As the social profit sector continues to evolve, so do the stories, insights, and strategies that define its leadership. This season on The Discovery Pod, we’re bringing forward conversations that reflect the urgency, creativity, and strategic thinking that leaders are drawing on across the country. From transforming food security to reimagining support for women’s health, youth, and Indigenous communities. We’ll be talking to senior leaders at some of Canada’s most respected organizations about the big issues they’re tackling, and what they’re learning along the way.
What to Expect: Fresh Conversations on Emerging Trends
Our newest season highlights the diverse voices shaping the future of the social profit sector, from national organizations driving policy and systems change to grassroots agencies navigating community work. Leaders from organizations like Food Banks Canada, Kids Help Phone, and Canada’s Children’s Hospital Foundations will share how they’re adapting in the face of increased demand, shifting donor expectations, and new operational realities.
At the same time, we’ll hear how some organizations are moving fast to address complex challenges through innovation and collaboration—like transforming access to midwifery care, building inclusive leadership pipelines, or designing youth employment programs.
Celebrating Impact: Special Series for Awareness Months
This year, we’re also launching a number of special episodes to honour key awareness months and shine a light on the people and organizations doing extraordinary work. For Women’s History Month, we’ll speak with leaders advancing gender equity, maternal health, and women’s leadership in philanthropy. For Heart Month, we’re taking a closer look at how frontline foundations and health organizations are responding to rising needs in care, prevention, and community health. And in June, for Indigenous History Month, we’ll feature leaders building space for healing, advocacy, and systems change through culturally rooted approaches.
These curated series aim to offer not only inspiration—but also practical wisdom from leaders who are doing the work, asking questions, and pushing for change.
Sector-Wide Insights: What Leaders Are Saying
Throughout the season, recurring themes are emerging. Across sectors and regions, we’re hearing about the importance of strong governance, a shift toward more inclusive leadership models, and a growing urgency to center equity in strategy—not just in program delivery. Whether you’re a CEO preparing for a campaign, a philanthropist looking to strengthen your contribution, or an executive director building alignment across your board and staff team, these conversations will be a must listen.
This season is going to bring together timely conversations and a wide range of perspectives from across the social profit sector.
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