Public Policy

Selecting a social impact bond investment to manage risk

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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Job Opportunity: Senior Advisor, Public Policy, MaRS Centre for Impact Investing

The MaRS Centre for Impact Investing is looking for a Senior Advisor, Public Policy to lead public policy initiatives of the Centre to help enable advancement of the recommendations of the Canadian Task Force on Social Finance and strengthen the field of impact investing in Canada. Apply by March 27, 2013.

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The Future of Social Impact Bonds as a Mainstream Investment

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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Nuances to the Application of SIBs in Canada

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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A Primer on Crowdfunding in Canada

In April 2012, the JOBS Act was swiftly signed into law in the US by President Obama with bipartisan support. The speed at which the act went into legislation and the strong support that the act gained in its short legislative history was truly unprecedented.

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