Sprott Social Impact Hub
Welcome to the Sprott Social Impact Hub
Welcome to our Social Impact focused, Project-Based Experiential Learning Initiative, where we connect our passionate students with community partners like you to create a brighter future together.
Why Partner With Us?
Engaging with our initiative offers a number of unique benefits:
- Access to Motivated Students: Our students are eager to apply their skills and knowledge to real-world scenarios. They can provide energetic support for your project-based tasks.
- Influence Future Leaders: Your engagement provides students with invaluable experiences. You have the opportunity to shape their perspectives and guide their growth.
- Strengthen Community Ties: By collaborating with us, you help strengthen the vital link between the university and the community, fostering mutual growth and understanding.
What Does Participation Involve?
Participating in our initiative is a rewarding experience that involves:
- Providing a Project Brief: Outline the goals and objectives of the project you need help with.
- Assigning a Point of Contact: Facilitate communication by assigning a contact person for our student volunteers.
- Maintaining Regular Communication: Regular online and offline communication helps synchronize efforts and ensures the project stays on track.
- Offering Feedback and Guidance: Your insights and guidance are invaluable to our students’ learning process.
- Final Project Review: Participate in a final review to evaluate the project’s success and discuss potential improvements.
Partners of the Sprott Social Impact Hub
Christie Lake Kids
Christie Lake Kids is an Ottawa-based organization dedicated to supporting children and youth from low-income households by providing programs that develop physical, social and emotional skills.
Fondazione Soleterre ETS
Soleterre is a Italian-based nonprofit organization that provides medical treatment, safe housing and counseling support to children affected by cancer worldwide.
Connected Canadians
Connected Canadians is Canada’s largest digital inclusion charity focused on providing free digital literacy training to older adults.
The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund
The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund aims to build cultural understanding and create a path toward reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.
Ottawa Bicycle Club
The Ottawa Bicycle Club is dedicated to providing high-quality cycling opportunities for cyclists of all ages that promote a lifelong passion for the sport.
ImmigrantsCan
ImmigrantsCan is a non-profit providing employment and entrepreneurship support to immigrant and racialized populations.
Nutrition Blocs
Nutrition Blocs is a federally registered non-profit providing culturally sensitive food options to Canadians facing food insecurity, including seniors and youth.
At Nutrition Blocs, our mission is to eradicate food insecurity in children and build a healthy future generation of Canadians….what better way to accomplish this than by collaborating with the brightest and innovative minds of this generation? The dynamic team at Sprott Impact Hub brings together fresh ideas, creativity and energy to help us accomplish our mission.
Abhi Potdar, Founder – Nutrition Blocs
Our Commitment to You
We understand the value of your participation and are committed to making this a mutually beneficial experience. The Sprott Social Impact Hub provides full support to our community partners throughout the duration of the initiative via our Director, Emily Jones Joanisse. We’ll provide a comprehensive orientation and constant liaison to ensure you and the students gain the maximum from this initiative.
Meet the Sprott Social Impact Hub Team
Jones Joanisse, Emily
- Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream (Director, Sprott Social Impact Hub, Project-Based Experiential Learning); PhD Candidate
Nadugala, Tharindi
- SSIH Co-General Manager
Manasseri, Giorgio
- SSIH Co-General Manager
Raza, Aleena
- SSIH Student Recruitment and Outreach Manager
Nolan, Bella
- Sprott Social Impact Hub Assistant General Manager
Demcyzsyn, Amelia
- Sprott Social Impact Hub Program Manager
Kraus, Hanna
- Experiential Learning and External Relations Assistant
Sprott Social Impact Hub Advisors
Andrea Pierce
- Sprott Social Impact Hub Advisor
Daria Ivatsik
- Sprott Social Impact Hub Advisor
Eva English
- Sprott Social Impact Hub Advisor
Roberta Tomasi
- Sprott Social Impact Hub Advisor
Sean MacPhedran
- Sprott Social Impact Hub Advisor
Vijay Badhani
- Sprott Social Impact Hub Strategic Advisor/Student Mentor
SSIH Activity Reports
Download the Sprott Social Impact Hub Activity Reports below to learn more about their projects with multiple nonprofit organizations and all that they have accomplished!
Apply to Become a Partner
Interested in partnering with us? Join this exciting initiative and contribute to real-world change while shaping the leaders of tomorrow by filling out the form below. We’re currently looking for Partners for the 2025-2026 academic year. If you have an earlier opportunity, please reach out to our Director, Emily Jones Joanisse.
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