KINGSEY FALLS, QC, Oct. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ - Cascades is proud to have recently received two corporate responsibility awards, namely, Excellence in Corporate Responsibility, awarded by Green Living Enterprises, and Greening the Supply Chain, awarded by the Canadian Association of Importers and Exporters at the CATIE Awards Gala. These honours reflect the efforts of the company to continually improve its actions in the area of sustainable development.
Excellence in Corporate Responsibility
Awarded at a gala in Toronto on October 26, 2011, this award was attributed to Cascades' online boutique (boutique.cascades.com), which offers innovative products that are respectful of the environment, such as Christmas trees, children's furniture and pet homes, all made of recycled cardboard. "We are happy that our sustainable business practices and our dedication towards the creation of eco-responsible products have been recognized", stated Carl Blanchet, Corporate Director of Business Development at Cascades.
Greening the Supply Chain
Handed out at a gala in Toronto on October 17, 2011, this award was attributed to Cascades for its commitment to render its supply chain more respectful of the environment and to reduce its carbon footprint. "We are particularly proud to receive this award in view of the outstanding reputation of the other finalists in the area of responsible procurement", stated Christine Lemieux, Director of International Operations at Cascades. The CATIE Awards rewards Canadian companies that have demonstrated excellent practices in business, customs and compliance.
Founded in 1964, Cascades produces, converts and markets packaging and tissue products that are composed mainly of recycled fibres. The Company employs close to 11,000 employees, who work in more than 100 units located in North America and Europe. Its management philosophy, its more than 45 years of experience in recycling and its continued efforts in research and development are strengths that enable Cascades to create new products for its customers. Cascades' shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange, under the ticker symbol CAS.
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