Great article by our officemate in the Flack Block, Merran Smith who directs the New Energy Vision for Canada project at Tides Canada.

When oil goes out of fashion
The Toronto Star
By: Merran Smith

On June 23rd, Alter Eco, a Renewal2 portfolio company, was featured in the printed Edition of The New York Times.  The article presented Alter Eco as a successful social venture that is able to attract “talented people” and specifically names Alter Eco's VP of Sales Kate Tierney as a prime example.  Writer Susan Moran explains how “tough times may be increasing interest in social ventures” and uses an Alter Eco as an example of a firm that supports “companies that are doing the right thing right from the start”.

SVI Alumni Kevin Lynch Tapped as new CEO of SE Alliance.

Posted on June 13, 2011 in News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SOCIAL ENTERPRISE ALLIANCE SELECTS NEW CEO
Seasoned Practitioner, Author, Speaker, Field Leader & Vice Chair

OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
June 16, 2011
  
Statement from Mayor Robertson Thanking the People of Vancouver
 
The last twenty-four hours has been a true roller-coaster of emotions for the people of Vancouver.

The excitement and anticipation of game seven, the disappointment of the loss, followed by the shock, horror, and anger over the disturbing and disgraceful displays of violence on our streets. In the end, it was a terrible night for our beautiful city.

The Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) announced that SVI Hollyhock 2011 True Confession Speaker, Sherry Stewart Deutschmann, founder and CEO of LetterLogic, was awarded the WPO’s 2011 Mary Lehman MacLachlan Economic Empowerment Award.

The 16th Annual Social Venture Institute (SVI) Hollyhock is September 14-18, 2011. This event will fill to capacity - Register now to ensure your spot! This annual event is for CEOs and leaders of established small businesses and non-profit enterprises. Pre-approval is required prior to registration.

Recognized nationally as one of Canada’s most prestigious awards for women, the YWCA Metro Vancouver Women of Distinction Awards honour women whose outstanding achievements contribute to the well-being and future of our community. The Awards also honour businesses and organizations that support the wellness and diverse needs of their employees.

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - May 24, 2011) - As Canada's largest credit union celebrates its 65th anniversary, it is timely that Vancity sets a precedent as the largest organization in Canada to become a Living Wage Employer.

SVI Alum Nick Kerchum and his firm Natural Balance Home Builders was featured recently in Canada's national Globe & Mail newspaper.

A great write-up by Renewal friend, Dal LaMagna, on Mamma Chia, a Renewal investee.

Another great small business investment: Mamma Chia
By Dal LaMagna
Huffington Post, May 19, 2011

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dal-lamagna/another-great-small-busin_b_864117.html