Webinar Bill C-59 Aftermath: Regaining Confidence to Disclose.
Part 1 of a multi-webinar series

After Bill C-59 received Royal Assent (June 2024), many companies, particularly oil and gas companies, removed sustainability and ESG content from corporate websites. Future communication is said to be dependent on additional guidance and clarity from the Competition Bureau.

The sudden absence of information has sparked diverse interpretations among the public. Some believe this is a precautionary measure as companies navigate the new legislation, while others view it as a tacit admission that previous disclosures may have been misleading. Consequently, many companies prefer to limit their disclosures rather than risk potential liability. Saying nothing should not be the default position going forward, as corporate disclosures hold significant value.

There is a viable path to achieve transparency while ensuring compliance. To address these concerns and explore solutions, GLJ and the Sustainability & Emissions Management team hosted a free webinar on July 24th, 2024, from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM MDT where we discussed how Canadian companies can thrive under this new legislation.

Webinar Details

The webinar Bill C-59 Aftermath: Regaining Confidence to Disclose focused on the things industry needs to know to thrive in a changing regulatory environment, including:

  • Events that led to the need for increased legislation;
  • Changes to sustainability reporting as a result of Bill C-59; and
  • Steps forward to regain confidence to disclose.

Watch the recording of GLJ’s Sustainability & Emissions Management team as they discuss the importance of the Royal Assent of Bill C-59 and the impacts to sustainability reporting for your organization.

Watch this free webinar on demand today.

Published On: July 11, 2024Categories: SUSTAINABILITY

Authors

  • As a leader at GLJ, Colleen works alongside clients to seek opportunities for successful strategic planning, change management, technology innovation, low carbon transition and ESG reporting, targeting, and tracking. Colleen holds a BSc in Geology with a minor in Geophysics from the University of Calgary, an MSc in Earth Sciences from the University of Ottawa, an MBA jointly from Queen’s University and Cornell University and a Master of Sustainability Leadership from Arizona State University.

    Vice-President, Sustainability and Emissions Management

  • Kelley combines 15 years of operational experience in the oil and gas industry, along with expertise in Sustainable Energy Development, to drive forward energy diversification. She holds a BSc in Biological Sciences from the University of Alberta and an MSc in Sustainable Energy Development from the University of Calgary. She is also certified as a Sustainability Excellence Associate (SEA) and an FSA Credential Holder.

    Senior Analyst, Sustainability & Emissions Management