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BizforClimate is a platform for Advocacy and Action. We are mobilizing business owners to advance climate solutions and promote policies that support the rapid transition to an emissions-free, environmentally sustainable economy. 

There are many ways you can get involved and take action today!  Declare your support for climate action by signing the Pledge, and see below for more information about how your organisation can get involved and help this important cause.

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open quote Susan Hurrell

There is no Planet B – we’re all in this together and the clock is ticking.  Seeing the business sector increasingly take up the cause of environment stewardship makes my heart happy. Consumers can’t do it all, without changes at the business level that affect how we live more responsibly, and what we consume, influenced by increasing multi-level environmental intelligence.

Let’s use our collective business horse-power to work together, creating sensible, economically sound, and meaningful change.


Susan Hurrell
Director, Lead Management, Neovation Learning Solutions

open quote Dan Blair

Businesses have the most significant impact on climate change. Business owners need to speak up because they will inspire and drive their teams to a positive impact and set an example for the people working with and for them.


Daniel Blair
CEO and Founder, Bit Space Development Ltd

open quote heidi reimer-epp

Leading by example is critical to our mission, so signing the Climate Action Pledge is an important step to show that we care and are committed to taking action. We see the climate crisis and we want to be a part of the community that stands together to fight it.


Heidi Reimer-Epp
CEO and Founder, Botanical Paperworks

open quote Rick Penner

Our heavy reliance on fossil fuels as an energy source is a monumental problem that will require all sectors, organizations, and individuals to be part of the solution. I know a lot of successful entrepreneurs who are also parents and citizens and care deeply about the welfare of the planet and its people. BizforClimate sends an important signal about the urgency of the climate crisis to the rest of society generally, and policy-makers specifically.


Rick Penner, Board Director
President, Emerge Knowledge

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Indigeno Travel believes it is important to be active in the fight for climate action. Signing the Climate Action Pledge sends a clear signal to the government that the business community is taking this issue seriously.


Chris Maxfield
Founder & VP Business Development, Indigeno Travel

open quote Jeff Vilar

Climate change is our here and now, and there are many businesses in our world that take no action against it. In fact, many businesses profit from it. And we’ve rationalized this as ‘okay’ because ‘it’s just the cost of doing business.’ We feel it is important to support BizforClimate because their mission is to not only raise awareness for climate change but also to help businesses enact meaningful and substantial change.


Jeff Vilar
President, Naida Communications

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The team at BizforClimate really make you feel like you’re part of something bigger, more influential, and that your being consistent with a green mindset will truly have positive, long-term results.


Suzanne Braun
Founder & Managing Director
Relish New Brand Experience

open quote maddie thompson

Spark Media signed the Climate Action Pledge because we believe favourable climate action should be a top priority for business. My hope is that BizforClimate can influence business owners and policymakers so we can address the climate crisis, build awareness around the issue, and ultimately, take action!


Maddie Thompson
Founder, Spark Media

open quote Kelly Sitarz

Titan signed up for the Climate Action Pledge because we, as a company, believe in the cause. We see BizforClimate as a conduit to educate and raise awareness about global climate change issues while acting as valuable public resources.


Kelly Sitarz
Executive Director, Titan Environmental Containment

open quote Louise May

As a business owner, a business advisor and a community activist, I believe that the business community can and must step up to the forefront of the social transformation required at present. 


Louise May, Board Director
Owner-Operator, Aurora Farm

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BizforClimate is the spark that unites smart business with agile conservation. Business leaders are already disrupting old corporate practices and stale ideas. They’re re-shaping industries with a new, modern lens — climate guardianship and renewed policy are the next frontiers.


Dee King, Board Director & Treasurer
Co-Founder, Zenfri Inc.

open quote Ed Buller

I chose to work with BizforClimate because I believe that the mission, vision and capacity of the entity deals directly with the change and innovation required by climate change issues, one of the most significant issues facing both the private and public sectors today.


Ed Buller, Board Director and Vice-Chair
Principal and President, EICO Management Inc.

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To bring about the changes we need with speed and scale, there is a tremendous need to mobilize and I believe the business community has an incredibly important role and responsibility to help lead the way. 


