Who We Are

Founded by United Way of Calgary and Area, The Social Impact Lab (SIL) is a multidisciplinary team who aim to accelerate innovation and drive change for those in our community who struggle within an inequitable system.

The SIL is a collaboration between J5, a service design studio and United Way.  We pair J5’s design methodology and United Way’s connection to community to cultivate innovation and growth in the social sector in Calgary. Our approach to social innovation is intensive, challenging and thought-provoking. Our goal is to see more people from across the social spectrum make connections, find common ground, build on their expertise, and see each other as collaborators for real change.