2022 Key Achievements
Net Zero
One of the first entities in Canada to have its net zero emissions targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative
Green Lease
Development of green lease clauses across retail and industrial assets to promote energy efficiency, renewable energy, and low-carbon design
Diversity
Achieved the Women Lead Here 2022 benchmark demonstrating significant representation of women in leadership positions
Giving
Donated over $625,000 and 1,240 hours of colleague time to Canadian charities in support of empowering children in low-income communities
Suppliers
Released our Supplier Code of Conduct and implemented it on new, large contracts
Cybersecurity
Continued advancing our cybersecurity program and received a maturity rating which exceeds the industry benchmark by over 20%
Net-Zero by 2050
Choice Properties is one of the first entities in Canada to have net-zero targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi.) Our targets are consistent with the primary goal of the Paris Agreement – to limit the rise in global temperature this century to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
Building a sustainable and equitable future is integral to our mission of creating enduring value
We continue to integrate resilient business practices to deliver value both for today and for future generations.
Fighting Climate Change
We are committed to doing our part to preserve our planet’s resources for current and future generations.
Strengthening Communities to Prosper
We strive to conduct our business in a manner that respects and supports our colleagues and the communities in which we operate and build.
Governance
Choice Properties’ Board of Trustees and management team are dedicated to strong governance practices designed to maintain high standards of oversight, accountability, integrity and ethics.
Affiliations
We are proud to be associated with the following organizations to advance and promote sustainable practices in real estate and in business operations.
Making Progress
Choice has set several ESG targets that relate to our pillar areas of Fighting Climate Change and Strengthening Communities to Prosper, which strive to create meaningful positive impact on our planet and our communities.
ESG Reports & Information
Management Proxy Circular
Published on March 26, 2024October 2023 Green Bond, Allocation Report, Sustainalytics Second-Party Opinion
Published on November 27, 2023Management Proxy Circular
Published on March 24, 2023Environmental, Social & Governance Report
Published on April 24, 2023Management Proxy Circular
Published on March 30, 2022Environmental, Social & Governance Report
Published on April 27, 2022Pathway to Net-Zero Report
Published on November 22, 2022November 2022 Green Bond, Allocation Report, Sustainalytics Second-Party Opinion
Published on November 30, 2022Management Proxy Circular
Published on March 30, 2021Environmental, Social & Governance Report
Published on April 29, 2021Green Financing Framework
Published on November 15, 2021Sustainalytics Second Party Opinion for Green Financing Framework
Published on November 15, 2021Management Proxy Circular
Published on April 24, 2020Environmental, Social & Governance Report
Published on April 23, 2020Sustainability & Responsibility Highlights
Published on May 3, 2019Management Proxy Circular
Published on May 3, 2019Environmental, Social & Governance Commitment
Code of Conduct
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