29-11 Doing Business the Canadian Way: A Strategy to Advance Corporate Social Responsibility in Canada’s Extractive Sector Abroad

Summary

It is an enhanced CSR strategy that clearly demonstrates the Government' expectation that Canadian companies will promote Canadian values and operate abroad with the highest ethical standards.

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Issuer

Canada

Year

2014

Region

North America

Issuer (type)

Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Ministry (Government)

Policy Type

Disclosure

Geographical scope

National

Mandatory or voluntary

Mandatory

Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)

Other

Main industries targeted

Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas Extraction
Finance & Insurance
Education
Manufacturing

Restrictiveness

Very High

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 1: No Poverty
SDG 2: Zero Hunger
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 10: Reduced Inequality
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals