True North: 100%

Salt Spring Coffee retains a high degree of economic value within Canada due to its domestic ownership and roasting operations. The True North score is primarily influenced by its Canadian-based control and transformation processes, despite the inherent requirement for foreign raw materials. All strategic and profit-retaining structures are identified as Canadian.

Green Score: 37/100

This product excels due to its single-ingredient whole-food status and high-standard certifications, including Fairtrade and Organic. However, the 20g flexible plastic packaging is a multi-material laminate, which presents significant recycling challenges in most municipal systems. The high confidence level is supported by the brand's transparent B Corp and carbon-neutral reporting.