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Events in 2026
259 sustainability, social purpose, impact finance and DEI events that took place in 2026. Their listings stay online for reference.
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Apr 19, 2026 · Toronto
ReMode
ReMode is a circular fashion festival, organized by Fashion Takes Action (FTA) to inspire, educate, and activate citizens around sustainable fashion. The…
Apr 15, 2026 · Vancouver
UN Global Compact Participants Breakfast
This informal gathering will bring together Participant companies to share successes, and discuss the current challenges and opportunities facing those leading…
Apr 14, 2026 · Vancouver
Brands for Better - Community Meetup with Felix Bock founder of ChopValue
Join us for a special Brands for Better community evening featuring Felix Böck, Founder and CEO of ChopValue. At this meetup, Felix will share insights from…
Apr 14 – 21, 2026 · Halifax
Embodied Carbon and Circular Buildings Training
Join BTZx and Solara Advisory Group for an Embodied Carbon and Circular Buildings Training Session. This training course will help participants better…
Apr 14, 2026 · Vancouver
Resilience in a New Business Climate: Practical Strategies for B Corps and Other Values-Aligned Businesses
Join BDC and B Local British Columbia for an in-person lunch and fireside chat with Karen Sytnick, Director Advisory, BC and North on what Canadian companies…
Apr 14, 2026 · Toronto
Purpose Economy Coffee
Purpose Economy Coffee is an informal monthly gathering where people who are working to imagine and build new economic models that actually work for people…
Apr 13, 2026 · New Bedford
New Bedford Ocean Economy Conference
The New Bedford Ocean Economy Conference is taking place in historic downtown New Bedford, April 13-15, 2026. The conference builds on the success of our…
Apr 13 – 15, 2026 · Okotoks
The Living Systems Summit: From Doughnuts to Deep Roots
Today's challenges can't be solved with yesterday's thinking. Whether you're navigating climate impacts, economic uncertainty, or rapid change in your…
Apr 11, 2026 · Vancouver
The Shape of Story: Contemporary Indigenous Storytelling
Since time immemorial, Indigenous peoples passed knowledge and culture from generation to generation through storytelling. Stories shape the world, help us…
Apr 9, 2026 · Vancouver
Greater Purpose Impact Circle Vancouver
Join us for Impact Circle: Vancouver, an evening designed for corporate changemakers, purpose professionals, and social impact leaders who believe business…
Apr 8, 2026 · Online
GreenSHOUTING: Breaking the Silence on Sustainability - A free webinar with Creatives for Climate & B Lab
After years of exposing greenwashing, a new and quieter threat has emerged, one that doesn’t shout, but slowly drains momentum: greenhushing. To meet this…
Apr 8 – 10, 2026 · Toronto
RemTech East 2026
The event will follow the same format as the current RemTech event held in Banff. RemTech East will focus on remediation projects that are related to eastern…
Apr 7, 2026 · Online
Mapping DEIA metrics in the workplace: Stories, data, and benchmarks that matter
Research and data continue to demonstrate that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) create more innovative and stronger performing teams and…
Apr 1, 2026 · Calgary
Greater Purpose Impact Circle - Calgary
Connect with social impact leaders driving purpose in business — bold ideas, real talk, and meaningful connections. Join us for Impact Circle: Calgary, an…
Mar 31, 2026 · Ottawa
Give to Gain – Restore, Reflect, Reconnect
Celebrate International Women's Month with live interactive coaching, meaningful IRL connections & a restorative community walk. In a time of AI disruption,…
Mar 26, 2026 · Toronto
Greater Purpose Impact Circle - Toronto
Join us for Impact Circle: Toronto, an evening designed for corporate changemakers, purpose professionals, and social impact leaders who believe business must…
Mar 26 – Apr 30, 2026 · Calgary
We Are Not In Competition! An Empowerment Seminar for Indigenous Women
It's time to rewrite the narrative. Discover your power, honour your boundaries, and thrive in a network for women supporting women. This full-day seminar is…
Mar 24, 2026 · Vancouver
GFSI Conference
The reality of food safety hinges on a single truth: Food Safety is Everyone’s Business. This core principle recognises that the livelihood of every…
Mar 24, 2026 · Online
How Every Day Operational Choices Can Make Sustainable Impact
This webinar shows how smarter choices can improve sustainability while supporting your business goals. It covers four key areas—microplastic pollution, energy…
Mar 19, 2026 · Victoria
Falldown: A Conversation about Forests and Forestry in B.C.
