As we welcome the new year, we wanted to take a moment to pause and celebrate the work our partners are embarking on. The innovative solutions they’re championing, and the collective impact they’re working to create in the months ahead bring us hope for 2025.
Here are just a few highlights.
Akoma Holdings
Akoma is committed to fostering resilience and empowerment within the African Nova Scotian community. At the heart of their mission is the belief that land trusts—built by the community and for the community—can create stability and opportunity for future generations by ensuring equitable access to resources that sustain and uplift African Nova Scotians.
For 2025, Akoma Holdings is not only expanding its network of community land trusts but also advancing a broader vision for societal transformation.
In 2025, they will be “working to bring significant investment to the community in the form of housing, business, arts, athletics, and cultural spaces that will allow the African Nova Scotian community to thrive”, explains Veronica Marsman, Property Manager.
Bureau de la communauté haïtienne de Montréal (BCHM)
The Bureau de la communauté haïtienne de Montréal (BCHM) is a community organization dedicated to improving the lives of racialized families in Montreal.
The BCHM works tirelessly to uphold its vision of “creating inclusive and innovative solutions that address the root causes of poverty and social inequality,” says Ruth Pierre–Paul, Director of BCHM.
This year, BCHM has chosen a particularly compelling word for its 2025 vision: “coconstruire” (co-build). This term reflects the organization’s commitment to and understanding of the importance of collaboration to create meaningful change.
As articulated by Pierre-Paul, in 2025, “The BCHM seeks to co-build with local, regional, and national partners coordinated and integrated initiatives for the benefit of racialized populations.”
Canadian Community Land Trust Network
The Canadian Community Land Trust Network envisions a future where community land trusts (CLTs) play a central role in addressing housing affordability and fostering equity across Canada. By providing essential resources, advocating for supportive policies, and supporting emerging CLTs, the Network ensures that communities have the tools to build sustainable and inclusive futures.
In 2025, the Network will be focused on expanding its offerings:
“As the CLT sector in Canada grows, we will be serving as a resource, voice, and gathering place for community land trusts and allied organizations.” explains Nat Pace, Network Director.
Advocacy will also play a central role in their vision for the year ahead: “We will also be advocating to the public sector for policies that support the work of CLTs,” adds Pace.
CDP 
CDP works to promote environmental transparency by helping businesses, investors, and policymakers not only disclose but act on environmental data.
Despite growing awareness, the climate crisis persists—a reality emphasized by Nancy Dinh, Manager of Global Philanthropy at CDP North America: “Awareness has increased, but emissions are still rising.”
This is why in 2025, CDP will focus on scaling transparency and raising corporate ambition to tackle the climate crisis.
“The organization aims to raise corporate ambition and foster collaboration with financial institutions and policymakers through its tools and insights,” says Dinh.
For Dinh and the rest of the CDP team, this work is about mobilizing collective action for lasting impact going far beyond 2025.
Fonds d’investissement de Montréal IV
The Fonds d’investissement de Montréal IV (FIM), in collaboration with Bâtir son quartier, is tackling Montreal’s housing crisis head-on by creating affordable and community-driven housing solutions.
“The housing crisis is now widely acknowledged by political, institutional, economic, and community actors, as is the urgency of accelerating the development of social and community housing,” explains Edith Cyr, Director of Bâtir son quartier.
With over 160 projects underway this year, FIM and Bâtir son quartier will continue addressing urgent needs for low- and modest-income households and vulnerable individuals.
“Our hope is that, together, we can move forward with boldness toward overcoming the housing crisis, for the benefit of all citizens in precarious situations,” says Cyr.
Institute for Research on Public Policy (IRPP) 
The IRPP has a long history of advancing policy discussions that reflect the needs of Canadian communities and amplify the voices of those most affected by economic and social challenges.
2025 marks a milestone for the IRPP, who will be rolling out a vast array of tools including maps, infographics and community profiles to share with the public and to drive meaningful conversations around economic development.
“We hope communities will use the analysis and profiles to highlight the need for additional support, and that researchers will draw on our freely available data to explore new policy questions,” shares Abigail Jackson, Research Associate at IRPP.
Sîhtoskâtowin
Sîhtoskâtowin is an indigenous-led support program for Indigenous communities in rural and remote areas of Saskatchewan. The team is dedicated to creating a program rooted in Indigenous values.
“We dedicate our energy to building a sustainable program that Indigenous communities can rely on if hope is lost when exploring other avenues of support,” shares Taylar Belanger, Sîhtoskâtowin Program Specialist.
Taylar also adds, “One day, this program can be a primary resource for Indigenous communities leading positive change that leaves a lasting impact.”
The team will continue advancing these efforts in 2025.
As 2025 unfolds, these organizations and many more are moving forward with ambitious plans and an unwavering commitment to tackle pressing societal challenges.
From addressing the housing crisis and advancing climate action to empowering Indigenous communities and driving systemic change within different corners of society, their efforts reflect the transformative power of collaboration and shared purpose. These initiatives go beyond solving problems—they represent a bold vision for building stronger communities and creating lasting, meaningful progress where it’s needed most.
We’re looking forward to seeing all of these plans take shape over the year. Stay tuned for more stories about their journeys and impact in our upcoming Year in Review.