MEC is a retail cooperative that sells to members. Members can get the best products at fair prices; get rental equipment and the best guarantee. Your purchase also helps protect where the company plays and supports all Canadians in the outdoors. It encourages and enables everyone to lead an active outdoor life. MEC achieves this by selling outdoor products, clothing and services. It equips its members with the equipment that suits their needs. But the company offers more than just products, but passion. The business likes to share its expertise, experience and passion. It has grown from a few members to millions and its interests are growing. Now it is climbing, skiing, hiking, running, boating and cycling.