Resolute takes pride in actively supporting the communities where we operate. In 2023 alone, we contributed over US$1.37 million to organizations working hard to help those in need. Our philanthropic contributions focus on two pillars of sustainability: social (community health and education) and environmental (community projects and education). Many of our employees also volunteer their time to numerous worthwhile causes.
Take a look at some key areas we supported in 2023:
Uplifting our Neighbors
Resolute’s operations and head office collectively donated $440,000 to various charitable organizations last year. Notably, a team of 150 employees, suppliers and other business partners raised over $153,000 for three organizations, including hospital foundations, serving Quebec’s Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region, while our annual Centraide of Greater Montreal employee-led workplace campaign yielded C$61,300 to support the organization’s mission of fighting poverty and social exclusion.
Company operations also provide in-kind support to organizations requiring immediate practical help and whose missions align with our philanthropic priorities. Materials valued at over $32,000 were distributed, mainly in the form of lumber and tissue products.
Investing in the Future through Education
In 2023, Resolute’s contributions to educational institutions totaled more than $490,000. This support took the form of endowments, scholarships, bursaries and awards for high school, technical school, college and university students. The company also provided grants for university research projects. For more information, read our blogpost: Resolute’s Continued Support for Education.
Celebrating Safety Milestones by Giving Back
Last year, our employees presented charitable organizations with a total of $246,000 as part of Resolute’s Safety Award Program, which recognizes operations that achieve significant safety milestones. For every 250,000 consecutive hours worked without a recordable injury, the operation’s employees donate $5,000 to a cause of their choice. Resolute operations have collectively donated over $2.4 million to various community organizations through the program since 2010. As an active participant in our operating communities, Resolute doesn’t just create jobs and stimulate economic activity – we also strive to support the needs and interests of those who live there.
To learn more about how Resolute supports the communities where we live and work, check out the Community Involvement section of our website.