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CBSR EVENTS
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CSR EVENTS Upcoming CSR Events and Learning
The Natural Step Canada Sustainability for Leaders Fall Course - Offered in Calgary, Montreal, Vancouver, Winnipeg, Toronto, Saint John and Ottawa
Registration deadline fast approaching for Calgary: Register today! The Natural Step Canada is excited to offer our Sustainability for Leaders (Level 1) course across the country this fall/winter.
This is a 2-day intensive and interactive course for current and emerging sustainability practitioners. Participants will gain the knowledge, tools, and skills to strategically communicate, plan, and implement sustainability initiatives in their organizations.
Graduates of this course will be able to explain and begin to apply The Natural Step Framework to help their businesses, communities, and organizations take a leadership role in sustainability. To learn more and register, check out the course brochure
Ryerson University Certificate in Sustainability Fall term begins September 13
Does your organization address the triple bottom line? At Ryerson University’s G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education, you can explore how social, environmental, and economic considerations are integrated into values and strategy. Learn how to establish better practices and products, create wealth, and improve well-being for current and future generations.
Visit www.ryerson.ca/ce/sustain for more information on the Certificate in Sustainability. Fall 2010 term courses start the week of September 13, so enroll today!
2nd Annual Atlantic Eco-Expo September 17-19, Halifax
The 2nd Annual Eco-Expo showcases green products and services to thousands of individuals, organizations and government agencies. Promoting sustainable development in the Atlantic Region, the Eco-Expo unites eco-minded consumers, businesses, and organizations. The Atlantic Eco-Expo was designed to increase awareness of green products and services, so that consumers can make educated decisions about sustainable living. Learn more by contacting info@atlanticecoexpo.com
Sustainability Learning Centre Integrating Environmental Management Systems with Sustainability & The Natural Step On-line webinar course, September 21 - October 12
How do you use your ISO 14001 program and other Environmental Management and Quality Systems as a platform for measuring, tracking and operationalizing your performance in these areas? Combining your EMS (such as ISO14001) and sustainability strategy development (such as The Natural Step) may just be your answer. In this workshop learn how to evaluate and integrate these systems to deliver on stakeholder requirements and additional profitability to your bottom-line.
University of Toronto, Centre for Environment Carbon Finance Workshop: Executive Development Program September 29, 30, October 1, 2010, Toronto
The Carbon Finance Workshop: Executive Development Program probes into topics such as market structure, carbon trading, tax versus trade, carbon market mechanisms, voluntary markets, emission reduction, project finance, climate policy, risk management, carbon accounting principles, measurement and reporting and verification. Case Studies will also be explored.
Attendees will develop an understanding of the mechanisms of the carbon markets, the interaction of clean tech finance and the carbon markets, the risks associated with the emergence of carbon markets and the latest status of national and international initiatives.
Sustainability Learning Centre Developing Your Toxics Use Reduction Plan September 30, Humber College, Toronto
Compliance with Ontario's new Toxic Use Reduction Act and Regulations requires manufacturers in Ontario that file under NPRI to prepare pollution prevention plans for designated toxic substances. In this program we will show you how meet your compliance requirements, save money through practical utility and waste reduction measures, and improve the health and safety of the work environment while bringing a "greener" product to market. At the conclusion of this practical, fast paced and hands-on program you will work on your operation's Toxic Use Reduction Plan.
Gaining Ground 2010 Conference Eco-Logical: The Power of Green Cities to Shape the Future October 4-7, Vancouver
This year's Gaining Ground Conference, Eco-Logical, will emphasize practice, execution and innovation in policy, urban-system and community design, green economy, education…and the full integration of sustainability in professional practice.
Gaining Ground celebrates sustainability practice and its innovators: practitioners and advocates across a range of fields working to advance and accelerate urban sustainability in Vancouver and North America. Each day of the conference is devoted to a different theme—sustainability innovation and next practices in governance and policy; green economy and 'real value' thinking; and community engagement and well-being. Register now at www.gaininggroundsummit.com.
