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

The theme for our February meeting is Living Wage. We'll hear brief...
2012/02/24 - 7:30am - 9:00am
What is our connection to water? How can creativity and creative...
2012/02/28 - 5:30pm - 8:30pm
This month, Innovation Exchange is excited to have presentations from...
2012/02/29 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Jane's Walk is a global weekend of free neighbourhood walking tours (May 5 & 6, 2012) honouring...
The Solar PV Equipment Pilot program is designed to provide financial support to legitimate farmers...
Momentum Community Economic Development Society has been selected as one of Alberta’s Top 50...

articles

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...
City Aims to be Cycling Capital - Calgary’s 2011 Cycling Strategy
What do you envision when you think of cycling in Calgary? Is it a casual ride through a park? Groups of kids pedalling around your neighbourhood?...
7 tips for making your home healthier
This summer I was fortunate enough to go on a first and second home visit with the Healthy Homes Calgary team. Healthy Homes Calgary is a program of...