Our programming centres on the belief that the future requires a transformed economy that is dynamic, just, sustainable, and resilient.
From our position within an academic institution, we acknowledge that we continue to benefit from oppressive systems. We desire to use this power we hold to challenge the status quo. We don’t have all the answers but believe a transformed economy will be built by community-led solutions and the redistribution of leadership.
To get there, we hold space for programs and processes to address deep-rooted societal challenges.
RADIUS is currently running social innovation lab and venture incubation programming in the following thematic areas:
The RADIUS Fellowship is a premier professional development opportunity for emerging social innovators in Canada. The Fellowship aims to create a space for self-inquiry, personal and professional development, and relationship building whereby Fellows leave with a deepened capacity to affect mindful, positive differences in the system(s) they’re working in, all while being supported by an enhanced network of collaborators.
Véronik with her child, Niobe, with Siyám Smánit (Stawamus Chief) peeking in the background. From my window stands Siyám Smánit: welcoming yet imposing. Solemn yet exuberant. And, above all— for
First ever Designing for Equity Masterclass Alia and Ilhan (facilitators) discuss a concept with a participant Participants had meaningful conversations sharing learnings from various sectors Participants came from various sectors
Background The Fireweed Fellowship is a business accelerator program for Indigenous entrepreneurs, the first cohort of this pilot program ran from fall 2020 to summer 2021. The program was housed