Tag: MEC

For 3 days, a group of over 70 young strangers got together to collaborate and pitch their innovative ideas to get people outside with the help of MEC.

MEC wants Canadians to get outside this summer – and is making it easier than ever to do so (to the point where, really, you have no excuses).

The country’s longtime go-to spot for outdoor gear and inspiration kicked off summer with the launch of www.goodtimesoutside.ca, a new website that inspires and enables users to get outside. Helping your fresh air cause, it sorts activities by vibe, ability, location and duration.

Basecamp indoor rock climbing gym

So you want to try indoor rock climbing – awesome! Not only is it a great, full body workout, joining an indoor climbing gym will open your eyes to a friendly and inclusive community of people from all walks of life and experience levels. And rest assured, you can do it! Doesn’t matter your fitness or strength level, indoor rock climbing should be experienced by everyone. It is guaranteed to be a fun time!     Where to go: A gym that will take…

Adventure seekers can now rejoice as MEC has opened a large North York store spanning 34,000 sq ft.

Many companies and organizations talk about empowering millennials to be creative thinkers, game changers, leaders, and adventurers rather than settle for status quo. However, if you are a GenY leader with an idea, and are looking for feedback, suggestions, and maybe even a tiny bit of funding, many companies tend to come up short. Even less common, is when a company actively sets out to inspire and empower Gen Y to get creative with their entrepreneurial ideas, educate them on…