We’re open! | On June 25, 2021, we opened our doors to the public for the first time in over a year. We’re so excited to have you back.
Covid-19 | Learn more about our covid-19 protocols here.
Virtual Programs | Browse our upcoming virtual programs and access past recordings.
Teachers | Interested in presenting at Hollyhock? Submit your program proposal here.
Scholarships | Available for most programs, based on financial need. We prioritize Indigenous people, people of colour, people who identify as LGBTQ2IA+, youth, elders, and those who can articulate how their Hollyhock experience will support positive impact in their lives and communities. Learn more.
Upcoming Programs
Listed by Date
Tending our Climate Anxiety (Online)
With Kairn Mahon Carrington and Dr. Faith Cohen
December 7, 2021
Online
A free one-hour session to process climate anxiety and develop strategies for resilience.
SVI 365: Business Problem Solving (Online)
With Maria Jose Palacio and Hollyhock Leadership Institute
December 8, 2021
Online
At Business Problem Solving Sessions, you’ll take part in a model for collective learning and community problem-solving. For 25 years, attending the Social Venture Institute (SVI) conference at Hollyhock has been a rite of passage for mission-driven entrepreneurs. Join SVI 365 to enjoy bite-sized morsels of the best of Social Venture Institute year-round: real-time problem-solving, inspiring stories, and above all, the opportunity to connect with like-minded leaders seeking to make positive change through venture.
SVI 365: True Confessions featuring Christine Bergeron, CEO of Vancity (Online)
With Christine Bergeron and Hollyhock Leadership Institute
January 19, 2022
Online
Join Christine Bergeron, President and CEO of Vancity, for this special True Confessions. As Canada’s largest community credit union, Vancity plays a vital role in developing a healthy society. Christine will share stories about her trials, tribulations, and triumphs from cleantech, sustainability, and impact investing. Christine’s achievements in fostering community impact, social justice and environmental sustainability have earned her accolades from Business in Vancouver magazine as a previous Top 40 under 40 winner, and as a 2021 most influential business leader in British Columbia.
Social Venture Institute Women Virtual
With Hollyhock Leadership Institute, Pamela Chaloult, Vanessa Richards and Laurel Dault
February 15 - 17, 2022
Online
Early birds get 25% off listed prices. Offer valid until Dec 17, 2021.
SVI Women will provide you with a forum to share your real time struggles, to problem solve and innovate in this new normal, and create community in a brave and carefully curated space. We will gather for ourselves, for our businesses, and for each other.
X – Social Venture Institute Hollyhock 2022 (Application)
With Hollyhock Leadership Institute
September 21 - 25, 2022
Cortes Island
Social Venture Institute offers the mission-based entrepreneur an opportunity to share challenges, successes, and experiences with peers in an atmosphere of trust and goodwill. Each attendee brings a commitment of social change to their enterprise, whether a for-profit business or a non-profit organization. Over 25 years, SVI has provided more than 3,000 entrepreneurs the opportunity to strengthen their business skills, network with other social enterprise leaders, and rejuvenate their passion and vision.