Events
We are pleased to participate and host a number of events throughout the year that engage our community as well as provide opportunities for Memorial students to learn, expand their networks and share their ideas.
SOCIAL ENTERPRISE WEEK 2025: November 17 - 22
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Mon, Nov. 17 1:30 - 5:30pm |
Kick-Off Event + Scavenger Event | Join the kickoff party to Social Enterprise Week! Starting with a student panel where you'll get to hear from other students and the experiences they've had within several CSE programs. We will also have a scavenger hunt for prizes and pizza! | Social Changemaker Space, Business Admin. BN-4015 | Register Here |
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Tues, Nov. 18 12:00 - 1:00pm |
Let's Get Social: Arts Based Social Enterprises |
Join Dr. Gillian Morrissey, manager of the Centre for Social Enterprise, for an introduction to arts-based social enterprises. Learn about social enterprises and social impact and how these concepts can be mobilized through the arts and music. |
School of Music, Suncor Hall, MU 1050 | TBA |
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Tues, Nov. 18 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
Social Innovation @ Memorial research poster fair |
You're invited to the Social Innovation @ Memorial research poster fair, which will highlight research at Memorial University that addresses social, environmental, and cultural challenges and contributes to positive change in society. Members of Memorial University and the broader community are invited to attend and learn more about the innovative work happening across Memorial University! |
University Centre, 3rd floor (UC-3015 & Foyer) | No registration required |
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Tues, Nov. 18 4:30 - 6:00pm |
Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Mixer |
Celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week with a networking mixer at The Breezeway! This event is open to all Memorial students, staff and faculty, as well as local entrepreneurs from the community. Join us for food, drink and networking as we celebrate entrepreneurship in Newfoundland and Labrador. This event is presented in partnership by the Centre for Social Enterprise, the Memorial Centre for Entrepreneurship, the Research Innovation Office, the Entrepreneurship Training Program (School of Graduate Studies), Genesis and Bounce Innovation. |
The Breezeway, University Centre, UC- 1004 | Register Here |
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Wed, Nov. 19 9:00 - 12:00pm |
Field Trip: The Cape |
Join us for a fun field trip to The Cape - a new hospitality project being developed in the town of Cape Broyle on the Southern Shore of Newfoundland (~1 hour outside of St. John's). Meet owners Sam Follett and Dave Lank, and Culinary Director Alex Blangdon for a tour and learn how regenerative tourism works in practice. Transportation is provided. Maximum capacity of 25 students. |
Bus will leave Business Building at 9am and will travel to The Cape in Cape Broyle (Southern Shore) |
TBA |
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Thurs, Nov. 20
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Social Enterprise Fair |
Join us as we celebrate Social Enterprise Day with our annual Social Enterprise Fair. Come chat with incredible social enterprises, discover their products/services, and learn how they're making a difference in the world! |
University Centre, 3rd floor (UC-3015 & Foyer) |
Register Here (not required but helps us with planning) |
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Fri, Nov. 21 4:00-7:30pm |
Social Impact-a-thon: 4BetterFutures Day 1 |
Do you care about building a future that’s not just sustainable — but regenerative? One where we give back more than we take, restore what’s been lost, and design systems that help people and the planet thrive? If you're passionate about tackling issues like climate change, food systems, social justice, or community resilience — and you're excited by bold, creative ideas for a better world — this event is for you!
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Social Changemaker Space, Business Admin. BN-4015 |
Deadline: Nov. 21 |
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Sat, Nov. 22 9:00 - 4:30pm |
Social Impact-a-thon |
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