Our Approach
Grounded in Four
Core Principles
ImPact Canada operates as both a non-profit organization and a community venture fund, combining social impact with sustainable financial models.
01
Community-Centered Design
We co-create solutions with newcomer entrepreneurs rather than imposing top-down programs. Our platform is a hub for connection, learning, and collective action.
03
Global Market Development
We focus on building export partnerships outside the United States market, leveraging newcomers' international networks to diversify Canada's trade.
02
Evidence-Based Programming
We educate based on what we know and research what we do not. Year One establishes a foundation of data and insight to inform all future work.
04
Sustainable Funding
We blend grants, donations, private investments, and corporate partnerships for financial sustainability while maintaining our mission-driven focus.
Honest Conversations
Building a stronger Canada requires honest conversations around racism, xenophobia, and bigotry as an ongoing part of professional discourse—not as taboo topics. We educate based on what we know and actively research what we do not, ensuring our approach evolves with evidence and lived experience.
Skilled Newcomers Ready
to Build
ImPact Canada serves skilled newcomers to Canada who are marginalized, discouraged, or lack access to traditional resources. Our goal: serve 10,000 small to medium businesses over five years, with a geographic scope of all of Canada and export partnerships beyond the United States market.
Credential Barriers
Professionals with expertise and entrepreneurial aspirations who struggle to have their credentials and experience recognized.
Untapped Networks
People who possess valuable international market knowledge and networks that remain completely underutilized.
Program Disconnect
Individuals who can't connect with existing support programs that don't address their specific cultural or systemic challenges.
Export Potential
Those who operate or aspire to develop small to medium businesses with the potential to reach global markets.