Tides Canada Foundation

Tides Canada Launches New Website

By Anonymous on October 1, 2009 - 12:04pm

Tides Canada has re-designed their site to make it easier to find and share information about how they help you change the world. Their site is hosted using 100% certified green renewable energy such as wind and solar, and features exciting new content and better search tools.

Congrats to Top 10

By Anna Strom on December 30, 2008 - 12:00am

Congratulations to the organizations Tides Canada elected as their Top 10 for 2008, including: Pacific Wild, Ecojustice, Markets Initiative, PowerUP Canada, Hollyhock Leadership Institute, Potluck Café & Catering, East Scarborough Storefront, Nunavut Sivuniksavut College Program, Canadian Centre For Policy Alternatives.

Partners for Change Party 2008 Toronto

By Anna Strom on December 8, 2008 - 12:00am

Check out the pictures from the 2008 Toronto Partners for Change Party!

The Evolution of Tides Canada

By Joel Solomon on October 6, 2008 - 9:40am

A few words from Ross McMillan, President and CEO of Tides Canada:

"As many of you are aware, my role expanded to President and CEO of Tides Canada this July. Tim Draimin, who grew Tides with his visionary leadership, has taken on an advisory role as Tides’ first Senior Fellow. I look forward to working with you in the months and years ahead.

Tides Renewal Centre Taking Shape

By Joel Solomon on July 8, 2008 - 10:41am

Renewal is deep in the build out of the interior with Penner and Associates. They are driving us towards the highest level of LEED we can reach for commercial build out of office space. Fitting modern offices into the irregularities and charm of a 19th century space tests our patience and pocketbook. The charm of the 100+ year old brick, massive windows, central light well, and the 8 or 9 walk in vaults with original steel doors, hold tales we'll have fun for years creating and embellishing.

Sustainalytics (f. Jantzi Research)

Canada's leading research house for socially responsible investment.

Michael’s Story

It all started with a radio show. It was the late '80s, and economics and international relations grad Michael Jantzi had yet to weave his social values into his professional persona—until a CBC broadcaster peaked his interest with a report on socially responsible investment (SRI). A then growing trend in Europe and the US, Michael immediately wanted a stake in Canada. “I had long believed that corporations usurped any stakeholders in terms of their impact.

Tides Canada Announces Leadership Transition

By Anna Strom on June 25, 2008 - 10:02am

Alan Broadbent, Board Chair of Tides Canada Foundation, announced on June 25th 2008 that Tim Draimin, founding Executive Director of Tides and its operating arm, Sage Centre, is stepping down from his role as CEO, and that Ross McMillan, currently President, has been appointed as President and CEO of both organizations.

Our Dear Friend Robert Huber's Memorial Service

By Joel Solomon on June 13, 2008 - 10:43am

Robert and Martha Born in Nashville, Tennessee on December 12, 1949, Robert Huber died on June 9, 2008 after a courageous battle with pulmonary fibrosis. His life was an inspiration to many. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his wife and our colleague, Martha Burton, and by his family and friends.

Lots of Good News for Spring

By Joel Solomon on April 10, 2008 - 9:59pm

After a successful kidney transplant in November from my old friend and Hollyhock co-founder, Shivon Robinsong, I have returned healthier than ever to a plethora of activities at Renewal.

Great Bear Rainforest

The Great Bear Rainforest is an ecosystem of global importance and a vital, natural, cultural and economic resource for First Nations, coastal communities and British Columbia. Success here means protecting the ecological integrity of the land while respecting indigenous cultures and strengthening local economies.