FOR BLACK-OWNED BUSINESSES
Get certified. Get contracts.
The BEBC Black Business Certification opens doors to corporate and government procurement contracts across Canada.
Apply for certification →WHAT YOU GET
More than a certificate.
Verified Black Business status
Official certification recognized by corporate and government buyers.
Access to corporate buyers
Direct introductions to procurement teams at Council member companies.
Working bid library
Access to active and past RFPs to help you build and win bids.
Direct buyer introductions (3+)
Minimum 3 warm introductions to buyers in your sector at certification.
BEBC certification mark
Use the BEBC certified mark on your marketing materials and proposals.
BEST Method Step 2 included
The 14-week procurement readiness training is built into the process.
~80% certification rate
Our process is built for success — most applicants who complete the course get certified.
Annual renewal + ongoing support
Stay active with annual renewal and ongoing Council support.
ELIGIBILITY
Who can apply?
- ✓51%+ Black-owned
- ✓Registered Canadian business
- ✓12+ months operating
- ✓Revenue-generating
- ✓Owner is Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Note: Step 4 (Transform) BEST graduates receive priority consideration.
OUR TRACK RECORD
Built for success, not gatekeeping.
Most certification programs are built to filter people out. Ours is built to help you get through. The BEST Method course gives you the procurement knowledge, bid library access, and buyer relationships you need before the assessment — so when it comes time to certify, you're ready.
145+
Certified businesses
~80%
Pass rate
27+
Contracts facilitated
Ready to apply?
Applications are open. The process is free to start. Join 145+ certified Black-owned businesses already in the network.
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