Sustainability in Canada: Building a Greener Economy Beyond Reporting
Sustainability in Canada is evolving beyond corporate reporting—it’s transforming how the economy grows. From renewable energy and sustainable finance to social inclusion and Indigenous partnerships, the green transition is now at the heart of Canada’s competitiveness. The new Canadian Sustainability Disclosure Standards (CSDSs) signal the country’s intent to lead with accountability, not bureaucracy. This shift […]
How to Prepare for Sustainability Reporting in Canada
Canada is entering a new era of corporate accountability with the launch of the Canadian Sustainability Disclosure Standards (CSDSs) by the Canadian Sustainability Standards Board (CSSB). For the first time, organizations have a unified framework aligned with IFRS S1 and S2, empowering businesses to disclose environmental and social risks that affect enterprise value. “Investors are […]
Why Corporate Transparency on Impacts and Risks Matters
Live Zoom Session Corporate transparency is no longer optional. Investors, regulators, and consumers are demanding clarity on how businesses affect society and the environment—and how sustainability issues affect business performance. This is where double materiality comes in. In August 2025, over 300 organizations called on EU policymakers to safeguard the double materiality foundation of […]
Canada Unveils Landmark Sustainability Disclosure Standards: What Businesses Need to Know
New Canada Sustainability Disclosure Standards Puts Canada at the Lead in ESG Reporting In a groundbreaking move toward enhanced corporate transparency, Canada has released its first-ever sustainability disclosure standards—CSDS 1 and CSDS 2. Developed by the Canadian Sustainability Standards Board (CSSB) and integrated into the CPA Canada Handbook – Sustainability, these new standards align with […]
Pioneering ESG Leadership: The Successful Completion of CSE’s Groundbreaking Executive Sustainability Training
The Centre for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) has once again set the standard for sustainability education with the successful conclusion of its Executive Sustainability and ESG Practitioner Training Program. This program brought together forward-thinking professionals from across the globe to innovate, collaborate, and advance their knowledge in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) practices.https://cse-net.org/upcoming-certified-training-programs/ The participants […]
SEC Supports Climate Disclosure Rules: What It Means for Businesses and Investors
In a significant move to enhance corporate transparency, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken a bold step by supporting its Climate Risk Disclosure Rules. This legal brief emphasizes the need for companies to disclose climate-related risks, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing integration of environmental factors into financial reporting and investor […]
Reporting with the NEW GRI Universal Standards: A new global benchmark for sustainability reporting
The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards have been strengthened so they deliver the highest level of transparency for impacts on the economy, environment, and people. GRI Standards enable organizations to give evidence on their impacts and performance, and describe their management approach, including long term goals and targets for each material topic. Made available through […]