Social Policy

YVR is committed to being a socially responsible organization. This means articulating our philosophy in the areas of social, economic and environmental practices with the goal of increasing awareness about Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) amongst our employees (domestically and internationally located), stakeholders, customers and communities.

We want to be an organization that British Columbians can be proud of and an airport that is considered a leader of CSR practices. In defining our Social Policy, we embrace the United Nations Global Compact and the ISO26000 standards. YVR is committed to measuring, auditing and sharing our performance on CSR practices. Our Social Policy and related programs are the direct responsibility of the President & CEO and the Executive Team and are managed through our Social Management System. The Board of Directors oversees the conduct of the organization and ensures the President & CEO and the Executive Team are monitoring and enforcing compliance.

We have articulated our Social Policy commitments in seven areas:

1. Adherence to sound corporate activities—Business Ethics and Transparency

Comprehensive Enterprise Risk Management that reduces risk and sets action plans
Transparent and sound governance practices
Strong fiscal responsibilities
Public accountability
Political neutrality
Commitment to ethics through training and supporting policies

2. Respect for human beings

Uphold and promote Canadian Human Rights in all regards
Respect for diversity and individual human rights
Positive Indigenous Peoples engagement
Commitment against child labour

3. Consideration of our Supply Chain

Pursue total compliance of Supplier Code of Conduct
Fair and open procurement processes
Sustainable Purchasing Policy

4. Positive employee relations with our employees

Fair treatment of our employees with dignity and consideration
A diverse and equitable workforce
Fair labour practices as defined by the International Labour Organization
Safe and healthy work environment
Support for individual development and training
Effective Safety Management System
Health and Wellness program, which includes financial incentives
Respect for our employees’ freedom to associate and participate in a union

5. Protection of the natural environment

Development and enactment of an Environmental Management Plan with set targets
Proactive engagement to mitigate impacts on the environment, specifically in the area of greenhouse gas emissions, water consumption and waste management
Commitment to being recognized as a leader of sustainability in the aviation industry
Green Commuter Program with financial incentives to encourage employees to support reductions in greenhouse gas emissions

6. Support for Community and Consumer

Strong commitment to transparent and effective public engagement
Responsive communications
Financial support for community initiatives including an employee matching donation program
Support through employment and economic opportunities

7. Communication

Commitment to open, honest and timely communication
Effective and responsive media relations and social media
Publicly available annual results and financial statements