Social Innovation Lab
The Conestoga Social Innovation Lab (CSIL) fosters partnerships between Conestoga College applied researchers and cooperatives, nonprofits, social enterprises, and change-makers. These partnerships focus on solving our partners' problems to create a societal impact.
Explore a partnership
Want to explore collaborating with CSIL? Fill out the Partnership Form and/or book a meeting with our director.
Who we partner with
Partnership principles
- Social change: Our partnerships focus on supporting social change with a long-term positive societal impact.
- Community-based research: Our collaborative research approach is undertaken on behalf of and in support of organizations and change-makers.
- Applied research: Our research addresses real-world problems supporting the implementation of practical solutions.
- Knowledge mobilization: Our results are shared widely to allow others to learn from the findings.
- Student learning: Our work provides Conestoga College students with opportunities to gain hands-on experience in applied social innovation research.
CSIL impact
Understanding the human side of supply chain decision-making
This research explores the behavioural factors that influence supply chain decision-making in Canada's logistics sector.
CNERG: Investigating gaps in anti-trafficking efforts for international students
Led by Conestoga, this study explores how three post-secondary institutions: Conestoga, Wilfrid Laurier University, and the University of Waterloo, are raising awareness about trafficking risks and supporting vulnerable students.
CNERG: Examining sustainability communication in the global cosmetic industry
This study analyzed how cosmetic brands in Canada and India communicate sustainability through product descriptions, comparing industry-leading, fast beauty, and sustainable brands.
Our team
Meet our subject matter experts
By the numbers (2024)
9
Partners
11
Active projects
22
Students hired
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