Business Details
26 Years
experience
Empowering Nonprofits Through Social Impact Investing
Jubilee Fund was established in 2000 as Manitoba's only charitable ethical investment fund dedicated to alleviating poverty through innovative financial solutions. Our mission focuses on creating equitable economic opportunities by providing loan guarantees, direct loans, and bridge financing to non-profits and social enterprises facing barriers to traditional financing. With over two decades of experience, we have developed a proven track record of partnering with financial institutions and community organizations to deliver impactful social returns. Our team combines deep expertise in community economic development with a commitment to sustainable practices, having facilitated over $12 in social value for every $1 invested. We maintain a loan loss reserve to protect investors while ensuring 100% capital preservation, with no investor losses in our history.Our work spans housing, childcare, newcomer support, and employment programs, directly addressing poverty's root causes while building stronger communities. Through our Rent Guarantee Program, we uniquely address housing barriers for vulnerable populations, including at-risk women and formerly incarcerated individuals. Our transparent operations and community-based approach have earned recognition from leading foundations and over 150 individual donors. We maintain active partnerships with organizations like Assiniboine Credit Union and Winnipeg Foundation, demonstrating our position as a trusted leader in impact investing. Our governance structure includes a diverse board of directors representing multiple sectors of Manitoba's economy.
Services
Loan guarantees
Direct loans
Bridge financing
Rent guarantee program
Impact investing
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in ethical impact investing since 2000
- We maintain 100% capital preservation for investors with loan loss reserves
- We create $12.30 in social value for every $1 invested
- We offer unique Rent Guarantee Program for vulnerable populations
- We partner with leading Manitoba financial institutions and community organizations
What people say
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Services
Loan guarantees
Jubilee Fund provides loan guarantees to non-profits and social enterprises facing traditional financing barriers. This service enables organizations to secure funding through partner financial institutions while reducing lender risk. Our guarantees have supported affordable housing projects, childcare centers, and community development initiatives across Manitoba, helping organizations access over $12 in social value for every $1 invested.
Direct loans
We offer direct loans to poverty-reducing organizations that require flexible financing solutions. These loans support capital projects, operational needs, and expansion of services for vulnerable populations. Our direct lending has funded seniors housing developments, transitional housing programs, and social enterprise startups that create employment opportunities for marginalized individuals in Manitoba communities.
Bridge financing
Our bridge financing solutions provide temporary capital to organizations during critical transition periods. This service helps non-profits secure permanent financing while maintaining operations. We've supported student housing developments, community center renovations, and social enterprise startups that require immediate funding to capitalize on development opportunities in Manitoba.
Rent guarantee program
This innovative program addresses housing barriers by acting as a guarantor for at-risk tenants. We support vulnerable populations including formerly incarcerated individuals and newcomers by guaranteeing leases for one year. The program helps tenants build positive rental history while providing landlords with financial security, promoting housing stability and community integration across Manitoba.
Impact investing
Jubilee Investment Certificates allow individuals and organizations to invest in poverty reduction through 3-5 year terms. These investments fund our loan programs while earning competitive returns. Our impact investing model has attracted over 50 institutional and individual investors who seek both financial returns and measurable social impact in Manitoba communities.
People
Peter Cantelon
Executive Director
Peter joined Jubilee Fund in 2021 with extensive non-profit management experience. He founded the Pembina Valley Multifaith Council and serves on multiple community boards. Peter combines social justice advocacy with technology expertise, holding leadership roles in tourism and community development organizations while maintaining active involvement in social causes.
Courtney Neufeld
Fund Development Manager
Courtney joined Jubilee Fund in 2024 after working with Make-A-Wish Canada. She holds a Master of Arts in Kinesiology and Recreation Management from the University of Manitoba, focusing on community engagement strategies. Her expertise in philanthropy and community development enhances our fundraising capabilities during her maternity leave coverage period.
Alice R eimer
Operations Manager
Alice joined Jubilee Fund in 2019 with a strong finance and operations background. Her experience spans both non-profit and for-profit sectors, complemented by extensive volunteer work with World Vision and church organizations. She manages our financial operations with precision and commitment to transparent practices.
Krista Forte
Fund Development Coordinator
Krista joined Jubilee Fund in 2025 to cover maternity leave, bringing volunteer fundraising experience and a background in Ed-Tech startups. Her career includes developing online literacy programs across North America. She combines business acumen with community focus to support our development initiatives.
Questions
What types of organizations qualify for Jubilee Fund's financial support?
We support registered non-profits, charities, cooperatives, and social enterprises working to reduce poverty in Manitoba through housing, childcare, employment programs, and community development initiatives.
How does Jubilee Fund's impact investing work?
Our Jubilee Investment Certificates allow individuals and organizations to invest in poverty reduction through 3-5 year terms that fund our loan programs while earning competitive returns with 100% capital preservation.
What is the Rent Guarantee Program?
This program acts as a guarantor for at-risk tenants, helping vulnerable populations access housing while providing landlords financial security through our guarantee of lease payments for one year.
How can Manitoba non-profits apply for funding?
Organizations can complete our Social Impact Project Application online, which initiates a conversation about their specific needs and how our loan guarantees, direct loans, or bridge financing might help.
What social impact has Jubilee Fund achieved?
Since 2000, we've helped create affordable housing for thousands of Manitobans, expanded childcare services, supported social enterprises, and provided over $12 in social value for every $1 invested through our programs.
