MEC (Mountain Equipment Co-op)

About MECMEC is back in Canadian hands Since 1971, MEC has united members around our shared love for the outdoors, developing deep roots in each of the communities we inhabit, while offering top brand gear and expert advice from staffers with firsthand knowledge.

Through the years, we’ve stayed true to our mission: to equip Canadians for a lifetime outdoors. Expert adviceMEC staff and members live and breathe the outdoors. Tap into the knowledge that trial and error, successes and epics have taught us over the years.

Read moreOur rootsMEC was incorporated on August 2, 1971, with six members and $65 in operating capital. Read moreSustainability at MECWe believe a quality product has the smallest possible footprint, that it's made carefully and with respect for the people who produce it.

Read moreLeadership at MECOur executive team is tasked with embracing change, seeking out new ideas and finding talented people to keep MEC humming. Read moreCareersPassionate about the outdoors? Find growth opportunities, full or flexible part-time hours, solid benefits and a collaborative team united by our love for getting outside.

Read moreRecent articlesNovember 20, 2025MEC Digital CatalogueMEC Digital CatalogueRead moreNovember 5, 2025MEC Nanaimo opens soon Read moreOctober 21, 2025Your Breathe Outdoors gift cards are welcome at MECRead moreJune 12, 2025MEC gives back to trails for July long weekendOn June 28, 25% of all MEC Label sales will go towards trail access, advocacy and education across Canada.