CGA-Canada scores 'hat trick' with top honour as one of Canada's Greenest Employers

VANCOUVER AND OTTAWA, April 20, 2012 /CNW/ - For the third consecutive year, the Certified General Accountants Association of Canada (CGA-Canada) has been named one of Canada's Greenest Employers.

"Being a green company requires commitment and dedication to sustainable initiatives," says Anthony Ariganello, President and CEO of CGA-Canada. "We are proud that our employees participate in our green program and continue to offer creative solutions to keep our business place environmentally friendly."

CGA-Canada is dedicated to operating as a sustainable association and regards environmental responsibility as being a fundamental part of its business practices. The association finds meaningful ways to incorporate environmental considerations into its day-to-day business with such initiatives as:

• Recyclable furniture and flooring, with work surfaces made from 100 per cent pre-consumer recycled wood fiber
• Lighting system with 44 per cent fewer lamps than traditional systems
• Coffee-grounds and filters composting program
• Electronic device recycling program
• Organized car-pool system
• Employer Pass Program (public transit)
• Employer-sponsored communal bikes
• Reduced paper product usage by providing ceramic kitchenware

Now in its sixth year, Canada's Greenest Employers recognizes companies that lead the nation in creating a culture of environmental awareness in their organizations. The reasons for selection are published at www.canadastop100.com/environmental.

CGA-Canada is also one of Canada's Top 100 Employers and B.C.'s Top 55 Employers.

ABOUT CGA-CANADA
Founded in 1908, the Certified General Accountants Association of Canada serves 75,000 Certified General Accountants and students in Canada and more than 90 countries. Respected accounting and financial management professionals, CGAs work in industry, finance, government and public practice. CGA-Canada establishes the designation's certification requirements and professional standards, offers professional development, conducts research and advocacy, and represents CGAs nationally and internationally.

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Taylore Ashlie
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Diana Sorace
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