Derek Earl, Founder & Board Chair

There is no Planet B – we’re all in this together and the clock is ticking. Seeing the business sector increasingly take up the cause of environment stewardship makes my heart happy. Consumers can’t do it all, without changes at the business level that affect how we live more responsibly, and what we consume, influenced by increasing multi-level environmental intelligence.

Let’s use our collective business horse-power to work together, creating sensible, economically sound, and meaningful change.

Susan Hurrell
Board Director

Susan Hurrell

#BizforClimate

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Resources

Looking for knowledge or inspiration, you’ll find a variety of presentations, videos and articles that will deepen your understanding of climate change and what companies across Canada are doing to take action.

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Environmental Careers Organization of Canada

ECO Canada

ECO Canada acts as the steward for the Canadian environmental workforce across all industries. From job creation and wage funding, to training and labour market research, they champion the end-to-end career of all environmental professionals. Eco Canada aims to promote and drive responsible, sustainable economic growth, while also ensuring that …

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SURVEY SUMMARY

Climate Action Knowledge Sharing: Survey Summary, Project Examples, Barriers, & Resources

Here you will find a survey summary on the climate change knowledge of Manitoba businesses, examples of climate action projects taken by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Manitoba, and links to credible resources and toolkits from other jurisdictions.
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MANITOBA BUSINESS COMMUNITY

Climate Action by Manitoba Business: Case Studies & Communication Guild for Businesses

Manitoba’s business community is already taking climate action to reduce carbon emissions and increase resilience to climate change. Here you will find examples of climate action taken across the value chain, from business operations to products and services offered.
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RESOURCES & TOOLS

Resources to Get Started: Primers, Checklists, Guides & Incentives

At first glance, taking climate action may seem like a daunting endeavour, but it doesn’t need to be. Here are some resources and tools to help you get started understanding the issue as it relates to business and your sustainability for the future, and how you can start implementing changes …
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Climate Action Toolkit for Small & Medium Enterprises

Developed by the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce and the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD), this online toolkit includes information, resources, and case studies to help you get started on your climate action journey.
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GREEN BURIAL MANITOBA

Green Burial Manitoba Interviews BizforClimate Board Chair, Derek Earl

On behalf of Green Burial Manitoba, Richard Rosin interviews BizforClimate’s Board Chair, Derek Earl. Green Burial Manitoba is an organisation that promotes and encourages people to think about their environmental stewardship of the planet when it comes to their legacy, such as being more sustainable at the cemetery, and with …
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WORLD TRADE CENTRE WINNIPEG

Webinar: Climate Change and Implications for International Trade

Listen to BizforClimate Board Chair, Derek Earl, give a talk on behalf of the World Trade Centre Winnipeg. In partnership with WTC St Louis, this free webinar will provide an overview of climate change and its implications on international trade. From global supply chains to export market access and even …
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EVOLUTION GREEN WORKS

Evolution Green Works EP 12: Interview with BizforClimate’s Chair

Watch episode 12 of Evolve Green Works, an online broadcast on MBNS TV for an in-depth interview with BizforClimate Chair, Derek Earl. Hosted by Lorena Mitchell, President of EvolveGreen.ca and Climate Action Pledge Signatory —  this program highlights all that is new for green business and innovation in Canada.
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CLIMATE REALITY

From One Coast to the Others: Manitoba Presentation by Climate Reality Leader Derek Earl

The last seven years have been the hottest years in recorded history. How can Canadians learn about climate issues and solutions happening regionally and across Canada? From One Coast to the Others: Canada’s Regions Speak Up on Climate will inspire Canadians of all regions and walks of life to act …
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WORLD TRADE CENTRE WINNIPEG

Getting to Net Zero: Manitoba Business Leadership & Opportunities

Listen to Maureen Cureton, an expert on sustainability, present a blend of what, why, who and how to get to net zero in business. What does it mean to achieve net zero carbon emissions? Why are businesses around the world making this commitment? Why is this relevant, attractive and beneficial …
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ECO Canada

Environmental Careers Organization of Canada

ECO Canada acts as the steward for the Canadian environmental workforce across all industries. From job creation and wage funding, to training and labour market research, they champion the end-to-end career of all environmental professionals. Eco Canada aims to promote and drive responsible, sustainable economic growth, while also ensuring that …
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