3.1+Ethics


 * Does the organization walk its walk? **

Yes, in several aspects that Algonquin College has walked its talk.

Algonquin College has announced to perform sustainability concepts in operation for both environmental and financial aspect. Algonquin College decided to establish an office of Sustainability and develop a sustainable financial model to resource the long term operation in ethical way.

Algonquin College is using Triple Bottom Line in all purchasing decisions, so they can achieve fair trade. <1>

To consider the well-being of students and staff, Algonquin College provides Fitness Zone and further general health and wellness opportunities, and also provides services like cafeteria, bookstore and parking.


 * Does it try to influence stakeholders or does it try to serve stakeholders? **

Algonquin College is trying to influence stakeholders. They want stakeholders to perform sustainability and ethical in operations and daily life. For example, they lead students and staff to recycle paper and plastic. Algonquin college also try to serve stakeholders by providing varies services.


 * What other organization does this organization affiliate with? **

Algonquin College is working with several organizations to contribute the community and society.

Emily Murphy Non-Profit Housing Organization: Algonquin College is working with this Non-Profit organization to provide resources for single parents. <2>

Ottawa Reads: Algonquin College built partnership with Ottawa-Carleton LEARNING FOUNDATION. Volunteers read one-to-one to students in kindergarten and primary graders. <2>

Algonquin College work with industry and community leaders to indentify training needs, develop program and fill the training gaps. For example, Algonquin College is working with DND and Military to provide Canadian Forces Training. <3>


 * Does it publish bad news as well as good news? **

The College publishes both good news and bad news through internal newspaper: Algonquin Time. The college is more willing to publish good news to students. They want to influence students with the good news and give positive impression to students. <4>

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