Environmental Sustainability Policy

Objective

The purpose of this policy is to establish our commitment to operate in an environmentally sustainable manner, minimizing the environmental footprint, and implement ecological practices in alignment with the mission of delivering safe and effective healthcare services.

Policy Statement

Our organization is committed to incorporating environmental sustainability practices into our business operations where feasible, and conduct activities in a manner that protects health and reduces pollution.

Key Principles

• Comply with all applicable federal, provincial, and local environmental regulations and industry standards.
• Reduce energy and water consumption through efficient processes, facility upgrades, and responsible usage practices.
• Support procurement and use of environmentally sustainable products, with lower carbon footprints and reduced waste impact where possible.
• Minimize waste generation through reduction, and recycling of waste.
• Prevent pollution by responsibly managing chemicals, pharmaceuticals, medical and hazardous waste.
• Implement strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across our facilities, transportation, and supply chain processes.
• Create staff awareness to support environmentally responsible behaviors.
• Continuously improve environmental sustainability practices across our operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and allocate resources to achieve environmental sustainability objectives.
• Incorporate sustainability practices into daily operations and comply with related procedures and guidelines.