About CAFIID

The Canada Forum for Impact Investment and Development (CAFIID) is a community of individuals, organizations, and investors who treat positive social and environmental impact and financial return as coexisting priorities.

CAFIID members bring many years of collaboration and engagement, with a proven track record of innovation in structuring and funding impact investment products, designing and delivering technical assistance, and promoting sustainable investment ecosystems in emerging and frontier economies.

Mission

CAFIID aims to strengthen Canada’s contribution to global impact investing by connecting stakeholders, sharing knowledge, and advocating both within Canada and internationally.

Vision

CAFIID envisions a more equitable and sustainable world through global impact investing.

History

The Canada Forum for Impact Investment and Development (CAFIID) was established by MEDA in the summer of 2014. It quickly gained support from industry stakeholders, including senior representatives of impact investment funds, non-governmental organizations, foundations, family offices, consulting firms, research institutions, and businesses, all of whom sought to offer a collective voice in support of transformative development finance mechanisms.

In its early stages, CAFIID engaged in regular meetings at events such as the Social Finance Forum (SFF), hosted public forums, developed marketing materials, raised awareness, and advocated with the Government of Canada, all while growing its network.

In 2016, with momentum building and the support of its members, CAFIID formalized its structure by setting up a steering committee and working groups, progressing to the next stage of its development. CAFIID became a registered Canadian non-profit organization in August 2017 and elected its first board in September 2017. 

Contact Information: https://www.cafiid.ca/contact