Join Tim for a lively and insightful conversation with Calvin Trottier-Chi and Sonia Vinogradova from the Greenback Revolution initiative. After working on the Green Transition Scoreboard together discussed on this show last spring, the three discuss the true power of the retail investor to create change, whether it’s the Gamestop short squeeze or community bonds. The three also discuss the delicate balance of creating projects that generate attention versus those that could create more systemic sustainable growth - and actionable steps for you to take control of your finances. 

You can learn more about The Greenback Revolution and make a disclosure: https://greenbackrevolution.ca/

Listen to Tim’s lecture with the data from the Green Transition Scoreboard: https://youtu.be/QSTwh4ibINQ?si=xpUzhWqSzA71cRO9

Connect with Calvin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calvin-trottier-chi/
Connect with Sonia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonia-vinogradova-sophia/

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Join Tim for a lively and insightful conversation with his cousin Michael Sambasivam, senior analyst at Investors for Paris Compliance and a real expert in climate finance. This episode dives into Canada’s climate finance scene with candid talk about green policies in Canada -  the good, the challenging, and the surprising. From discussions on Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to a pretty wild story about a certain controversial Canadian news organization, listen to these two completely and proudly nerd it out for climate finance. 

You can learn more about Investors for Paris Compliance: https://www.investorsforparis.com/

Read the “controversial” Brookfield report discussed here: https://www.investorsforparis.com/brookfield-netzero/

Read the January 2025 progress report discussed here: https://www.investorsforparis.com/canadian-banks-asset-managers-net-zero-a-progress-report/

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What’s the real path forward on climate action? Tim Nash explains why “green growth”—not taxes or bans—is the only pragmatic choice for tackling climate change in today’s political climate. This episode dives into the history, definitions, and surprising economics of green growth, from the legacy of “Limits to Growth” to $20 trillion in global green investment. Learn why public support makes “carrots” the way to decarbonize and discover what Canada, the EU, and leading investors are doing now. Plus, Tim shares ideas for building parallel green economies, empowering local and Indigenous communities, and investing where values meet impact. Subscribe for deep dives and inspiring interviews on the future of sustainability and responsible investing. 

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Join Tim in our final video in our Summer of Good series, featuring Suzanne Faiza, Knowledge Lead at Tapestry Community Capital, to discuss the pivotal role of community bonds in sustainable finance and how Tapestry supports organizations considering using them. They dive into Tapestry's four-step process that helps organizations with planning, structuring, raising, and managing community bonds. Susanne and Tim also discuss Tapestry’s new Weave Community Bond Fund aimed at attracting institutional investors and the broader mission to bring community finance mainstream. 

You can learn more about Tapestry here: https://tapestrycapital.ca/

You can learn more about the Weave Community Fund here: https://www.weavefund.ca/

If you’re an organization interested in learning more, email [email protected]a or [email protected]a 

Learn about the Toronto Banker Ladies here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fXMYRtLTYP0

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Join Tim in this episode as he sits down with Indwell, who have provided affordable housing across Ontario since 1974, with Nick Van Der Velde, Finance Manager, and Michael Brathwaite, Senior Associate of Impact Investing. They discuss Indwell's innovative approach to providing affordable and supportive housing in communities across Ontario. Learn about their humble beginnings, their growth to over 1300 units, and the successful launch of their successful community bond campaigns - including their upcoming $20 million bond initiative! 

You can learn more about Indwell and their upcoming initiatives here: https://indwell.ca

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Join Tim as he sits down with Faiz Abhuani, founder and director of Brique par Brique, an organization committed to solving affordable housing issues in Quebec. Faiz discusses the inception of the organization, their focus on community-driven solutions, and the innovative use of community bonds. Don’t miss this insightful conversation on addressing housing affordability and building strong communities - bri(que) by bri(que).

You can learn more about Brique par Brique at: https://www.briqueparbrique.com/en/home
Bond details here: https://www.briqueparbrique.com/en/invest

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Welcome back to the Summer of Good series! In this episode we welcome the co-founders of Goparity: Emily Mercy (Managing Director), Blake Bunting (Director of Business Development, and Dealing Representative) and Elliot Warner (Director of Tech, Strategy, and Finance). From their journey from university friends to founders to the impact of their community-driven projects, this interview will highlight the importance of democratizing access to sustainable finance. 

New Goparity signups can use this link to get the voucher: https://app.goparity.ca/signup/voucher/GOODINVESTING 

People with existing accounts can redeem the GOODINVESTING voucher on their dashboard. 

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Welcome back to the Summer of Good series! In this episode we welcome Tonya Surman (CEO) and Kyle Shantz (Managing Director) from the Centre for Social Innovation (CSI) to discuss the transformative power of community bonds. Tonya and Kyle share the story of how CSI’s beginnings as the first co-working space in Canada expanded to reinventing the social innovation space, successfully buying their buildings through community bonds. They highlight how the community bond model has evolved and expanded to help nonprofits and social enterprises access much-needed capital - and what needs to still be done. 

You can learn more about the Centre of Social Innovation at: https://socialinnovation.org
Learn how to invest in their 6% bond here, before it is too late: https://socialinnovation.org/news/2025/05/15/the-2025-csi-community-bond-is-here/

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Welcome to the Summer of Good series! This series highlights the great organizations that are making our world a better place through sustainable finance. In our debut episode, Tim chats with Solène Hanquier, Head of Responsible Investments with National Bank Investments. 

Solène shares her journey into the world of sustainable finance and the role of National Bank Investments in responsible investing across Quebec and Canada at large. From ESG integration, the creation of sustainable funds, to the need for education in sustainable finance, this discussion is sure to help you learn how to make informed, sustainable investment choices with great financial partners. The Summer of Good series will continue every two weeks throughout the summer, so be sure to subscribe to learn more about Canada’s great sustainable organizations! 

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Join Tim Nash, founder of Good Investing, for an eye-opening update on the unstoppable momentum of the green economy. In this powerful presentation, Tim unveils the latest edition of the Green Transition Scoreboard™, a groundbreaking project he launched with the late visionary Hazel Henderson back in 2009. Since then, the Scoreboard has tracked trillions of dollars flowing into renewable energy, clean transportation, and sustainable infrastructure. 

At a time when the world is hungry for real solutions and hopeful news, Tim brings fresh insights into the progress that’s driving a greener, more sustainable future. 

Download the report here.

Mentioned links: https://hazelhenderson.com/ 

https://www.ethicalmarkets.com/gts-reports-and-press-releases/ 

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