The first round of applications is now closed.
We look forward to announcing the successful projects in early March.
The SHIFT Centre for Social Transformation supports existing and emerging social transformation initiatives that unite the efforts of Concordians and their partners with the goal of creating a more just, inclusive, and broadly prosperous Montreal.
Applications for Round 1 are now closed
Thank you to everyone who applied for our first round of funding and support. Currently, the members of the jury are reviewing the applications. We look forward to announcing the final selection decision to all applicants in early March.
Round 2 of our funding and support program will be available soon, stay tuned!
Find out more about Round 2
What is social transformation?
Our working definition:
an intentional process of systemic change to address not only the symptoms but the root causes of inequity, injustice and unsustainability.
A project that has a transformative social impact is one that brings about change at the level of a whole system - impacting social norms and beliefs, resource consumption patterns, rules and practices, technologies and infrastructures, and/or the distribution of power.
Recognizing the inherent complexity of working across differences in power and practices to tackle major societal challenges, we strive to create the conditions for success by:
Facilitating connections between Concordians and external stakeholders;
Funding and accompanying multi-stakeholder collaborations;
Creating opportunities for deep knowledge sharing; and
Hosting a dynamic and welcoming work space
Read more about SHIFTRead our Pilot Year Plan
