| Overall Rating | Gold |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 67.27 |
| Liaison | Jesse Russell |
| Submission Date | Dec. 30, 2024 |
Canadore College
EN-1: Outreach and Communications
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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4.50 / 5.00 |
1.1 Sustainability outreach and communications
Website URL of the institution’s central sustainability website:
Does the institution integrate sustainability information into the educational offerings or materials provided during new student orientation or the equivalent?:
Narrative outlining how sustainability information is integrated into new student orientation or the equivalent:
At Canadore College, sustainability information is deeply integrated into new student orientation through various initiatives. Each year, emails are sent to both new and existing students, introducing or reminding them of sustainability-related initiatives and resources. During orientation, the sustainability team engages students by presenting resources and testing their knowledge in virtual and in-person sessions. They also work with student leadership (iCanLead) to host workshops and demonstrations across campuses.
At orientation fairs, the sustainability team maintains a booth, providing students with direct access to essential sustainability information. Additionally, the sustainability team and iCanLead students actively participate in open houses, parent information nights.
Students are also given a digital "Sustainable Student Guide,". This guide offerspractical examples of how students can adopt more sustainable practices both at school and home, ensuring that sustainability is an integral part of their educational journey. It also equips them to practice sustainable habits within the community.
Resources Page: https://www.canadorecollege.ca/sustainable-canadore/resources
Does the institution integrate sustainability information into the educational offerings or materials provided during new employee orientation or the equivalent?:
Narrative outlining how sustainability information is integrated into new employee orientation of the equivalent:
At the beginning of each academic year, all staff at Canadore College receive an email outlining the college's sustainability-related initiatives and resources. This is complemented by a quarterly newsletter sent to everyone within the email directory, keeping sustainability efforts and updates top of mind throughout the year.
To further integrate sustainability into the onboarding process, new employees are directed to sustainability-related resources, ensuring that they are aware of and can engage with these initiatives from the start.
The resources page provided includes comprehensive information on recycling streams, sustainable travel, sustainable events, and additional resources available within the community. This approach ensures that sustainability is not only a key focus for current staff but also a core value introduced to new employees as they join the Canadore College community.
Does the institution have dashboards and/or signage highlighting the institution’s sustainability features or performance?:
Description of the institution’s sustainability dashboards and/or signage:
Canadore College has implemented a variety of sustainability dashboards and signage to engage the campus community and promote environmental awareness. All sorting stations across the college feature signage with meaningful quotes that emphasize the importance of proper waste sorting. These signs are also equipped with QR codes, inviting users to learn more about the college's commitments and sustainable initiatives.
Throughout the campuses, SDG-related photography and artwork are displayed, reinforcing the college's commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The college also posts the annual results of the Ecometrica baseline GHG Audit, which provides a comprehensive overview of scope 1, 2, and some scope 3 emissions, ensuring transparency and accountability in its environmental impact.
In addition to indoor signage, Canadore College has installed outdoor signage that describes various projects and how they align with the SDGs. This signage serves to educate and inspire both students and staff by connecting campus initiatives with global sustainability goals.
Does the institution manage a sustainability-focused social media account, newsletter, blog, online community, podcast, video series, or equivalent communications medium or platform?:
Description of and/or website URL for at least one sustainability-focused communication medium or platform:
Sustainable Canadore Website: https://www.canadorecollege.ca/sustainable-canadore
Sustainable Canadore Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainable_canadore/
Sustainable Canadore X (Twitter): https://x.com/Sustainable_Can
Our Path to 2031 Newsletter: https://www.canadorecollege.ca/sustainable-canadore/initiatives/our-path-to-2031
Has the institution coordinated one or more sustainability-focused outreach campaigns during the previous three years?:
Description of sustainability-focused outreach campaigns from the previous three years:
Over the past three years, Sustainable Canadore has implemented several impactful outreach campaigns to advance sustainability on campus and in the community:
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ImpAct-Climate Challenge 2023: Sustainable Canadore won the national ImpAct-Climate Challenge in the medium-large category. This competition aimed to promote climate action on campus, highlighting our commitment to sustainable practices and climate solutions. Learn more
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Sustainability Summit: We hosted the region's first-ever Sustainability Summit, a two-day event that was both in-person and streamed nationally. The summit featured a diverse range of expert speakers, including authors, academics, sustainability professionals, and community leaders, covering various sustainability topics. This hybrid event allowed us to engage with a broad audience and foster dialogue on pressing sustainability issues. Learn more
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Communities in Bloom: As institutional leads for the city's provincial "Communities in Bloom" submission, we showcased our community's commitment to climate action and beautification. Our community received a perfect score of 5 blooms and was invited to the national contest. Sustainable Canadore were asked to return as institutional lead for the national 2024 submission. Learn more
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National Demonstration Projects: Selected by Colleges and Institutes Canada, Sustainable Canadore was recognized for two consecutive years as a national demonstration project for a campus living lab. These projects focused on sustainable food production and sustainable forest management. Our targeted social media campaigns for these projects garnered over 3 million impressions, enhancing visibility and engagement with our sustainability efforts.
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Quarterly Newsletter: Our quarterly newsletter, "Our Path to 2031," provides updates and insights into our sustainability initiatives and progress. This publication helps keep our community informed and engaged with our ongoing efforts and achievements.
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1.2 Percentage of campus stakeholders reached through sustainability outreach and communications
Percentage of campus stakeholders reached through sustainability outreach and communications:
Approach used to determine the percentage of campus stakeholders reached:
Description of the methodology used to determine the reach of the institution’s sustainability outreach and communications:
The methodology used to determine the reach of the institution’s sustainability outreach and communications includes several key approaches:
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Communications Distribution: All staff and students receive various communications such as the "Our Path to 2031 Newsletter," email event invites, and information displayed at booths.
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Engagement Metrics:
- Registration Numbers: Tracking the number of registrations for sustainability-related events.
- Event Attendance: Monitoring how many individuals attend these events.
- Social Media Metrics: Measuring follows and impressions on social media platforms.
- Website Analytics: Analyzing visitor data and engagement on the institution's website.
- Video Metrics: Reviewing views and engagement with videos related to sustainability.
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