Join us for an engaging panel discussion in the Sustainability Practitioner Room as we explore how the social dimension of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles drives sustainability. This session brings together Workforce Development Leaders from the Manufacturing, Film, and Construction industries to share their unique collaboration on a transformative workforce program.

A winning recipe that was years in the making, from early deployment challenges to global sustainability under one system.

In this session, you will learn how McCain Foods Ltd has evolved its CI program over several years, from its early challenges to its current wins, through strategic deployment, to sustainment by engaging all levels of its workforce around the world, to focus on and delivering positive results for the business under one Global CI management system.

This presentation covers the more than five-year journey of an established BC signage manufacturer that transformed its operations after undertaking a third-party environmental audit. 

 Unlock the potential of technology in large-scale farming with Sunnybrook Swine’s cutting-edge methods. This session will jump into PigFlow and PigKnows, tools that not only enhance animal welfare but also boost operational efficiency. Additionally, we’ll showcase the Gestal Electronic Feeding System and Bin Scales, demonstrating how precise feeding and inventory management can lead to a leaner, more profitable manufacturing process.

When tasked with supporting, improving, and celebrating the protein value chain in Manitoba, ProteinMB faced a significant challenge: the supply chain's lack of visibility. This included unknown wastes, non-standardized measurement, monitoring, and verification practices, untold best practice stories, and untapped opportunities that were not examined holistically.

Effective sustainability requires more than good intentions—it demands precision. This session shows how data is enabling supply chains, from agriculture to manufacturing, to operate more efficiently, reduce emissions, and adapt to regulatory pressure. Learn how to use data as a strategic asset in your path to sustainability.

Using “Business as a force for good” to address environmental and social challenges.

In this presentation we’ll dig into the basics of B Corp Certification; review examples of how the certification process can be a valuable learning experience; and verify that by “Doing well by doing good” can lead to increased profitability.

This interactive session will provide practical and hands-on learning on how to build your sustainability framework to help start or move your sustainability journey forward with confidence.

Keep Momentum Alive, Lean into Lasting Impact

Join us for an engaging panel chat titled "Sustain the Gains," where we delve into the art of maintaining momentum in your lean journey. This session will explore practical methods, insightful tips, and inspiring stories that highlight how to sustain the gains achieved through lean practices. Our expert panel will discuss effective change management strategies and share real-world examples of how organizations have successfully kept the momentum going. Whether you're just starting your lean journey or looking to reinforce your existing efforts, this session will provide valuable insights to help you sustain and build upon your successes. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from industry leaders and connect with peers who are passionate about continuous improvement.