B Local Ontario Committee

The Body Shop
Works in: Toronto, Ontario

Favourite drinks: Craft Beers and Cocktails

What is special about working for a B Corp? B Corps in general?
Working for a B Corp certified company aligns with my life purpose. I consider being an activist and an advocate for sustainability as my rent for living on this planet.

ECW Press
Works in: Toronto

Favourite drinks: London Fog

What is special about working for a B Corp? B Corps in general?
It's about working each day to make this world a better place than before, whether it's improving lives and livelihoods, or making the planet more sustainable. It's hard work but I love having that clear goal.

The Neighbourhood Group
Works in: Guelph

Favourite drinks: Ontario craft beers, wines & spirits, plus a daily dose of green juice

What is special about working for a B Corp? B Corps in general?
It’s the enjoyment of finding ways to solve complex issues in our community, and abroad, through social and environmental initiatives.

Copernicus Educational Products
Works in: Guelph, Arthur

Favourite drinks: Water and Chianti, served separately

What is special about working for a B Corp? B Corps in general?
It’s exciting to work for a business that cares about its workers and our planet, and at the same time, be successful. I like that B Corp has helped us think differently about what being a business means and questioning BAU at every opportunity.

The Raw Office
Works in: Toronto

Favourite drinks: Green Juice, Kombucha, Blue Berry Banana Smoothies

What is special about working for a B Corp? B Corps in general?
Doing business as a force for good where we focus on a triple bottom line.

Urban Spa
Works in: Toronto

Favourite drinks: Orangina, Guava Juice, Real Ale

What is special about working for a B Corp? B Corps in general?
Not only are B Corps a force for good, they are also a proclamation of like-minded individuals that want to see a positive socioeconomic change in the world. Facing the challenges of the status quo is a rewarding pathway leading to a better future.

The Turn Lab
Works in: Toronto

Favourite drinks: Mother natures own, H20

What is special about working for a B Corp? B Corps in general?
The unique and exciting challenges that come with using "business as a force for good" as a guiding principle and underpinning every business decision with the intention of net-positive impact on people, planet, and profit.

Emdash
Works in: Ottawa

Favourite drinks: Water, coffee, wine

What is special about working for a B Corp? B Corps in general?
Knowing that you are part of a wider movement, and finding like-minded folks who are working toward the betterment of people and the planet.

Junxion Strategy
Works in: Toronto

Favourite drinks: B Corp One Gin from UK with soda water and a lemon!

What is special about working for a B Corp? B Corps in general?
I've only ever worked for B Corps! The certification signals that the organization I work for has a positive impact on the world, and that the organization remains dedicated to this commitment to deliver stakeholder value.

Northern Village
Works in: Guelph

Favourite drinks: Coffee, Islay Single Malt Scotch, Water

What is special about working for a B Corp? B Corps in general?
B Corps are special because they are in business as a force for good. And having B Corp work together can really make an impact in the world we live in.

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd.
Works in: Toronto

Favourite drinks: Water, For Real!

What is special about working for a B Corp? B Corps in general?
Having a community of like-minded organizations and individuals provides a much needed sense of solidarity in a time where collective action is needed most. Giving each other the courage to dare to be brave is one of the most special aspects for me.

Copernicus Educational Products
Works in: Arthur

Favourite drinks: Spring water on a nearby trail

What is special about working for a B Corp? B Corps in general?
It provides a certain level of legitimacy and hope that we are trying to move business in a better direction. A direction that isn't so destructive.