B Local Québec

Mission

B Locals are place-based communities of people using business as a force for good. At the core of every B Local are Certified B Corporations®—for-profit companies using the power of business to transform the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet.

B Locals exist to create connections, champion the stakeholder economy, increase the positive impact of their B Corp community, and raise awareness of the B Corp movement.

B Local Quebec is incorporated as a non-profit organization (NPO) and is the Quebec chapter of the movement; it aims to support the leadership of Quebec B Corps and increase the positive influence of the movement and its values in the province.

Objectives : 

• Foster sharing and learning in order to enhance the impact of B Corps.

• Foster collaboration and the creation of lasting relationships among B Corps.

• Support individual and collective leadership of community members.

• Contribute to the development of the local B Economy.

• Create a gathering place for B Corps.

• Highlight the success and news of the community.

VALUES

1. Inclusivity
Promote access, respect, and representation of diversity in all initiatives, whether involving businesses, partners, or communities.

2. Collaboration
Work synergistically with B Corp-certified companies and partners in the movement to increase our collective impact and promote sustainable economics in Quebec.

3. Social Engagement and Environmental Responsibility
Mobilize the local community by creating inclusive and sustainable relationships, while acting in accordance with the principles of sustainable development to support a fair and resilient regional economy.

4. Integrity
Demonstrate transparency, honesty, and rigor while maintaining a high level of professionalism in the management of volunteer responsibilities, in accordance with the principles of the B Corp movement. This also includes transparency and rigor in the decision-making process of the board of directors, as well as partnerships and other important requests.

Team

The B Local Quebec team is made up of dedicated volunteers, most of whom work for B Corp companies, dedicated to strengthening our local Quebec community.