Accerta: Advancing Public Purpose with a Commitment to Accountability and Impact
As a social enterprise, Accerta is committed to supporting public programs that address healthcare and social needs across Canadian communities. With every partnership, we work alongside government and social service leaders to build programs that create lasting value, improve access to essential programs, and foster resilience within communities.
Why Purpose Matters in Public Program Administration
Our role as a public program administrator goes beyond operational efficiency. We hold ourselves to high standards of social and environmental responsibility, ensuring that each solution we develop and administer is rooted in transparency, accountability, and measurable outcomes. By embracing these principles, we align closely with the values of our government partners, who deliver programs that are both impactful and sustainable.
Accerta is a Certified B Corp
Driven by our mission to use business as a force for good, we became a B Corp in 2017—a certification that naturally aligns with our values and ongoing commitment to positive impact. This certification reflects our dedication to social performance, environmental care, and ethical accountability. As part of a global community of businesses focused on social value, we continuously strive to meet and exceed the standards set by B-Lab, the non-profit organization that certifies B Corps worldwide.
Based on the B Impact assessment, Accerta earned an overall of 150.2. The median score for ordinary businesses who complete the assessment is currently 50.9.
A social enterprise is a business that strives to improve human and environmental wellbeing in the communities in which it operates while providing its clients with efficient services and a high return-on-investment.
What is a B Corp?
A B Corp is a private company that meets rigorous standards for social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability, as confirmed by B Lab, an independent third party responsible for overseeing B Corp certifications. The B Corp community spans 9,000+ organizations worldwide that are committed to using business as a force for good.
B Corp in Action at Accerta
We embed purpose into every aspect of our operations. Stemming from a foundation of trust and resilience that enables us to deliver long-term value to our government clients and the communities they serve, we leverage our expertise to streamline program delivery, enhance accessibility, and drive meaningful outcomes.
As a B Corp certified social enterprise, we support our employees with competitive benefits, fair wages, and a diverse and inclusive workplace that nurtures growth. This commitment to our team reflects our mission to act responsibly toward all stakeholders — employees, communities, partners, and the environment.
Best for the World™
Accerta is honored to hold the distinction of being named a Best for the World™ B Corp in the category of corporate governance for 2021 and 2022. Out of over 5,000 certified B Corporations worldwide, Accerta ranked in the top 5% for governance—a recognition of our commitment to transparent, disciplined processes that build trust with the governments and communities we serve.
This prestigious award, issued by B Lab for the final time in 2022, highlights Accerta’s dedication to establishing best-in-class governance standards. Our commitment to these principles enhances the reputation of our partners and instills confidence in the services we deliver. The Best for the World™ distinction affirms our core values of integrity and accountability, which continue to drive every aspect of our program administration and technology solutions.
