Impact Incubator
Located in Montreal at Concordia University, we are a community dedicated to making the world
a better place
We give everyone the
opportunity to be the expert
of their own movement
Why we exist
In an environment that is not designed to support individual challenges, it can be difficult to bring an initiative to the collective scale, and to move from the dimension of an idea to that of action and sustainability.
There is a real need to create a world where individuals, communities, and governments can come together to creatively tackle the toughest challenges in order to create a positive and sustainable future for all.
At Balsam, the only profit
that is of interest to us is
positive impact for all who
can benefit from it
The economic dimension is an essential driving force for setting a project and its sustainability in motion. We believe in the power of a regenerative economy.
Our mission
We facilitate projects by offering access to a network of competent experts who are dedicated to shaping a benevolent and sustainable world.
Balsam is a fertile ecosystem at the heart of the greatest ideas. We support leaders who are committed to tackling social and environmental issues through the innovation of regenerative business models.
Our programming supports
individuals and businesses at
every stage of their journey
Thoughtful
Individuals
People dedicated to creating an impact on their environment by imagining ambitious and bold solutions.
Artisans
of Change
Entrepreneurs already on the move who want to create a sustainable business model and broad impact.
Troop
Leaders
Veterans in social impact who want to broaden their aim in the world.
Our programming supports
individuals and businesses at
every stage of their journey
Thoughtful Individuals
People dedicated to creating an impact on their environment by imagining ambitious and bold solutions
Artisans of Change
Entrepreneurs already on the move who want to create a sustainable business model and broad impact
Troop Leaders
Veterans in social impact who want to broaden their aim in the world
Team & collaborators
Our team of experts will guide you through a proven process to accelerate your entrepreneurial journey in a supportive and inclusive space.
Julie Hamel
Managing Director & Social Innovation Coach
Fatima Kamenge
Validation Program Lead & Social Innovation Coach
Mitalie Makhani
Ideation Program Lead & Social Innovation Coach
Sarah Naylor
Programs Design & Coordination
Eric Steedman
Social Innovation Coach
Lisa Yafalian
Marketing & Events Coordinator
Julie Hamel
Managing Director & Social Innovation Coach
Fatima Kamenge
Validation Program Lead & Social Innovation Coach
Mitalie Makhani
Ideation Program Lead & Social Innovation Coach
Sarah Naylor
Programs Design & Coordination
Eric Steedman
Social Innovation Coach
Lisa Yafalian
Marketing & Events Coordinator
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