I recently wrote a blog post outlining some of the factors that will influence whether social impact bonds (SIBs) can become mainstream investments for profit-oriented investors or not. I believe the most important factor, as with any investment, is whether SIBs can offer an enticing trade-off between expected return and risk.

The challenge is that, with the SIB concept still in its infancy, these metrics can be difficult to quantify. Accordingly, in this post I will offer suggestions as to how shrewd investors might manage the risks inherent in SIBs to create a more viable investment opportunity.

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We believe that by offering a fair return, we can expand the use of SIBs to create a profound impact on how social issues are addressed in Canada. In this post, we discuss five considerations that will impact the future of SIBs as investment vehicles.

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In conclusion, social impact bonds are one part of a broader solution. The SIB model has a unique way of supporting new (or expanding) services, that otherwise would not operate, and prioritizing data-based measurement. As this discussion demonstrates however, there are still thoughtful questions that need to be considered before implementing SIBs in Canada. Critical questions exist around measurement and valuation, investor return and transaction fees, and operating model design. 

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To advance the discussion around SIBs in Canada, we need to understand how they will actually function in our current publicly funded health and social systems.

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