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.