Announcing the TIIP Knowledge Exchange
A new peer-to-peer space for Canada’s social finance fund managers to share, learn, and solve challenges together.
TIIP is launching the Knowledge Exchange, a national forum where social finance fund managers connect monthly in a confidential, funder-free environment to exchange lessons, test ideas, and tackle real challenges in real time.
This pilot is built by and for fund managers who want practical solutions, trusted peers, and a consistent space for candid conversation.
Who This Is For
The Knowledge Exchange is designed for fund managers at every stage: from those raising their first funds to seasoned intermediaries managing mature portfolios. Whatever your experience level, this is a trusted space to:
- Learn from peers who’ve faced similar challenges
- Share candid lessons and insights from your own practice
- Strengthen the collective capacity of Canada’s social finance ecosystem
What You'll Gain
Confidential, trusted peer network across Canada
Candid advice from fund managers who understand your challenges
Real-time problem solving
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Always-on Knowledge Vault
Shared templates, tool, and peer-contributed insights
Influence
Shape the tools, standards, and practices that strengthen Canada's social Finance Ecosystem
Early access to ecosystem intelligence
Stay ahead of market and policy shifts before they hit your LP conversations
Visibility & Recognition
Showcase your fund's leadership through TIIP channels. Get early access to resources curated for fund managers.
Principles
- Confidential – candid, off-the-record conversations
- Peer-Led – agendas shaped by fund managers
- Inclusive – all voices respected, emerging and established
- Efficient – focused, time-bound sessions
- Practical – solutions and lessons, not theory
Format
Impact Fund Clinics
Rapid, real-time peer problem-solving
Expert Series
Practical Q&A with legal, finance, and policy experts
The Strategy Room
Confidential peer deep-dive on a complex challenge
TIIPing Points
Members meetings: ecosystem intel + updates
Slack Community
Always-on space for questions, notes, and resources
Peer Faciliators
Facilitated by Elena Yugai, impact investor across early-stage and institutional settings since 2018, with experience as a facilitator and educator of social enterprise, impact investing and equity-centered programs, joined by guest speakers with specialized perspectives.
Program Details
Pilot Cohort runs from November 2025-May 2026.
When: Second and Fourth Tuesday of the month
Time: 9 am PT | 12 pm ET | 1 pm AT
Duration: 1 hour
Participants: 20-25 fund managers, both emerging and established.
Cost: no cost for the Founding Cohort. After the pilot, Knowledge Exchange is included in TIIP Membership.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this training or a webinar?
No, this is a peer-to-peer exchange for fund managers, not a presentation or course.
Who can join?
Fund managers only – both emerging and established intermediaries across Canada.
What is the time commitment?
Two sessions a month, 1 hour each.
Is it confidential?
What’s said in the room stays in the room — but what’s learned helps us all. TIIP will synthesize common themes (without attribution) to shape future member services and advocacy priorities.
How much does it cost?
Participation in a Pilot is free. After the Pilot ends, the Knowledge Exchange is included in TIIP Membership.
How do I join?
Book a meeting with Elena Yugai to answer questions, confirm fit and next steps.
What happens after the Pilot?
After the pilot ends in May 2026, the Knowledge Exchange will become an ongoing member program with open, rolling enrolment. Any TIIP member fund manager will be able to join future sessions or access the online community at any time. Only the Founding Cohort (Nov 2025 – May 2026) operates as a closed, fixed group to test and refine the model.
What language will sessions be in?
The pilot will run in English, with plans to expand to French in future phases based on demand and resources.
Can my colleagues or team members join?
Each participating organization designates one lead fund manager to take part, to keep discussions focused and confidential. Colleagues can access summaries or resources shared afterward.
Ready to join?
Book a short call with Elena to discuss joining the Founding Cohort.
This is your opportunity to help shape the future of peer learning for fund managers.
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