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Tim Hortons: A Quiet Leader in Sustainability


Tim Faveri

Tim Faveri, Director, Sustainability and Responsibility at Tim Hortons

DATE: Thursday May 17, 2012,
TIME: 4:30-7:30 EST (snacks and networking from 6:45-7:30)
LOCATION:
Bennett Jones, 1st Canadian Place, 100 King St. W. (King & Bay), 34th Floor, Toronto
LIVE WEBCAST & TWITTER CHAT
#tssschat from 5:00 – 6:30 EST

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If you haven’t heard the Tim Hortons sustainability story you’re not alone – this is an organization that does things quietly.  But don’t mistake quiet for ineffective; whether you’re talking about coffee, cups, community or culture – Tim Hortons is a true sustainability leader.  Join us on May 17th as Tim Faveri walks us through this Canadian success story.

Attendees of this event will learn more about the Tim Hortons Coffee Partnership and…

  • Why eco-labels (especially for coffee) often don’t tell the whole story
  • Tim Horton’s supplier codes for coffee – driven by ethics and transparency
  • How investing in the Tim Horton’s Coffee Partnership led to other business benefits
  • How sustainability reporting drove change at Tim Hortons
  • And engage in an open discussion about, “Whose responsibility are all those cups?”

Group BREAKOUT session – a debate.

Understanding that resources in any company are limited and that choices have to be made; where should Tim Hortons direct its energy? 

  • On the VISIBLE – CUPS – is there a brand benefit and how would you quantify it?
  • On the INVISIBLE – SUPPLY CHAIN – and the possible cost reductions behind closed doors.

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The Evolving Metrics for Corporate Sustainability: Beyond Water, Waste and Energy


Dr. Blair Feltmate

The Evolving Metrics for Corporate Sustainability: Beyond Water, Waste & Energy
A unique opportunity for sustainability leaders to come together and learn about new sustainability metrics that will change the future of sustainable development.

DATE: Wednesday, April 4, 2012

TIME: 4:30-7:30 EST (snacks & networking from 6:30-7:30)
LOCATION: Bennett Jones, 1st Canadian Place, 100 King St. W. (King & Bay), 34th Floor, Toronto
LIVE WEBCAST & TWITTER CHAT #tssschat from 5:00 – 6:30 EST

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April 13-15 Toronto, ON

Passion isn’t enough to create a more sustainable world. The metrics of corporate sustainability must change. We need to better define sustainability in a holistic way that goes well beyond simply reducing waste, water and energy. The goal of corporate sustainability must be broadened to include improvements in labour practices, reductions in supply chain toxicity, protection of biodiversity and innovation that leads to cradle to cradle solutions.

Join us on April 4th as Dr. Feltmate shares a cutting edge Sustainable Development Index (SDI) that will soon become the standard that progressive companies use to set goals and drive new behaviours towards greater sustainable performance.

During the event you will learn:

  • What the future holds for the way that companies measure and report their sustainability performance
  • How to instantly understand and explain your sustainability performance
  • Why you are improving or falling behind on your environmental, social or economic performance
  • How truly transparent reporting will transform entire sectors
  • Concrete techniques to define and apply an SDI using a specific case study example

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Fireside Chat: Shared Values: The Marketing Opportunity in the Sustainability Era


Fireside Chat: Shared Values: The Marketing Opportunity in the Sustainability Era
A rare opportunity to hear directly from two distinguished leaders who have seized upon a special mix of
culture and entrepreneurship to propel their companies forward in the green economy.

Group breakout session to discuss how and why companies are able to connect with you as a “conscious consumer”.

DATE: Wednesday, March 7, 2012
TIME: 4:30-6:30 EST (snacks and networking from 6:30-7:30)
LOCATION:
Bennett Jones, 1st Canadian Place, 100 King St. W. (King & Bay), 34th Floor, Toronto
LIVE WEBCAST & TWITTER CHAT
#tssschat from 5:00 – 6:30 EST
(SPACE IS LIMITED – tickets for both the live event and the webcast must be purchased in advance)

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Distinguished Guests:

Dani Reiss,
President and CEO,
Canada Goose


Tom Heintzman,

Co-Founder and President,
Bullfrog Power Inc.

Moderator

Antony Marcil, Past President, 
Forest Stewardship Council Canada

A strong business plan is vital, but it is only when you capture the hearts and minds of your employees and customers that you unleash a whole new world of opportunity. Join us on March 7th for a fireside chat with two highly respected Canadian entrepreneurs who have built successful brands with a unique combination of vision, culture and inspired leadership.

During the discussion you will learn:

  • The value of communicating a clear vision throughout your organization
  • Specific examples of culture building strategies
  • How triple bottom line thinking drives profitable decision making
  • The importance of partnerships in building a successful brand
  • How building shared values is the ultimate competitive advantage in the Green Economy

CLICK HERE to read an exclusive TSSS article with Dani Reiss about the Canada Goose story.
“They Don’t Make Swiss Watches in China – Fiercely Competitive and Proudly Canadian”

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Sustainability Workshop: Overcome challenges, obstacles, resistance and barriers


Bob Willard

Bob Willard

Objection Handling Workshop for Sustainability Professionals
A unique opportunity for business professionals to come together and share challenges, successes and best practices with regard to moving sustainability forward in an organization.

Course Leader: Bob Willard

DATE: Thursday, February 16, 2012
TIME: 4:00 – 8:00 EST
LOCATION: Bennett Jones, 1st Canadian Place, 100 King St. W. (King & Bay), 34th Floor, Toronto

Breakout session facilitators:

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How to Drive and Implement Organizational Change: A Behind the Scenes Look at Tactics and Lessons Learned from a 20 Year Career (Dec. 8, 2011)


Kevin Brady
Founder of Five Winds International &
Senior Associate at PE International

DATE: Thursday December 8, 2011, 4:30-7:30 EST (snacks and networking from 6:30-7:30)
LOCATION:
Bennett Jones, 1st Canadian Place, 100 King St. W. (King & Bay), 34th Floor, Toronto
LIVE WEBCAST & TWITTER CHAT
#tssschat from 5:00 – 6:30 EST

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You’ve decided to become a more sustainable company but the question remains – how do I do it?  Join us on December 8th as Kevin Brady takes us behind the scenes to share stories, tactics and lessons learned from his 20 year career as a sustainability adviser.  Kevin will be using examples from a range of companies including BASF, Rio Tinto, Alcoa, SC Johnson, Timberland and Unilever.  If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re driving change as effectively as you can then you don’t want to miss this event.  Special Guest Bob Willard will join us to share some of his insights during the Q & A.

During the presentation Kevin will explore a variety of issues including:

• What is the most important thing to know about a company before you start offering advice?
• Why is implementation the biggest challenge for most companies?
• What was his biggest mistake that he will never forget?
• Who are the key personnel to get “onside” to ensure a successful outcome?
• How do you embed sustainability into the decision making process?
• What tactics should you always avoid or include when orchestrating an organizational change initiative?

Agenda:
4:30 – 5:00 pm: Registration, snacks and networking
5:00 – 5:15 pm: Introductions and special announcements
5:15 – 6:30 pm: Kevin Brady (including Q&A and audience discussion)
6:30 – 7:30 pm: Networking and snacks

Space is limited – Register Now

Ticket price includes speaker, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages.  EARLY BIRD pricing until November 23rd is $25 (plus hst).  If seats remain, regular priced tickets will be offered until December 8th – $35 (plus hst).  Tickets at the door will be offered at $50 (including hst).  Please remember the environment – no printed tickets are necessary – a master list of registered attendees will be at the door.

If you have questions about the event please email Brad Zarnett

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