Five Good Ideas is a lunch-and-learn program where subject-matter experts discuss powerful and practical ideas about key issues facing non-profit organizations. The sessions are most useful for management staff and board members at small and mid-sized non-profits.
- The podcast is hosted by Maytree president Elizabeth McIsaac.
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Season 23
Session 2 – Five Good Ideas on what great non-profit boards get right
In this session, originally recorded on November 25, 2025, Aleem Punja, Executive Director, Future Ready Initiative, Aga Khan Council for Canada, shared lessons from leading and advising boards across sectors.
For the five good ideas, resources, and full transcript, visit the session page.
Session 1 – Five Good Ideas on surviving and thriving in social policy
In this session, originally recorded on October 20, 2025, Sherri Torjman shares lessons from her 25 years at the Caledon Institute of Social Policy.
For the five good ideas, resources, and full transcript, visit the session page.