When Kay first joined the Libro Social Enterprise Workshop Series, she was already doing more than most people starting out. She was organizing markets, mentoring vendors, navigating community relationships, and running a small but real creative enterprise out of London's East end. She wasn't starting from zero.
There are 18 to 20 babies born in London, Ontario every single day. Pamela knows this number. She looked it up. She knows who else is in the space, the programs LHSC offers, what the Middlesex Health Unit provides, what hypnobirthing educators charge in Los Angeles and New York and Miami. She's done the research. She knows where she fits.
Looking back over the 2026 Libro Social Enterprise Workshop Series, one theme stands out more clearly than any other.
Participants did not simply leave with new knowledge. They left thinking differently.
The Government of Canada just released its first-ever AI Strategy for the Federal Public Service. It's a two-year plan for how the federal government will start using artificial intelligence across its departments and programs.
You might be wondering: what does a government tech strategy have to do with us?
More than you'd think. Here's what we're paying attention to.
At the November 18 Public Participation Meeting for the 2026 City Budget, Pillar CEO Maureen Cassidy spoke on behalf of the nonprofit sector. She acknowledged the real pressures facing Council, while also highlighting an important opportunity to recognize nonprofits as true partners, not just service providers.
Good afternoon Mayor Morgan, Councillors, and Budget Committee members.
My name is Maureen Cassidy, and I'm here today on behalf of Pillar Nonprofit Network
and the thousands of nonprofits, charities, and grassroots groups serving every
neighbourhood in this city.
After three transformative years at Pillar Nonprofit Network, we are sending our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Shelby Weaver, who will soon be stepping into an exciting new role at Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU).
We are proud to share our Donor Impact Report in celebration of the incredible impact that our donors, sponsors, and supporters have in the community.
Published on April 1, 2025
Written By: Aditi Basdeo @ Echo Impact Consulting
