Our commitment
Our mission to build better places to live means we must recognize the impact we have on the environment and on people. As conscientious leaders, we take full responsibility for our actions, and are deeply committed to building a business that always pushes itself to do better.
As a resource-intensive industry, we know that every action we take impacts the environment. By minimizing waste, reducing water and energy consumption, lowering carbon emissions, and investing in renewable energy and innovation, we act as responsible stewards of the environment - working hard to meet the highest possible standards.
As an employer, homebuilder, and landlord, we understand the deep responsibility we have to the people whose lives we touch. We start with prioritizing and investing in the needs of our employees and communities and then work on building safe and vibrant places for them to live and work.
Safeguarding the future of our business is in our DNA. By investing in effective governance, ethical practices, and infrastructure, we ensure that our business remains strong and resilient.
CURRENT REPORTING
Supplements
- 2021 ESG Report Methodology
- 2021 ESG Strategy, Initiatives and Targets
- 2021 ESG Performance Table
- Materiality Matrix
- 2021 GRI and SASB Indices
- Alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
PAST REPORTING
- 2020 ESG Report
- 2020 ESG Performance, Initiatives, and Targets
- 2020 GRI and SASB Content Indices
- 2020 REIT ESG Report Methodology
For More Information
2021 ESG Highlights
Minto Apartment REIT has built on the strong history of Minto Group's decades' long experience and commitment to sustainability. Across all our operations and with our stakeholders from employees to residents, partners and unitholders, we are implementing initiatives and setting targets to further our objectives and goals.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION SURVEY
Completed our inaugural diversity and inclusion survey
INCENTIVE COMPENSATION
Tied to achieving ESG targets
AFFORDABLE RENTAL SUITES
Began construction on 100 affordable apartments in partnership with the City of Toronto
EMBODIED CARBON STUDY
Completed to reduce carbon inputs in construction
LOWER ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Reduced from 2019 benchmark levels
LOWER CARBON EMISSIONS
Reduced from 2019 levels
ANNUAL ESG REPORT
Proud to issue our second annual report
INCLUSIVITY SCORE
5.6 points higher than the industry average
2022 GRESB REAL ESTATE SCORE
4th highest score in our 16 constituent peer group
OUT OF 10
in "Canada" Comparison Group for 2022 GRESB Public Disclosure evaluation
Driven By Our Purpose
vision
No matter who you are, where you're from, or where you're going, we're helping you to live better by creating healthy, vibrant homes and communities for you to live and grow for decades to come.
Mission
Building better places to live (work and play), one home and one relationship at a time.
Underpinned By Our Values
Accomplishment
Doing what it takes to succeed in an environment of integrity
Partnership
Building and nurturing collaborative relationships
Innovation
Constantly pursuing new ideas and opportunities
Courage
Doing the right thing, even in the face of opposition
