 Message from the Executive Director
Dear Members and Friends,
Join the CBSR network in 2013 and be a part of transforming the future of CSR in Canada.
CBSR's mission is to accelerate corporate social and environmental sustainability in Canada and challenge the "business as usual" model. We believe companies are ready for this challenge and many are actively rethinking their business models to create long term shareholder and societal value. These new business models require a new set of qualities that companies must embrace in order to strike a balance between commercial and societal success.
Last year, we conducted research into the essential qualities of these visionary companies, and launched a national dialogue to engage CBSR members, business leaders, and others on the qualities of the Transformational Company. This framework serves companies that are scaling up their sustainability efforts to address systemic societal risks and environmental challenges through business innovation.
We will continue to advance this work in 2013 and will be hosting a series of nation-wide learning and networking events that define how companies operationalize the Transformational Company qualities. We are also activating our diverse network of partnerships with leading CSR practitioners, NGOs, ENGOs and think tanks to bring you valuable research and insights. We are committed to providing you with a well-rounded and informed perspective, and will present you with information that does not always adhere to the status quo. Our goal is empower you to make smart business decisions informed by a wide range of stakeholders - not just an echo of your own voice.
Work with us to collectively charter a course to long-term business viability in our dramatically changing world, and make Canada the global example of how companies address the biggest social and environmental challenges of our time.
I look forward to collaborating with you in 2013!
Warm regards,
Steven Fish
Executive Director, CBSR
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JOIN THE CBSR NETWORK - TRANSFORM THE FUTURE OF CSR IN CANADA.
Many of you have expressed an interest to learn more about the new CBSR membership model. The membership value for 2013 is based on accumulated feedback and appeal for CBSR to play a key role as the CSR network and key resource to corporate Canada.
Here are the CBSR membership benefits at a glance:
- Complimentary registration to all CBSR events across Canada;
- A free ticket to CBSR's Annual Summit (additional tickets at 30% off);
- Access to CSR research and insights from Canadian and global leaders and think tanks;
- Recognition for your corporate commitments to CSR and sustainability leveraging the CBSR's Canadian and global network;
- Access to our partners' products and services at exclusive member discount rates through our Solution Providers directory;
- Unlimited access to posting CSR related jobs on the CBSR Job Board;
- Shape the future and leadership of CSR in Canada on the global stage
Do you have questions about the new membership model? We want to hear from you. Join our webinar on February 7th for a conversation with Steven Fish, CBSR's Executive Director.
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NEW MEMBERS WELCOME!
Thank you to all CBSR members who have made a commitment to renew the CBSR Membership in 2013. We are very excited to continue working with you to accelerate CSR in Canada.
We also welcome new members to CBSR this year.
Encana
Target Canada
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CBSR MEMBER PROFILING
Is your organization addressing material issues and transforming your business model and the larger system within which you operate towards sustainability? Are you a CSR expert that can help other CBSR members address sustainability challenges through your research and/or expertise?
We invite you to share your CSR excellence story via the CBSR network, and get recognized for your commitment to CSR.
Members can leverage our resources and network to share your transformational stories through the CBSR website, CBSR's monthly newsletter, and our social media assets.
For additional information, please contact Ksenia Benifand, Director of Engagement and Communications at ksenia@cbsr.ca
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CBSR's 2013 FOCUS AREAS AND INITIATIVES
Nation-Wide Events
CBSR's learning events have proven to be successful at bringing together thought leaders, experts, and practitioners to tackle challenging issues and inspire new ideas and solutions. Last year, we tested a new way of delivering our webinars to include an in-person gathering for a deeper dive into the topic at hand and intimate networking. We've gotten positive feedback, and will use this model moving forward.
In 2013, CBSR is delivering 8 in-person events with a webinar and a social media component. Members will have the option to either join the event on-line or in-person depending on your time schedule and location.
CBSR will host our 11th Annual Summit on CSR in the fall of 2013 in Toronto. Corporate and SME members receive a complimentary pass to join the Summit this year.
If you are interested in information about sponsoring CBSR events, and/or Summit, please contact Steven Fish at steven@cbsr.ca.
Operationalizing the Transformational Company Framework
The Qualities are designed to be a framework for medium and large companies who recognize the need to scale up their CSR and sustainability efforts to address systemic societal risks and business challenges and opportunities.
We found that transformational companies act beyond their own operations - and the foreseeable future. Their definition of success includes net positive impacts for society, the environment and their business.
CBSR is now pursuing partnerships for further phases of development to operationalize the qualities.
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Questions about the new CBSR membership model? We want to hear from you.
Please join us on February 7th for 30 minute webinar presentation by CBSR's Executive Director, Steven Fish to learn about the new CBSR membership model and the value of your organization joining CBSR in 2013.
After the presentation, you will have the opportunity to engage in an open discussion and ask Steven any questions about the new CBSR.
For your convenience, the webinar will run two times on February 7th to accommodate your schedules.
For 4 PM - 5 PM EST / 1 PM - 2 PM PST - Please register here
If you are unable to make the February 7th webinar, please contact Emily Price at emily@cbsr.ca to book a meeting with Steven.
For a full listing of Canadian and international CSR Events please visit our website.
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CBSR SME
Membership is now available!
We've created an opportunity for Small and Medium sized Enterprises (SMEs) to join the CBSR network this year.
As an SME Member, you are invited to join all our nation-wide events, (including a free registration to the CBSR's annual Summit) and get visibility for your valuable CSR commitments and initiatives across the CBSR network.
The 2013 SME Member Rate
(for companies with less than 100 full-time employees)
is $2,500/year.
Download the full membership package. Contact Steven Fish for more information.
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what are your CSR priorities this year?
Our goal is to help you build capacity by delivering relevant content and events.
To share your areas of interest, please contact Maria Jose Ramos, CBSR's Director of Partnerships at
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to discuss the future of CSR. We are sharing upcoming events, reserach and transformational member stories.
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