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Canadian fashion retailer Ardene is on a journey to become a corporate social responsibility leader through greenhouse gas mapping , supply chain accountability and innovation
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E very business faces the constant challenge of remaining true to its core values , particularly when growing at speed . Over the past 37 years , Canadian apparel retailer Ardene has grown from a single 500 sq ft accessories and jewelry store in Montreal to a network of over 375 stores across North America and beyond . Since the company ’ s inception , Ardene has had one key principle in mind : to “ do good business , while also doing good in the world .”
Today , Ardene is working harder than ever to ensure it is a leader in Corporate Social Responsibility ( CSR ) and sustainable supply chain practices . In addition to waste reduction strategies , community outreach initiatives and health and wellness programs for its employees , Ardene is currently embarking on an ambitious project to completely map its greenhouse gas ( GHG ) emissions , in order to more effectively understand the next phase of its sustainability journey .
We spoke with representatives of Ardene ’ s CSR team to explore the company ’ s core
APRIL 2019