Coffee drinking has long been part of morning routine, and more and more often now consumers seek high-quality beans that support sustainability and fair trade practices. From artisan roasters to eco-friendly cafes in Toronto, there is an assortment of spots where they can get both delicious coffee as well as sustainable practices.

For an eco-friendly cup, look for organic and fair trade certified coffee. This brand has been thoroughly reviewed by experts and scored highly on online reviews of coffee.

Many cafes also aim to minimize their environmental footprint. Keep an eye out for cafes featuring the green-coloured EcoCoffee logo – this indicates they collaborate closely with farmers, offering organic or certified shade-grown coffee that’s bird-friendly.

Alternative Grounds in The Junction neighbourhood offers a family-friendly experience where visitors can indulge in organic blends crafted with fair wages for farmers and organic single-origin beans from farms that practice environmental conservation, certified Rainforest Alliance.

Goldstruck Coffee Company in Yorkville stands out for being eco-conscious by offering organic beverages certified Bird Friendly and Rainforest Alliance as well as vegan dishes such as coconut beetroot muffins.

Moonbean Coffee Company in Kensington Market specializes in roasting its own artisan-grade beans from scratch in-house while supporting local growers, and their Bird Friendly and Rainforest Alliance Certified coffees make for the ideal spot to sip a latte on its shaded back patio. Meanwhile, The White Squirrel Cafe of Bloor West Village features flat whites while simultaneously looking out for its namesake white squirrels!