Month, we celebrate the everyday revolutionaries, q***r leaders, and community builders who are challenging systems and creating space for everyone to thrive.

Learn more about the changemakers championing 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion in the workplace and beyond in this feature from CSI Member Pride at Work Canada / Fierté au travail Canada: https://zurl.co/aRYQj

Join CSI and Future of Good for an evening of connection and conversation after an energizing first day at the 2025 Soci...
06/06/2025

Join CSI and Future of Good for an evening of connection and conversation after an energizing first day at the 2025 Social Finance Forum!

This is your chance to meet peers and leaders working in ESG, systemic investing, climate finance, corporate impact investing, and social enterprises. Whether you attended the forum or not, all are welcome to expand their networks and share ideas in a relaxed, vibrant atmosphere.

When: Monday, June 16, 5:30 - 8:00 PM ET
Where: CSI Spadina (192 Spadina Ave., Toronto)

RSVP here: https://zurl.co/UxjFt

Special thank you to our presenting sponsor Tapestry Community Capital and to our supporting sponsors, CAFIID/TIIP, Cuso International, and Imagine Canada

Join us on June 4 as we launch our new "How’d Ya Do It?" learning series with Ontario Clean Air Alliance! They'll share ...
06/02/2025

Join us on June 4 as we launch our new "How’d Ya Do It?" learning series with Ontario Clean Air Alliance! They'll share the story behind their successful campaign to shut down Ontario’s coal plants – one of the largest climate actions in North America.

The conversation will be led by CSI's CEO Tonya Surman, followed by audience Q&A. Stick around afterwards to connect with fellow CSI Members over some light snacks and drinks.

Date: Wednesday, June 4
Time: 3:30 - 5:00 PM ET
Location: CSI Spadina, Suite 201

Register to save your spot: https://zurl.co/lPEyo

Please note this event is open to CSI Members only.

The CSI Community Bond is back, and this year we’re going big: saying goodbye to the bank and becoming 100% community fi...
05/26/2025

The CSI Community Bond is back, and this year we’re going big: saying goodbye to the bank and becoming 100% community financed!

We’re thrilled to invite you to join our growing community of 400+ impact investors who are building the world they want to see. Thanks to strong support from our long-time bondholders, we've already raised $3.2 million toward our $6 million goal. But this is our most ambitious raise yet – and we need your help.

Want to earn up to 6% while investing in people and the planet? Join Canada’s most socially innovative investor community today.

Learn more and invest now: https://zurl.co/tRiuD

Join us on Wednesday, May 21 for a masterclass with the Charity Growth Academy by CanadaHelps to learn practical strateg...
05/15/2025

Join us on Wednesday, May 21 for a masterclass with the Charity Growth Academy by CanadaHelps to learn practical strategies for planning digital projects that fit your team’s capacity, budget, and timeline.

Whether you’re building a new website, launching a CRM, or streamlining internal workflows, this session will equip you with tools to avoid common pitfalls and set your project up for long-term success.

Register here: https://zurl.co/vid3f

Join us on May 6 for a Lunch & Learn with Arti Freeman, CEO of the Definity Foundation. Fresh from the Skoll World Forum...
04/29/2025

Join us on May 6 for a Lunch & Learn with Arti Freeman, CEO of the Definity Foundation. Fresh from the Skoll World Forum, Arti will share reflections on what she witnessed and learned at one of the most globally connected gatherings on social innovation.

If you’re curious about where philanthropy is heading, how global movements are shaping what’s possible, and how we can show up as allies, innovators, and systems shapers — this is for you.

Date: Tuesday, May 6
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET
Location: Online

RSVP for free: https://zurl.co/vA3kh

04/21/2025

Conversations That Matter isn’t your average dinner party.

Hosted in CSI’s private dining space, this series brings together changemakers to tackle the big, complex questions shaping our world. Through meaningful, candid dialogue (and really good food), we're building community and sparking ideas that just might change the future.

Want to join us? See what's coming up ➡️ socialinnovation.org/CTM

We're  ! CSI is seeking a part-time Coordinator, Meeting Rooms & Events to coordinate impactful events in CSI's spaces, ...
04/16/2025

We're ! CSI is seeking a part-time Coordinator, Meeting Rooms & Events to coordinate impactful events in CSI's spaces, provide exceptional customer service, and support memorable experiences that reflect our community of changemakers.

A little bit about us: The Centre for Social Innovation (CSI) is a nonprofit social enterprise based in Toronto which supports 1,000+ nonprofits and social mission organizations tackling a range of social, environmental, and economic challenges.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis: https://zurl.co/19Bja

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192 Spadina Avenue
Toronto, ON
M5T2C2

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

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