Understanding the social economy

Description

In this resource the authors integrate a wide array of organizations founded upon a social mission - social enterprises, nonprofits, co-operatives, credit unions, and community development associations - under the rubric of the 'social economy.' This framework facilitates a comprehensive study of Canada's social sector, an area often neglected in the business curricula despite the important role that these organizations play in Canada's economy. This resource presents a unique set of case studies as well as chapters on organizational design and governance, social finance and social accounting, and accountability. The examples provide much needed context for students and allow for an original and in-depth examination of the relationships between Canada's social infrastructure and the public and private sectors. With this work, Quarter, Mook, and Armstrong illuminate a neglected facet of business studies to further our understanding of the Canadian economy.

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Other Editions

• Understanding the social economy: a Canadian perspectiveUniversity of Toronto Press2009-01-01
• Understanding the Social EconomyHardcoverUniversity of Toronto Press, Scholarly Publishing Division2009-12-31
• Understanding the Social EconomyUniversity of Toronto Press2017-01-01
• Understanding the Social EconomyUniversity of Toronto Press2017-01-01