Fifth-year Anniversary Celebration
- May 5, 2025
5:00-8:00 PM EDT - SmithToronto, 200 Front St W, 30th Floor, Toronto, ON
On May 5, 2025, ISF celebrated its 5th anniversary as Canada’s premier hub for academia, the private sector and government with a singular focus on increasing Canada’s sustainable finance capacity. It was an opportunity to come together with friends, supporters and partners to reflect on past achievements, grapple with new challenges, and set a course for the next half-decade of sustainable finance leadership.
Agenda
5:00 pm - 5:30 pmRegistration and Networking
5:30 pm - 5:35 pmWelcome

Keynote Address

Panel Discussion
Power, Profit, Planet: How business & finance can provide leadership in times of uncertainty
Geopolitical and economic turbulence has disrupted the momentum behind sustainable investing, fracturing global alliances and stalling key policy gains. Yet, the climate and biodiversity crises remain pressing realities, and forward-thinking organizations continue to prioritize sustainability.
For investors and financial leaders, the challenge is clear: How do we reinforce the strategic and financial case for sustainability amid shifting market dynamics? Where are the most compelling opportunities in the low-carbon transition? And who will emerge as the visionaries steering private capital toward scalable climate solutions?
The future of sustainable finance isn’t just about resilience — it’s about leadership. Are you ready to seize the opportunity?
Moderator

Presenters




Closing Remarks

Reception and Networking
Refreshments served