British Columbia’s forests are globally crucial because of their extraordinary biodiversity, rich carbon pools, mountain hydrology, and Indigenous cultures.…
Mar 19, 2026 · Calgary
Explore Circularity Day 2026
Join us for a one-day journey of shared learning and creativity to discover textiles’ role in Alberta’s circular future. Explore Circularity Day is an annual…
Mar 19 – 20, 2026 · Halifax
Black Business Summit - Innovation in Motion
Get ready for networking, learning, and inspiration at the Black Business Summit - Innovation in Motion! Join us at the Halifax Convention Centre for two day's…
Mar 11, 2026 · Calgary
Alberta Circular Plastics Day 2026
During this one-day event, discuss advancements and collaborative efforts in plastics circularity with stakeholders from various sectors including government,…
Mar 10, 2026 · Vancouver
Success with Soul
Join us for an inspiring evening with a panel of for-profit business founders who are proving that success and purpose don’t have to be at odds. These founders…
Mar 10, 2026 · Winnipeg
Sustainability Night 2026: Business models with social impact
Join the Office of Sustainability and the Asper School of Business for a panel discussion on sustainable business models in our community. Hear from business…
Mar 10, 2026 · Online
International Women’s Day panel: Inspiration. Insight. Impact.
Join us for a thought-provoking conversation celebrating women who are shaping the future of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) in Canada.…
Mar 9, 2026 · Online
#LeadershipUnfiltered: Women Leading with Impact
Celebrate International Women’s Day with an honest and timely conversation on leadership, empowerment, and impact. This LIVE webinar brings together Dr.…
Mar 6, 2026 · Vancouver
Think Global Link Local 2026
Hosted by the United Nations Association in Canada, Vancouver (UNAC-Vancouver), in collaboration with the Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) Students, let's…
Mar 5, 2026 · Toronto
Blended Finance Summit 2026
The Ontario Trillium Foundation, Thrive Impact Fund and Spring, invite you to the Third Annual Blended Finance Summit in Toronto on March 5th & 6th, 2026.…
Mar 4, 2026 · Online
CCDI UNCONFERENCE 2026
Join us for the most immersive and engaging conference for diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) professionals and allies. Collaborate and…
Feb 27, 2026 · Online
JEDDI Seminar: Understanding Reversals of EDI Initiatives
Join UBC's Peter P. Dhillon Centre for Business Ethics and the Organizational Behaviour & Human Resources division for a JEDDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity,…
Feb 27, 2026 · Ottawa
Connecting the Dots on Greener Events
Exploring sustainable event practices that work in the real world Connecting the Dots on Greener Events brings together event organizers, venue managers,…
Feb 26, 2026 · Online
OC Sustainable Design & Construction Management Virtual Information Session
Join us for Okanagan College’s Sustainable Design & Construction Management Virtual Information Session and discover how you can help shape a more sustainable…
Feb 26, 2026 · Etobicoke
Waste to Resource Ontario 2026 Year Ahead AGM & Conference
Gain insights into issues and opportunities facing the waste, recycling, and resource industry, and make connections at this event hosted by Waste to Resource…
Feb 25, 2026 · Saint Gervais
Rendez-vous de l’économie circulaire 4e édition
L’économie circulaire, la responsabilisation des équipes et la gestion du changement seront à l’honneur lors de cet après-midi inspirant réunissant des acteurs…
Feb 25, 2026 · Burnaby
Clean Energy Summit
Presented by the Burnaby Board of Trade and Tourism Burnaby, in partnership with the City of Burnaby and Simon Fraser University. Burnaby isn’t just hosting…
Feb 25, 2026 · Online
Repair Cafes 101: How Smaller Communities Can Host Their Own Repair Events
Repair Cafes 101 will walk you through the basics of hosting a community repair event that brings people together, builds local skills, and keeps usable items…
Feb 25, 2026 · Online
Board and Leadership Training: ESG & Climate Action — B Corp Edition
In collaboration with the B Corp Climate Collective, this three-hour virtual training is designed for board members, executives, and senior leaders who want to…
Feb 24, 2026 · Vancouver
Inclusive Growth Summit
Get ready to dive deep into discussions about economic equality and community development at the Inclusive Growth Summit! WeBC invites small business lenders…
Feb 19, 2026 · Calgary
ECO IMPACT 2026
Future-Proofing The Environmental Workforce: Technology & Talent Join Canada’s leading event at the intersection of sustainability, innovation, and workforce…
Feb 18, 2026 · Online
Global Standard Guidelines for Reaping the Benefits of DEI and Belonging
The benefits of DEI and Belonging in the workplace are evident when these principles are integrated into your organization’s business processes. Join Phyllis…
Feb 13, 2026 · Online
The Launch of Circularity in Built Environments (CBE): A New Research Home for Building the Circular Future
This webinar brings together the journal’s Editors-in-Chief for a conversation on why circularity in the built environment matters now, the research gaps CBE…
Feb 13, 2026 · Waterloo
Advancing Agrivoltaics for a Sustainable Future
Agrivoltaics Canada invites you to an exclusive event to advance agrivoltaics as part of an innovative solution for energy and food resiliency. Be part of a…
Feb 12, 2026 · Abbotsford
Many Voices, One City: Stories of Contribution and Belonging