Responsible Travel and Tourism Forum 2010 Leading for Change: Putting Words in to Action October 14, Toronto
As we enter a new decade, economic, social and environmental issues will continue to challenge travel and tourism business managers. Balancing commercial needs while acting responsibly towards all your stakeholders will require leadership and determination. The imperative for change is not easy and regardless of where your organization is in this journey, the 2010 Responsible Travel & Tourism Forum will provide a great opportunity to:
Now in its fourth year, the 2010 Responsible Travel & Tourism Forum (RTTF 2010) will take place on Thursday, October 14, 2010 at the Old Mill Inn & Spa in Toronto and feature a combination of expert panels, keynote speakers and hands-on workshops -- it’s a day-long event that promises to be both thought-provoking and enlightening.
To register, and to learn more, go to http://www.rttf.ca
National Quality Institute Performance Excellence Summit October 20, Toronto
You cannot afford to miss this rare opportunity to hear from Canadian Olympic and Paralympic Medal winners, and CEO's from Canada Awards for Excellence (CAE) Gold Awards recipient organizations, sharing their motivational stories about breaking through personal and organizational barriers to excellence, as well as participating in three separate town hall discussions about best practices. CBSR members receive a 10% discount on registration - click here for access code
CSR Europe's Enterprise 2020 MarketPlace: Your Point of Departure for Enterprise 2020 October 28, 2010, Brussels
On 28 October 2010, more than 400 participants from international companies, business networks, EU institutions and other European and international stakeholders will gather together at CSR Europe's Enterprise 2020 MarketPlace in Brussels to:
This year’s MarketPlace event will build on 15 years of proactive dialogue between the European business community and EU institutions on corporate social responsibility (CSR). The event will also provide insights into the European Commission’s Europe 2020 Strategy focused on driving smart, sustainable and inclusive growth. Registration opens in July! Read more about Enterprise 2020
Sustainability Learning Centre Carbon Footprint & GHG Inventories: A Guided Tour of Greenhouse Gas Planning and Management Online Course, November 2-23
Are you ready for GHG reporting? Greenhouse gas reporting is underway for large emitters; Facilities who exceed the new 50kt CO2 equivalent GHG emission threshold must report their 2009 GHG emissions on or before June 1, 2010. In addition in September 2009 the EPA issued its final rule on mandatory reporting of GHGs for emitters of over 25K tons a year starting in 2011 for the year 2010. Some experts believe that the U.S. may start pressuring Canada to have better GHG reporting requirements. Are you ready? Do you know your carbon footprint? In this one day program we will help you "kick start" your GHG inventory. By the end of this course you will be able to develop your company's GHG management plan and understand how to quantify, report and verify your total GHG emissions.
Business for Social Responsibility BSR Conference 2010 November 2-5, New York
Innovation is crucial to building sustainable business success. But in our fast-changing world, innovation alone won't get the job done — it must be integrated into strategy and core business. This is what companies need to do to inspire and mobilize customers, employees, business partners, and other collaborators.
Making this happen depends on gathering insights and ideas from a more diverse range of sources than ever before. Companies that understand our globalized, integrated, collaborative world will be best positioned to succeed. The BSR Conference 2010 will provide the insights and connections you need to make this happen. Come join your peers in defining the business models essential for future success—and get the ideas and inspiration you need to navigate the new economy.
Sustainability Learning Centre Measuring, Reporting and Reducing your Environmental Footprint Course, November 25, Toronto
The ecological and environmental impacts of companies are being much debated. Greenhouse gas/carbon, water and waste footprints are among the popular measures today spurred on by reporting systems such as the Carbon Disclosure Project, the Global Reporting Initiative and large retailers. What is involved with these measures? How are they calculated? How does the "footprint" of businesses differ? This program discusses these questions and examine how waste, water, energy, emissions and greenhouse gases are the environmental footprint measures that serve as the basis for comparative advantage in sustainability, corporate social responsibility and socially responsible investment reports. Supply chain leaders Wal-Mart, Philips, Nokia and Cisco are increasingly basing their purchasing decisions on these measures. What type of footprint approach are you using? Does your approach to measurement meet the needs of your customer, global reporting standards and stakeholders? The program will introduce you to the concepts of ecological and environmental footprint and approaches used by business to measure and report.
