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Tuesday, October 14, 2014

New Publication: Exploring factors that influence social retail investors’ decisions – Evidence from Desjardins Fund

Dominique Diouf, Tessa Hebb, and El Hadji Touré are pleased to announce that their article, Exploring factors that influence social retail investors’ decisions: Evidence from Desjardins Fund, is now available in the Journal of Business Ethics! Be sure to check it out! Abstract: Most studies on the choices, motivations and behavior of... More

Tuesday, October 14, 2014

Graduate Programs in Indigenous Policy and Administration at Carleton University

The School of Public Policy and Administration at Carleton University is developing two new and unique graduate programs in Indigenous Policy and Administration: a concentration in the School’s Master of Arts in Public Administration, or a Graduate Diploma. The Master of Arts in Public Administration at Carleton is a fifteen course program that... More

Thursday, October 9, 2014

Free Workshops on Resources for Affordable Homes in Ottawa – October 15, 2014

Join us for two (free) innovation workshops as we consider approaches towards Broadening the Base of resources to create 1,000 new affordable homes in Ottawa. Wednesday October 15, 2014: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Beaver Barracks, 464 Metcalfe The Overall Picture: How might we create 1,000 units? Where might the land be? What kind... More

Wednesday, October 8, 2014

Job Posting: Assistant Professor (Indigenous Policy and Administration)

The School of Public Policy and Administration at Carleton University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in Indigenous Policy and Administration, effective 1 May 2015. Through research, teaching and supervision, the successful candidate will participate in the development and delivery of the... More

Tuesday, September 9, 2014

New Responsible Investing Initiative Working Paper Published!

Arleta Majoch, Andreas G.F. Hoepner, and Tessa Hebb have published a new working paper titled 'Sources of Stakeholder Salience in the Responsible Investment Movement: Why Do Investors Sign the Principles for Responsible Investment?' This paper is available for download at... More

Monday, August 25, 2014

The US Conference Board publishes Giving Thoughts article by Tessa Hebb and Babita Bhatt

Measuring social value is a daunting task, and many organizations do not know how or where to begin. The breadth of literature and lack of best practices makes the process of beginning impact measurement even more difficult. However, there are certain common steps that should be followed to reach a basic level of impact... More

Tuesday, August 19, 2014

Frances Abele Discusses Development of Canada’s North with CBC

Professor Frances Abele spoke with the CBC about the government's approach to Canada's North, and particularly the Prime Minister's interest in developing the north through natural resource extraction. Although mining companies are eager to access the wealth of resources to be found in the North, they aren't as excited about the price tag that... More

Monday, August 18, 2014

Job Opportunity: Research Assistant Needed – Apply by Sept. 1, 2014

We are looking for an independent, dependable person with a strong interest in mining and northern Aboriginal issues to provide research assistance to a SSHRC-funded research project being conducted in collaboration with Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. This is a great opportunity to ‘learn by doing’, as you will be working directly with the project... More

Thursday, August 14, 2014

Job Opportunity: Purpose Capital Seeks Senior Consultant

Purpose Capital is seeking a Senior Consultant to play a lead role in its Investment Advisory practice, and to manage and grow an internationally competitive business. Reporting to a Director, this individual will be deeply involved in managing the Investment Advisory practice, including leading client projects and business development, and... More

Wednesday, June 25, 2014

New Report: Partnerships between not-for-profit organizations and business: Challenges and opportunities

3ci Director Tessa Hebb and Research Associate Roopal Thaker have just released a detailed report on how not-for-profit organizations view their partnerships with business.  Drawing on extensive interviews with not-for-profit organizations, this report was commissioned by ESDC, Government of Canada and explores both the challenges and... More

Monday, June 9, 2014

Academic Director, Frances Abele Wins 2013 Pierre De Celles Award

Congratulations are in order for 3ci's Academic Director, Professor Frances Abele, who was awarded the 2013 Pierre De Celles Award for Excellence in Teaching Public Administration from the Institute of Public Administration of Canada (IPAC) on June 2, 2014. Professor Abele teaches in many capacities, including as Professor of Public Policy and... More

Tuesday, June 3, 2014

Call for Papers: PRI Academic Network Conference, Deadline EXTENDED to JUNE 30th!

The deadline to submit papers for the upcoming PRI Academic Network Conference has been EXTENDED to JUNE 30, 2014 so be sure to submit your abstract ASAP! Registration is also open for the PRI Academic Network Conference 2014 being held from 22-24 September in Montréal, Canada. This event is held in collaboration with the David O’Brien... More

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