June 15, 2009 – Outdoor Gear Canada (OGC) has been awarded a Certificate of Excellence by Hydro-Québec, Québec’s electricity provider. ”Hydro-Québec proudly honours the outstanding results of organizations that have distinguished themselves through their participation in its energy efficiency programs,” reads Hydro-Québec’s announcement of the awards to OGC and a number of other Québec organizations.

OGC’s new Montréal head office and warehouse recently received silver-level LEED certification from the Canadian Green Building Council. The awards were given out at a dinner sponsored by Hydro-Québec in May. www.ogc.ca.