The Economist Conferences The Third Annual Sustainability Summit February 25, London, U.K.
Business is at a crucial turning point—the short pause between the Copenhagen meeting and enforcement of the Carbon Reduction Commitment in April 2010. Sustainability leaders urgently need to build workable strategies for climate change while continuing to satisfy customers, shareholders and the wider community. We are facing the most significant programme of investment and change in our lifetime.
How are businesses responding to the sustainability challenge? The Third Annual Sustainability Summit provides fresh thinking and thought-provoking commentary from top executives and policymakers. It will bring together up to 150 business leaders to discuss the real implications of climate change on business. Hear from pioneers: the strategies they've used to become carbon-neutral while maintaining competiveness, and the false trails they've learned to avoid. Share insights from the world's most influential thinkers and policymakers, as well as the latest research from the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU). There'll be case studies from corporates on cutting-edge sustainability initiatives—both inspirational and informative.
The Ethics in Finance-Robin Cosgrove Prize Deadline, March 2011
The Ethics in Finance–Robin Cosgrove Prize awards prize money of USD20,000 for creative and unpublished papers setting out innovative ideas to promote ethics in finance.
Papers are accepted in English and French for the global competition, and in Spanish and Portuguese for the special Ibero-American competition. Young professionals and advanced students, aged 35 years or younger, can submit a paper before the deadline of 31st March 2011. By encouraging young professionals to examine their own attitudes and behaviour, the Robin Cosgrove Prize promotes sustainable ways for encouraging higher standards of ethics in all aspects of finance. Join this global competition!
Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) CIM Conference and Exhibition 2011: Mines Without Borders May 21 - 25, Montreal
CIM is bringing its world-class mining event to the beautiful city of Montreal in 2011. The 2011 CIM Conference and Exhibition 2011 will be held in Montreal, Quebec, from May 22 to 25, 2011. This year's venue — the Palais des congrès de Montréal - will offer conference delegates and exhibitors alike an unforgettable experience! The venue is located near the city's finest hotels and restaurants.
The CIM Exhibition celebrates its 28th anniversary next year, and will have a greater impact than ever. Leading equipment, technology, processes, and services will be on display at the Canadian mining industry's premier mining event.
The Natural Step Sustainability 101 Course E-learning
Sustainability: Step by Natural Step and Sustainability 101 are affordable, interactive on-line courses that provide practical sustainability education. These innovative and award-winning courses are being used by thousands of people in leading organizations around the world such as Interface Carpets, Rohm and Haas, Nissan, Levi Strauss, Nestlé Waters and others.
Canadian clients include Bell Aliant, BC Hydro, Hydro Quebec, Alcoa, Alcan, The Co-operators and leading municipal governments across Canada, including Halifax and North Vancouver. Our courses are aimed at businesses, governments, communities and individuals that want to move strategically towards sustainability.
For more information or to purchase, visit The Natural Step’s main elearning page online.
Kaplan EduNeering and Seventh Generation The Sustainability Institute E-learning
Seventh Generation, a pioneer and leader in sustainability has partnered with Kaplan EduNeering, a leading provider of compliance and knowledge management solutions, to launch the Sustainability Institute. The Institute will provide unique training programs and best practices for businesses and governmental organizations in developing and implementing sustainability initiatives. The programs are designed for managers, employees, subcontractors and supply chain partners.
UN Special Representative of the Secretary-General on business and human rights
Dr. John Ruggie invites participation in a new Online Forum.
The purpose of the forum is to gather input for the SRSG as he develops guiding principles to operationalize the U.N. "Protect, Respect, Remedy" framework, as requested by the Human Rights Council. The forum is currently focused on the corporate responsibility to respect human rights, the second pillar of the framework; the current topics will remain in place through February 2010, although they may be amended depending on how the discussion proceeds.
Please note that the forum is not intended to be an introduction to business and human rights or to the SRSG’s mandate. For background on the mandate, please visit the SRSG’s web portal, which is hosted by the independent Business & Human Rights Resource Centre.
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