Resources
Resources to guide you through B Corp certification, improve your business practices or provide leadership support.
GENERAL INFORMATION
B Lab FAQ : Frequently asked questions about B Corps.
B Impact Knowledge Base : For information about certification in general.
Certification Requirements : Learn more about the three pillars of certification.
Legal Requirements for Canadian B Corps : B Corps: Learn more about the legal implications of certification in Canada
B Corp Handbook (2nd Edition) : Learn all about the certification process in one document. Cost: $27.95 USD.
Certification tools : Link to tools developed by B Lab to assist you in your certification process.
An Entrepreneur's Guide to Certified B Corporations and Benefit Corporations : To better understand the differences between these two structures.
SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Certification guide for SMEs : An explanatory guide written for small to medium-sized businesses.
Certification guide for large companies : An explanatory guide written for large companies.
Certification guide for related entities (subsidiaries, branches, divisions, etc.): To better understand how to certify a related entity.
Certification guide for startups under 12 months old : To better understand the specifics of the Pending B Corp Status option offered by the B Lab.
Position of NPOs at B Corp : To understand why nonprofits cannot be certified as B Corp.
Certification costs in Canada : Find out the costs associated with certification.
Documents to be provided during the assessment review : To learn more about the documents to be submitted during the assessment review.
Demystifying Scopes 1, 2 and 3 : To better understand Scopes 1, 2 and 3 related to GHG (greenhouse gas) emissions.
BEST PRACTICE GUIDES
Code of Business Conduct Best Practice Guide: To better understand how to create a code of conduct for your company step-by-step.
Guide to creating company policies: To help develop policies that are sustainable and will have an impact on your entire organization.
Guide to creating a governance committee: To maximize your company's accountability and inclusiveness.
Explanation guide on the Social Value Principles: Measure your impact through the Social Value Principles and use them to improve your impact strategy.
Guide to addressing climate change in business: Understand how to be a leader in climate change issues.
Guide to diversity and inclusion: To help you lay the groundwork for an impactful diversity and inclusion policy.
Guide to attracting a diverse workforce: To help you implement a plan to recruit employees from diverse backgrounds.
Guide to retaining your diverse workforce: To understand how to make your company welcoming and inclusive to all.
CASE STUDIES & PODCASTS
Podcast - B The Change : This podcast aims to inform and inspire people who are passionate about using business as a force for change.
Podcast - B Corp Effect (BDC) : This podcast was developed by the BDC and features the stories of entrepreneurs from different B Corps.