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The AIF was a result-oriented event, focused on driving deals, investments and commitments. The Forum’s preliminary numbers account for 45 deals worth over US$32 billion securing investment interest

GIIN CEO and co-founder kicked off the forum by giving an overview of their Roadmap for the Future of Impact investing - a shared plan prioritizing the actions required to transform the financial system into one where all investment decisions incorporate social and environmental factors

The current state of development financing attests to a stark contrast between the budget required to eliminate poverty and protect our planet through to 2030 and the financial resources allocated to these issues

Despite some progress, living in a rural area remains one of the most significant drivers of inequality for women worldwide. Development indicators show that rural women and girls fare consistently worse than rural men and urban women in several areas, including literacy, education, health and sanitation, and poverty.

In the developing world, entrepreneurs struggle to find the financing needed to grow their businesses, and, in turn, create jobs and reduce poverty. Now Canada’s set up a financing institution to help bridge the gap.