Social Entrepreneurship
Many entrepreneurs in Canada and around the globe are taking a new approach to business that puts the emphasis on making a positive difference in the world. These companies have activities that are socially or environmentally beneficial as an integral part of their business model. Discover how you can become a social entrepreneur and have a positive impact on your community.
Recent posts
The Rise of Local: ‘Hopeful Monsters’ Win!
A local supply chain, a local team and an efficient website could be a winning combination in a world transformed by COVID-19.
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The World's Climate Leaders Wear a ”B”
At the UN Climate Change Conference, 500 Corp entrepreneurs announced that they would bring their businesses to "net zero" by 2030. Learn more.
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Live from British Columbia: The rise of capitalism 2.0?
New legislation being debated in B.C. would give legal status to benefit corporations. Is this the rise of capitalism 2.0?
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Shocker: Investors get purpose. They now want B Corps
Banks and investors are slowly learning that the B Corp certification is a rigorous, comprehensive lens through which to evaluate a company. Learn more about this new approach.
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Building a movement of entrepreneurs for the benefit of society: Q&A with Michael Denham
A conversation with BDC’s CEO Michael Denham about what B Corp means to him and what the certification can do for Canadian entrepreneurs.
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