About
Sustainability
For Now. For The Future.
We are constantly thinking ahead. Looking further and recognizing that what we do today shapes and impacts tomorrow. We work to build and create lasting tangible value that sets standards and improves lives in the communities where we build and the environment we all share. Working safely, responsibly and collaboratively with all stakeholders is our highest priority because futures – and the future – depend on it.
Our Sustainability approach is guided by three pillars that effectively govern the entirety of our business: Environmental, Social and Governance.
Environmental
We continuously look for opportunities to minimize the impact of our activities on the environment and surrounding communities through environmental stewardship, sustainable resource management and the promotion of pollution prevention. We respect the diversity of the landscapes where we operate and work to minimize our environmental footprint. We are committed to protecting the environment by implementing sound practices that reduce waste generation, minimize risk to the environment, preserve energy, reduce emissions and support biodiversity.
Social
Our people are the cornerstone of our business and the reason we are a leading construction company. The health, wellness, inclusion, equity, diversity and care of our people is our top priority. We not only invest in our people, but also our communities. Through our social partnerships, we help initiate change and propel progress for future generations. By living our values everywhere we operate, we help our clients, employees, partners and communities thrive.
Governance
Graham is committed to robust corporate governance that manages our risk and supports the sustainable growth of our company. Our values of commitment, integrity and reliability guide everything we do. All business practices are measured against the highest possible standards of ethical business conduct. We maintain the highest level of integrity and professional business practices to be accountable, responsible, transparent and ethical.
Sustainability in Action
Supporting Calgary Meals on Wheels
On December 3, we proudly sponsored Calgary Meals on Wheels (CMOW) – GivingTuesday for the sixth consecutive year, and...
Celebrating five years of One Walk in support of food banks!
This year marked our fifth consecutive year of One Walk – an internal, company-wide event that promotes physical...
Team Graham raised over $19,000 for the Enbridge Tour Alberta for Cancer
Last weekend, some of our employees participated in the Enbridge Tour Alberta for Cancer. As part of their...
Building Bridges Recognition
The Building Bridges program, facilitated by our Indigenous Relations team, has been developed to acknowledge and...
Reconciliation in Action at the 2024 Indigenous Partnerships Success Showcase (IPSS)
This year, we were thrilled to be the cultural ambassador for the Indigenous Partnerships Success Showcase (IPSS) in...
Raising Money for ROOTS Young Adult Shelter
Last week employees from both Seattle Buildings and Infrastructure hosted a charity golf tournament for ROOTS – a...
Ongoing Support for STARS Air Ambulance
November 5, 2021
Giving back to communities where we live and work is integral to our culture. Earlier this year our support for...
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
October 12, 2021
What started about 20 years ago as an annual reminder to update your virus scanner, has now become an international,...
Healthy People. Healthy Workplace.
October 4, 2021
For the fifth consecutive October, Graham is participating in Healthy Workplace Month. As our theme this year is mental health,...
Every Child Matters at Graham
September 30, 2021
Formally established on September 30, 2013, Orange Shirt Day is a way for survivors to recognize and heal from the...
Growing Sunflowers to Save the Bees
September 28, 2021
This past summer, Graham employees participated in a friendly sunflower-growing competition to help bring back the bees in our neighbourhoods....
One Walk Raised Over $31,000 for Food Banks
August 16, 2021
For the second consecutive year, Graham employees from each of our 15 operating locations participated in One Walk, an event...