Corporate Social Responsibility: The Paths Taken By Two Ontario Credit Unions, University of Toronto, Toronto

Time:              12:00 pm - 1:30 pm   (bring your lunch, coffee and tea will be provided)
Location:          Ontario Institute for Studies in Education of the University of Toronto
                      252 Bloor St. West, Toronto, Room 12-199
Contact:           Sherap Winn at swinn@oise.utoronto.ca or (416) 923-6641, ext. 2087.
Website:          Social Economy Centre
Event Poster (PDF)

Scott will discuss the challenges of implementing a new CSR program following his organization's corporate merger. He will focus on the development of Meridian's Good Neighbour Program and the formation and implementation of the credit union's CSR, sponsorship and donation programs.

Kimberley will present Alterna Savings' initiatives in community economic development and its role in shaping financial literacy, corporate accountability and environmental sustainability programs. She will share Alterna's perspective on philanthropy, including some unique "twists." Denyse Guy, Executive Director of the Ontario Cooperative Association, will moderate the session.