Social Impact
Our social impact
We’re dedicated to contributing to a culture of giving back.
Our impact on Canadian communities
Since 2001, we’ve empowered Canadian youth through our partnership with BGC Canada.
Since 2008, we've invested in Canadian to shape the next generation of leaders, innovators and educators.
Through Geek Squad Academy, we partner with Canadian schools and non-profits to bring hands-on tech education to youth.
Our employees volunteer and give back to Canadian charities in their local communities.
Education grants and partnerships
Teen Tech for Tomorrow.
Teen Tech for Tomorrow aims to foster tech equity for Canadian teens. This program includes four main initiatives: Teen Tech Grants, Teen Tech Teams, Teen Tech Centre, and Teen Tech Network. We believe that every Canadian teen regardless of background, deserves a chance to succeed in tomorrow's digital world.
Partnership with BGC Canada.
Best Buy Canada has been a proud supporter of the BGC Canada (formerly Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada) since 2001.
Through our partnership we've provided more than $3.7 million in funding for programs such as our Best Buy Grade 10 Scholarships, BGC Canada’s Anti-Racism Initiative Microgrants, and the Youth Innovators Microgrant program.
Building a stronger, more inclusive and diverse tech industry.
At Best Buy, we want to help underrepresented Canadian tech entrepreneurs achieve their goals. That's why we've launched our Mentorship & Accelerator Program to connect innovators with the tools to help grow their business.
Community engagement
Geek Squad Academy.
Technology can open up new opportunities for youth, both in their lives today and their future careers. Geek Squad Academy gives “Junior Agents” hands-on experience with technology so they can open up new opportunities. and Geek Squad Academy Online Learning provides free courses on STEM subjects like coding, 3D design, and more.
Teen Tech Centres.
In 2021, Best Buy Canada launched its first Teen Tech Centre – a free, safe, and creative place to do hands-on learning with professional level tech.
Participating teens learn new skills, stay on track with school, and nurture positive peer relationships – which help open doors for a future career.
Environmental responsibility
Our commitment to the environment.
Across Best Buy in Canada and the US, we are committed to our role of being an environmentally responsible organization by adapting and evolving our business to reduce carbon emissions and waste.