Impact Together
Impact investors and Impact startups possess the unique ability to unite—bridging coast to coast and crossing borders, industries, and communities—to drive meaningful change, toward a more sustainable and equitable future.
Discover how together they create positive, measurable social and environmental impact. In today's world, actioning these bold aspirations holds immense importance as we face escalating global challenges such as climate change, access to quality education and healthcare. Striving for a just and equitable society remains the ultimate goal of all impact investors and entrepreneurs.
About ImpactFest
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ImpactFest Agenda
July 11
12:00 PM
Impact for Breakfast
Join us for the 3rd yearly edition of the impact investor's breakfast See More.
12:55 PM
Welcome to ImpactFest 2025
Host and Content chair, Hilary Kilgour, welcomes you to ImpactFest Second edition! See More.
1:00 PM
Impact Together: Building the World We Want
With an impressive track record in impact investing, Lise shares her insights on the current state of the field through the lens of BKR Capital. She highlights the opportunities, challenges, and lessons learned in recent years. While progress has been made, there is still significant work ahead to drive meaningful and lasting change. See More.
1:30 PM
Time for Resilience: Impact & Geopolitics
How can Canada lead the way in investing in opportunities that yield positive outcomes for People and the Planet amidst global political and macroeconomic instability? See More.
2:15 PM
Art & Impact
Monumental art transcends words and becomes a driving force for raising awareness about environmental crises, inspiring communities to engage and take action. Discover the unique journey of Benjamin Von Wong, a visionary artist whose creations raise awareness and inspire change. See More.
2:30 PM
The Vital Role of Impact Entrepreneurs: Why Investing in Them Matters
Meet promising founders in the heart of innovation, startups that serve as powerful engines for social, environmental, and economic transformation. By embracing bold ideas and disruptive solutions, these entrepreneurs create businesses that not only generate financial returns but, more importantly, extra financial benefits. See More.
2:50 PM
Pathways from Past to Future
A conversation between Sévrine Labelle, BDC Thrive Lab, and Kathryn Worstman, Amplify Capital, offering a unique perspective on the journey of the Amplify Capital fund, from its early days at MaRS to the recent announcement of its third fund. Through the lens of one of Canada’s pioneering impact investment funds, this discussion will explore the evolution of the country’s impact investing ecosystem, highlighting key milestones, lessons learned, and unplanned discoveries that have shaped its early growth phase. See More.
3:30 PM
Achieving Impact: Collective Efforts
Achieving impact requires a shared vision and practical strategies that foster collaboration and measurable results. By finding common ground, Startups and investors can align their strategies for greater social, environmental, and economic returns. See More.
4:10 PM
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