 CBSR 10th Annual Summit: Luncheon Panel Discussion is now confirmed!
Each year CBSR brings together 250 top Canadian and global experts, executives and practitioners from leading companies, governments, academic institutions and non-governmental organizations.
We are thrilled to extend a warm invitation for you to join CBSR and global leaders on November 7th, at 1 King Street West, in Toronto for our 10th Annual Summit: The Regeneration of CSR: The Essential Role of Business in Building a Sustainable Future.
Luncheon Panel Discussion: The Regeneration Roadmap is now confirmed!
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Canadian Mining Abroad: CBSR Gives Insight into Challenges & Opportunities
An excellent blog written this month by Justmeans staff blogger, Meirav Even-Har, delves into one of Canada's prominent industry sectors. In seeking insight into the challenges and potential solutions for responsible mining, CBSR's CSR Advisor Maria Jose Ramos lends her expertise to providing clarity about such challenges and opportunities in gaining a social license to operate.
Read Part 1 and Part 2 on Justmeans
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Member Spotlight
'A Candle Loses Nothing by Lighting Another Candle'
Each month, CBSR's Member Spotlight highlights an initiative that is a current leading, innovative or best practice. As each CBSR Member's CSR journey evolves, we are pleased to remind you of some initiatives which may help to inspire your planning and next steps:
2012 began with a feature on NEI Investments protocol on corporate matching for humanitarian emergencies. It highlights how integration of CSR at all levels of organizational commitment can support employee engagement. (Read Full Story)
In February, we looked at Bombardier's success in using a culture of collaboration on the Gröna Tåget - Green Train of the Future. (Read Full Story)
Next, TD shared their commitment to becoming paper neutral. As TD continues to build their presence in the US market, this initiative is supported through a partnership to support North American forests which highlights their environmental efforts. (Read Full Story)
We also looked at some social initiatives in CSR with Purolator's Tackle Hunger program and how the donation of refurbished vehicles is enabling communities across Canada. (Read Full Story)
Lastly, we recently profiled an exciting initiative between ATB Financial and the Calgary Homeless Foundation which may become the next wave in securing the assets to overcome social problems. (Read Full Story)
We thank all contributors to the Member Spotlight stories. The learning and ideas from these will continue to inspire and ignite our actions! If you have a story to share please contact CBSR and watch for the next Member Spotlight coming in September!
Members Share Recent CSR News
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SAVE THE DATE!
SUSTAINABILITY
INVESTMENT FORUM
October 15, 2012 -
Calgary, Alberta
Join us to explore how investors assess companies' market value and whether there is a way to gauge how CSR practices add to that value.
Jane Ambachtsheer, Partner and Global Head of Responsible Investment at Mercer Investments, will provide some background on the topic and challenge attendees to increase our understanding of sustainability investment. Jane's presentation will be followed by discussions led by sustainable investment, investor relations, and CSR experts.
This event is particularly targeted at investor relations professionals, people working in CSR-related roles, investment professionals, and academics. The Forum will conclude with a networking reception. Learn more and register Discounted for CBSR Members
CBSR WEBINAR - A Canadian Discussion on CSR - A National Look at the Impact, Challenges and Opportunities
October 18, 2012, 1:00-2:00 PM EST (10:00-11:00 AM PST)
How are the challenges and opportunities different across our country? What are the opportunities and risks from a sector and geographical perspective?
Partner Events and Learning Opportunities The Natural Step FREE Introduction to Strategic Sustainability for Business in Canada Webinar (September 12, 3:00-4:00 pm EDT) During this FREE webinar, you'll hear inspiring case studies and discover how this approach can help you accelerate the transformation to sustainability in your business. Click here for details Sustainability Learning Centre Conducting your Green Office Gap Assessment (September 13, 20, 27 & October 4, 12 - 1 PM EDT), ONLINE Conduct a "green" office gap assessment by completing an energy, water, waste, healthy workspaces and transportation checklist. Learn about strategies for understanding your Office baseline, and examine the best practice steps for Green Office implementation. Click here for details For a full listing of Canadian and international CSR Events please visit our website.
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RESOURCES FOR MEMBERS
International Sustainability Strategies and Solutions - WEBINAR
BSR (Business for Social Responsibility) shares 20 years of international expertise in sustainability, and highlights best practices and case studies from their financial services and mining/energy consulting practices.
Click here for the recording
(To access member resources, please log-in with your CBSR member username and password)
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CSR RESOURCES
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Launch of the "Clean the Air!" program seeking retirement or replacement of inefficient slow combustion appliances in Québec Click here to read in French New climate change study by the Institute for Research on Public Policy calls for a more effective approach to mitigate climate change through the development of new energy technologies Click here to read in both English and French (PDF)
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NOTICE
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Please note CBSR's Vancouver address has been changed to:
PO Box 3538, Vancouver Main, Vancouver, BC, V6B 3Y6
The phone number remains (604) 323-2714.
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