Connect to the Social Economy

The social economy, whether in British Columbia, or in other places, is full of inspiring social enterprises, maverick community and business leaders, and supportive organizations and groups working to promote social economy principles. Here are some ways to connect into this exciting community.

The BC Social Economy Map

The map of the BC social economy, part of the BCSER’s foundational work, is an online inventory of the leading individuals, organizations, social enterprises, resources and information that make up the social economy in this province. Search through the “online map” map to connect to the scope and potential of BC’s social economy. Click here to explore the map.

Participating Organizations of the BCSER

The BCSER is composed of a number of active participating organizations, all representing the various components of the social economy in BC, and all of whom have their own networks of social economy practitioners and champions. Click here to connect with them.

Canadian Social Enterprise Marketplace

The Enterprising Non-Profits Program has an online marketplace to help you find social enterprises across Canada. The Marketplace was created to encourage purchasers to support social enterprise business growth to help achieve local social goals. Click here to search the marketplace or to sign up your social enterprise. Your listing will help ENP in its sector building and poilcy work by demonstrating the value, vibrancy and divserity of social enterprise across Canada.

Directory of Co-ops and Credit Unions

The BC Co-operative Association has an online directory of BC co-operatives and credit unions. Click here to search the directory.