What IS the Social Economy?
You might have heard of the social economy…but what is it? Check out these videos to learn more.
VIDEOS
Join us as we take a look at social economy enterprises and the people who create them. We’ll also dive into the concepts and ideas behind the social economy movement.
PODCASTS
We’ve talked with social economy entrepreneurs from across Québec about their routes to starting their enterprises, the challenges and surprises involved, and their suggestions and advice for those looking to start their own social economy enterprises.
Startop
September 16, 2024
Since starting in 2018, Montreal-based Startop, a nonprofit, has worked with hundreds of immigrant women throughout Québec to take their business ideas and show how they can turn them into social economy enterprises.
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Patriotes de Québec Gaelic Football Club
September 6, 2024
The Patriotes de Québec Gaelic football club promotes Irish culture, gets Québec City-area adults active in a new sport, and integrates people from around the world into a close-knit club that does more than just play football.
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Antitube / Cinéma Beaumont
July 17, 2024
In a domestic scene where independent cinemas throughout Canada are being increasingly squeezed out by larger chains, Québec City nonprofit Antitube's Cinéma Beaumont has created an enviable niche in the community.
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EXPLORE EXAMPLES OF THE SOCIAL ECONOMY IN ACTION
Learn more about some of the innovative social economy enterprises and initiatives in Québec as we take you in depth with our podcast and video series. This project was funded by the Secrétariat aux relations avec les Québécois d’expression anglaise.