Social Enterprise Catalyst Gala & Day of Learning – May 20 & 21, 2015 – Nanaimo, BC
Taking place May 20, the seCatalyst Gala will showcase inspiring speakers, social enterprise pitches in a Dragons’ Den style format, and expert judges to raise the profile of Vancouver Island social enterprises and the social enterprise sector as a whole.
Following the Gala, on May 21, a Day of Learning will bring together organizations considering social enterprise, existing enterprises, and experts in the field, for a day-long skills-building conference focused on delivering practical and relevant learning to help social enterprises launch and expand.
Visit www.secatalyst.ca to learn more.
Canadian Open Data Summit – May 25, 2015 – Ottawa
An annual event where the most pressing challenges facing the open data community are addressed on a national scale.
Travel Grants Available: With support from the Foundation and the Community Knowledge Exchange, the Summit will provide travel grants to Canadian open data leaders, including five to Canadian youth leaders enrolled at a Canadian college or university. Deadline to apply is April 2.
Social enterprise survey
Help the British Council understand what support services are offered to social enterprises around the world by taking part in their short survey.
Learn more about the British Council.