Bee LocalWe're a not-for-profit association of Calgary businesses that are locally owned and sustainably operated.  REAP Members contribute more to Calgary economically, socially and environmentally than chain stores, which is why we're celebrating being local.

Spot the bee to find businesses that share our values. Then BE LOCAL by pollinating our garden of merchants and watch our community grow greener and more resilient.

Make more impact by being local

members

We have new members joining all the time.  Here is a map of where everyone is located.

news & events

John Kania has 25 years of experience advising senior management on...
2012/05/22 - 9:55am - 11:00am
REAP is proud to co-host the Sustainability for Breakfast series with...
2012/05/25 - 7:30am - 9:00am
Join CBSR partner GlobeScan for an informative and interactive...
2012/05/31 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of the Calgary Multicultural Centre: Connecting diverse community...
Alberta Ecotrust is a big fan of Doug McKenzie-Mohr, the Canadian founder of community-based social...
Spray Lakes Sawmills is planning on clear cutting 1,300 foot ball fields worth of trees on PUBLIC...

articles

Profit for Good
As non-profits and corporations alike are under pressure to become more sustainable and to inspire investors, they are turning to each other for...
Poverty Costs: The Economic Case for Poverty Reduction
Mahatma Ghandi said that poverty is the worst form of violence. This is because it could be fixed by equalizing the distribution of wealth and...
Why you should buy into buying local
It’s January and, like we do at the start of every new year, many of us are looking for ways to make positive change in our lives. Research shows...
Celebrate the holidays with green cheer!
The event industry is the second most wasteful industry after construction. By greening your holiday event, you can make a positive and sustainable...