Purpose in Action: A Gathering of Changemakers 2026

Join us for Purpose in Action

October 29, 2026

Purpose in Action is back for another year after the roaring success of it's inaugural event in 2025. 

This will again be an inspiring evening co-hosted by B Local Ontario (BLO) and the Canadian Purpose Economy Project (CPEP) with the aim of bringing together leaders and changemakers from across the purpose-driven business community and ecosystem. It’s a unique opportunity to connect, collaborate, and celebrate organizations that are working to create a better world through business.

Sponsored by Greater Purpose and Riverside Natural Foods, this year's evening centres on a Fireside Chat with two leaders forging the way in putting purpose into practice at scale. Facilitated by Coro Strandberg, Co-founder of CPEP, the conversation brings together Vlora Salihi, Commercial VP for Canada at Tony's Chocolonely, who is driving forward a mission-driven chocolate company working to end exploitation in the cocoa industry, and Dr. Kimberly McGlonn, award-winning entrepreneur and founder of Build It Boldly, who built the first Black woman-led certified B Corp in the U.S. fashion industry. 

Expect a candid conversation on leading with integrity and growing a purpose-driven business without losing sight of why it exists.

Here’s what to expect:

• Inspiring Voices – Hear from multiple leaders at the forefront of shaping the future of business

• Fireside Chat – A moderated conversation with Vlora Salihi of Tony's Chocolonely and Dr. Kimberly McGlonn of Build it Boldly facilitated by Coro Strandberg, Co-founder of CPEP

• Curated Networking – Connect with founders, professionals, and organizations using business as a force for good. Build meaningful relationships that inspire collaboration and share your values.

• Real Conversations – Engage in dialogue about leading with values, navigating growth with integrity, and building a more sustainable, inclusive economy.

• Celebrate Impact – Join us in recognizing businesses that go beyond the bottom line to create lasting positive change.

Each ticket includes canapés and two drinks.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Your Hosts:

• B Local Ontario is a community of Certified B Corporations and purpose-driven businesses in Ontario working together to grow the B Corp movement and strengthen the purpose economy.

• The Canadian Purpose Economy Project is a national initiative that advances social purpose in business by providing tools, convening leaders, and accelerating Canada’s purpose economy.

Thanks goes to our amazing sponsors:

• Riverside Natural Foods - the home of MadeGood. Creating great brands with quality and care, to Inspire a healthier and more compassionate world, where access to good food is a reality for all.

• Greater Purpose - Canada's defining community for purpose-led business. Where leaders connect, collaborate, and shape the next generation of business.

• BDC - Small Business Experts Helping Canadian Entrepreneurs Grow With Confidence

• Tony's Chocolonely - Existing to end exploitation in the cocoa industry – fighting poverty, child labor and deforestation.

• Ethical Swag - Elevating brands with custom branded promotional goods in Canada. High-quality, ethically sourced products that are good for the planet and your brand.