Blending business and social value in purchasing.
Building stronger communities, one purchase at a time.

Winnipeg's SPP - Helping Local Business & Local People

 SPP Launch Photo           
     SPP Project & Website Relaunch - June 9, 2011

What is a Social Purchasing Portal (SPP)?

The SPP is an online marketing and collaboration tool for small local businesses who commit to strengthening employment initiatives and the active practice of Community Economic Development (CED) principles in Winnipeg.

How do you use the Portal ?

Each of the icons on the left lead to pages which can help you learn about the SPP, how to become a partner, and how to shop using the SPP Business Directory.

Icons

supplier iconClick on the large shopping cart icon to learn more about the role of  
             Purchasing, to view a current list of Purchaser Partners, and to see how you can              redirect your buying habits towards the local business community.

supplier iconClick on the large truck icon to learn more about the role of small business
             Suppliers
, and how your own business can benefit from a partnership with the
             SPP.

employment iconClick on the large people icon, to learn more about the role of SPP employment 
             agency partners, and how both small and large businesses can support local job
             seekers who face barriers to employment.

directory iconClick on the large magnifying glass icon to shop from a directory of SPP small
             business suppliers.

                                             

                                                                    Stay Connected to the SPP!        

                                                                                   

       

©2011 Social Purchasing Portal.

 

Commitment to supporting Employment & Skill Development
Commitment to Ecological Responsibility
Commitment to supporting Winnipeg's Diverse Communities
Commitment to supporting other Local and International CED Initiatives
Commitment to supporting Neighbourhood Initiatives