We’re a B Corp

BDC first received the B Corp certification in 2013—the first financial institution in Canada to do so. We recertified as a B Corp for the fifth time in September 2025. This certification reaffirms our unwavering commitment to creating greater economic, social and environmental value for Canada and its entrepreneurs.

Try the B Impact Assessment

B Corporations are recognized as a force for good, meeting high standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. The B Corp global community includes over 9,500+ certified B Corp businesses in 103 countries an 164 industries.

BDC proudly champions B Corp certification and celebrates the more than 570 certified B Corps across Canada. These companies’ commitment drives progress toward a more inclusive and sustainable economy. By supporting the global B Corp movement, BDC is helping to build and strengthen a community of Canadian businesses recognized as leaders in sustainability.

Benefits

Becoming a B Corp will:

differentiate your company brand;
attract millennial employees;
attract social media interest;
allow you to compare your company performance with your peers around the world;
give you entry into a group of entrepreneurs who seek to do business with each other.