The recent newsletter from Inspired Legacies promotes events, ideas, and resources related to weathering these uncertain economic times. 

Don Shaffer, President and CEO of RSF Social Finance recently asked “What does it look like to re-imagine money to serve our highest aspirations?” in his article in Green Money Journal.

James Ehrlich, Exec Producer/Director of The Hippy Gourmet TV Show and Co-author of "The Hippy Gourmet's Quick and Simple Cookbook for Healthy Eating"  was recently recognized at the BC Tourism Awards.  James gives special thanks to Hollyhock and other great BC business that are featured on his show.

We are settling into the extraordinary Tides Renewal Centre two blocks down the street from the old digs at 220.  And before the newness of it all wears off, before we are all once caught up again in the unrelenting pace of business as "unusual", I think its time for a moment of retrospection on the phenomenal years at 220 Cambie Street.

Joel Solomon, CEO of Renewal, was one of two hundred signatories of a letter from organizations across BC that supports a legislated BC poverty reduction plan. 

Vancity is seeking Guest Columnists for ChangeEverything. Applicants are individuals who are truly inspired by their own work and are making a difference in the world. You do not have to be famous or even hold a high position within your organization, you are simply someone who is ‘on fire’ and passionate about change in this life.

Recently, Good Capitalist  asked their readers  "what can the Obama administration do to encourage the growth of the social capital market" (Meredith Walters,  "Social Capital Marketplace Bends Obama's Ear").

In challenging times, it is nice to hear some positive stories of companies that are doing well by doing good.  Our colleague fund, Investeco, recently reported that EnerWorks, a holding in their Second Private Equity Fund, is building substantial momentum. EnerWorks develops and manufactures proprietary renewable energy appliances for residential, commercial and industrial markets. In the residential market, EnerWorks’s solar water heating appliances are fully certified, ENERGY STAR® qualified, and the only system meeting CSA international standards. They complement existing water-heating systems and provide users with clean energy and a real reduction in energy costs. In the commercial and industrial markets, EnerWorks is at the forefront of integrated solar thermal solutions, working with local partners to design, install, commission and maintain solar thermal heating and cooling systems.

Anticipating a pending visit from new US President Barack Obama, "What Obama Can Learn On His Trip To Canada Today" delineates three areas where Canada is a leader--banking, healthcare and foreign worker immigration policy. 

Renewal investee Jason Mogus of Communicopia was the focus of a recent article on Charity Village.