Some days, optimism can be hard to come by. But signs of hope are everywhere. Our sustainability efforts are amplified through partnerships with amazing organizations. Our business depends on communities that are healthy in every sense. From corporate giving to workplace rights, here is how we are helping communities thrive.

Unilever’s approach to sustainability prioritises business benefits as well as ethical principles. More than ever, the business is seeing clear evidence that sustainability can drive growth. Sustainability affects the entire community of stakeholders that surrounds Unilever. So this section also describes how Unilever collaborates with customers on sustainability, encourages suppliers to meet the highest-possible standards, looks after the well-being of employees and helps local communities thrive.

More and more, Canadians want products that are manufactured, sourced and packaged in sustainable ways. Wal-Mart Canada launched a program called "For the Greener Good," which features products that are comparable in quality to the national brands at a lower Wal-Mart price; certified to be environmentally preferable by a third-party organization; and will cross many categories in stores, including consumables, hard-lines, and health and wellness. Currently, there are more than 900 stock keeping units (SKUs) that are in the "For the Greener Good" program, including organic clothing, energy-efficient appliances and biodegradable cleaning products.

Hallmark Canada has had an energy conservation program in place since 1990. Over the years numerous initiatives and programs have been identified and implemented successfully reducing Hallmark Canada’s overall energy use by greater than 25%. Hallmark’s energy conservation efforts are directed by the Operations Division and more specifically the Facilities and Maintenance department.

As the original Pure Food Company, Heinz is dedicated to the sustainable health of people, the planet and our Company. We are committed to achieving sustainable growth that benefits our shareholders, consumers, customers, employees and communities, guided by the principles of integrity, transparency and social responsibility. Corporate social responsibility is the foundation of the way that Heinz and our employees manufacture and market our products and conduct business throughout the world.

McDonald Sustainability Group supports leaders and senior decision makers with decision-making and strategy, focused on workspace, buildings, and infrastructure. Our approach creates innovative strategy aligned with your business strategy and your sustainability strategy. The result is a boost to financial and environmental and social performance, supporting value creation, cost efficiencies, and risk mitigation for the long-term sustainability of your business and shareholder value.