We are dedicated to advancing knowledge and practice to find novel solutions that address complex social and environmental challenges. Through research, partnerships and capacity-building activities, the institute is a hub for understanding how socially motivated organizations can effectively design and scale innovations that deliver long-term benefits.

The Maria T. Schneider Social Innovation Institute is part of the Triffo School of Business. By fostering interdisciplinary research, the institute aims to support the development of practical and scalable approaches that contribute to sustainable and inclusive development. Through social innovations such as cross-sector collaborations, community-engaged research and social and environmental justice, our research supports the shift to inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystems and equitable communities in Canada and around the world.


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Canada Research Chairs