Does any of this sound familiar? A larger customer is asking you to demonstrate your sustainability credentials, and you're not sure what to show them. You're losing out on candidates or bids to competitors who have a sustainability badge. You've heard of B Corp certification but aren't sure whether the time and investment would be worthwhile for your business. You want to talk about your impact publicly, but aren't confident you can back it up without it looking like greenwashing. If so, you...

The Pressure of Rising Fuel Costs and Understanding the Shift to EVs With gas prices continuing to fluctuate and trend upward, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are feeling the pressure. For businesses that rely on transportation, whether for deliveries, service calls, or employee travel, fuel costs can significantly erode operating margins. This volatility has many business owners asking a timely question: is it time to consider switching to electric vehicles (EVs)? EVs generally...

Canada’s textile industry may be small, but its impact on the environment—and its potential for change—is significant. Globally, the textile and apparel industry accounts for up to 10% of total carbon emissions. This is more than international flights and maritime shipping combined (Government of Canada, 2024). From uniforms and protective apparel to specialty fabrics, small and mid-sized textile businesses are part of supply chains that touch almost every sector. Now, more Canadian textile...