Who We Are
Synergy Foundation is a nationally recognized organization with a reputation for executing scalable, hands-on projects that drives economic development and diversification in emerging sectors, supports communities and small-to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in adopting circular economy practices and advancing green business operations. Our actions are rooted in the belief that mobilizing changemakers drives the transition we need. Through innovative projects and forward-thinking initiatives, we’ve supported hundreds of businesses and transformed promising ideas into meaningful impact.
As an ecosystem enabler, we foster innovation, partnerships, knowledge-sharing, policy advocacy, and funding opportunities, guiding communities and local economies toward a regenerative, inclusive, and equitable future.
Our Commitment
Our values shape our decisions and anchor our commitment to long-term, community-driven impact.
Vision
An equitable, diverse, and regenerative economy led by innovators, businesses, and communities.
Mission
Our mission is to catalyze change and guide our communities and local economies toward a more regenerative future.
Values in Action
Community-Driven Service
We exist to be of service as a community connector, approaching every relationship with curiosity, equity, and a commitment to meeting our partners where they are. By listening deeply and co-creating tailored, inclusive solutions, we help diverse organizations build circular and green practices while continually evolving to create meaningful community impact.
Collaboration & Support
We nurture a supportive, complimentary work environment by choosing collaboration over competition. We rise together by focusing on shared goals, empowering individual strengths, and striving for continuous improvement —for our team, our partners, and the
communities we serve.
Collective Wellbeing
We thrive when we put people first—by building an empowering environment of trust, support, and genuine care. We believe in falling forward and embrace the idea of learning from our mistakes. We reinforce work-life balance, fulfillment, and personal boundaries by investing in team growth and autonomy, and making informed decisions about which roles each of our team members should be in.
Innovative Adaptability
We embrace change and meet challenges with optimism, creativity, and a proactive mindset. We approach wicked problems* by prioritizing collaboration and mobilize diverse perspectives to fuel new, creative, and impactful solutions. We are not stagnant but remain nimble while staying true to our values. This is how we thrive in a changing world. What we can control we do so with ambition, responsibility, and organizational resiliency in mind.
Our Priorities
We focus our efforts on the areas where we can create the greatest impact for communities, businesses, and the regenerative economy.
Regenerative Communities
Ensure the transition to circular and regenerative economies is inclusive and directly benefits rural, Indigenous, and marginalized communities.
Thriving Small Business
Support SMEs across Canada to adapt to and thrive in a circular and regenerative economy.
Supportive Capital
Raise supportive capital that can go towards regenerative economy programming and development in Canada.
Our History
Over 13 years of advancing sustainable economic development in Canada.
Impact Reports
Our annual Impact Reports provide a comprehensive overview of our progress, key projects, and the collective impact we’re creating to support thriving communities and a regenerativeeconomy.
