May 2008

• The SPP is looking for a new look!
• Community Economic Development National Conference
• Sustainability finds its way into financial statements
• Links of the Month

The SPP is looking for a new look!

The Social Purchasing Portal is inviting any and all creative types to send us some ideas for what 'social purchasing' might look like in a graphic or visual image. Other words that might help include responsible consumption, ethical sourcing or social responsibility. Even if you don't know how to put words into pictures, sending us your idea will be greatly appreciated! Email: info@sppcalgary.org

Community Economic Development National Conference

Each year, the Canadian CED Network holds a national conference to bring together those who support community-based efforts to improve social conditions and create economic opportunities in Canada and beyond. Check out their site: CCEDNetwork National Conference.

Sustainability finds it way into financial statements

Read this Canwest article on how about 80% of companies listed on the S&P/TSX composite index now include some environmental, economic and social information in their public reports. Read the article here.

Links of the Month

• Earth Day (www.3rdwhale.com) has information on green jobs, sustainability education and even green dating!
• CSR Globe (www.csrglobe.com) is an online global directory providing information about the world's top companies' CSR practices.

If you have good links to share, pass them along!

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