Celebrating Black History Month: Join us for an inspiring gathering where diverse voices come together to share stories of contribution and belonging. Come and…
Feb 12, 2026 · Montréal
Greater Purpose Impact Circle - Montréal
Join us for Impact Circle: Montréal, an evening designed for corporate changemakers, purpose professionals, and social impact leaders who believe business must…
Feb 12 – 13, 2026 · San Antonio
Full Circle 2026: Texas Circular Economy Summit
This two-day, immersive event is dedicated to accelerating leadership in circular economy, converging regional stakeholders and global experts to drive…
Feb 11, 2026 · Online
Financing the Future: Collaboration & Co-Investing
How do we move from "we should collaborate more" to actually co-investing in ways that get deals done? Join Urmi Sengupta, Field Support Manager and Senior…
Feb 10, 2026 · Vancouver
Brands for Better Meet-up - "People on a Mission" with Scot Sustad
Come ready to kick off 2026 with connection, purpose, and inspiration. Discover how purpose-driven communities turn connection into real-world impact and why…
Feb 10, 2026 · Toronto
Addressing Eco-anxiety among University Students
Many Canadian university students, especially those studying environmental issues, experience climate-related emotions such as eco-anxiety, which are often…
Feb 9, 2026 · Camrose
Food for Thought: A local take on how we eat
Learn about sustainable food initiatives across Canada and beyond, the importance of food autonomy, food sovereignty and their connection to local, viable food…
Feb 7, 2026 · Brampton
Repair Cafe
Come to our Repair Café to learn how to repair your item for free with fixers from across Brampton. Observers are welcome to attend and share their fixing…
Feb 7, 2026 · Toronto
BEAT Forum - Access by Design: Rethinking Accessibility in Architecture
This event explores how the meanings of accessibility and disability in architecture are changing—both in the spaces we design and within the profession…
Feb 5, 2026 · Winnipeg
Future Ready SMEs: Advancing Low-Carbon Pathways
Join us for an exclusive in-person evening designed to spark meaningful conversations and powerful connections in advancing low carbon pathways for your…
Feb 5, 2026 · Online
Black History Month: Exploring Black leadership - Panel
What does Black leadership look like today, and how is it shaping the future of equity and belonging? This dynamic panel discussion will explore the evolving…
Feb 5, 2026 · Birmingham
The Circular Economy UK Conference 2026
Join us at The Circular Economy UK Conference, in partnership with West Midlands Combined Authority, where we’re bringing together leaders, innovators,…
Feb 4 – 11, 2026 · Online
How To Turn Purpose into Profit: Making The Most of B Corp
Too many reach B Corp status and quietly ask the same question, “Are we actually getting value from this?”. We are here to change that! In this Shift Community…
Jan 29, 2026 · Nanaimo
Marketing with Purpose + Power
This one’s for women ready to level up their marketing, not by doing more, but by doing it smarter. We’re diving into the behind the scenes of marketing that…
Jan 26 – 28, 2026 · Yellowknife
Arctic Bioenergy Summit and Tour
The Arctic Energy Alliance and the Wood Pellet Association of Canada are excited to announce the Arctic Bioenergy Summit and Tour—Sustainable Bioenergy for…
Jan 24, 2026 · Calgary
Living the Change: Community Film Screening and Guided Conversation
Join us for an inspiring evening of film, food, and meaningful conversation as we explore what it means to live in harmony with nature. About the Film: Living…
Jan 23, 2026 · Online
JEDDI Seminar: Beyond Performative Allyship
Join UBC's Peter P. Dhillon Centre for Business Ethics and the Organizational Behaviour & Human Resources division for a JEDDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity,…
Jan 22, 2026 · Online
AI for Sustainability: How to Deploy Responsibly and Drive Impact
AI promises to cut through the complexity that has long held back corporate sustainability. This session moves beyond the hype to a pragmatic,…
Jan 22, 2026 · Online
Giving for Good: Building Nonprofit Partnerships that Make a Difference
Nonprofit partnerships are a powerful way to promote your business while making a real difference—but building a partnership that actually moves the needle…
Jan 21, 2026 · Saskatoon
Global Connections - Introducing Climate Justice Saskatoon
Since around 2012, Climate Justice Saskatoon’s vision has been a future in which individuals, communities, other species, and ecological systems are healthy,…
Jan 20, 2026 · Prince George
Renewable Energy in Northern BC: A Power-ful Opportunity
This unique event will bring northern communities, industry, renewable energy proponents, educators, utilities, regulators, and key organizations together. We…
Jan 20 – Feb 17, 2026 · Online
An Introduction to Indigenous Governance
Cooperation Canada, in partnership with SevGen Consulting Inc., invites you to a two-part training designed for boards and the people who support them in the…
Jan 15, 2026 · Online
Bias and belonging: Understanding and mitigating unconscious bias in Canadian workplaces
In today’s Canadian workforce, belonging, dignity, and respect are the foundations for equity and success. Yet, unconscious bias can distort and misdirect…
Jan 12, 2026 · Vancouver
Exploring the Future of EPR in BC: From Regulation to Reality
Join us for Exploring the Future of EPR in BC: From Regulation to Reality – a conversation exploring how BC’s EPR recycling programs change, adapt, and evolve…
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