SANDSTONE Asset Management Inc. is committed to enhancing the community in which we live and work. We are committed to advancing our community through ethical and environmental responsible business practices, the generation of wealth and jobs, financial and voluntary support for charitable and nonprofit organizations within the community, and an investment in social awareness of the members of the community.
PHILANTHROPIC FOUNDATIONS
SANDSTONE is proud to be the Lead Sponsor of the Pulse of Philanthropy national conference in
Through our Speakers Series, Sandstone CONNECTS, we present influential speakers to expound upon the social issues that affect our world with a goal of educating and motivating the community to become involved individually.
Speakers have included: Lieutenant General Romeo Dallaire, Arnaud de Borchgrave, Norm Stamper, Alastair Crooke, and Sir Ken Robinson.
AGA KHAN FOUNDATION
SANDSTONE is proud to support the social development programs of the Aga Khan Foundation. These programs focus on four core areas: health, education, rural development and building the capacity of non-governmental organizations. Gender equality and protecting the environment are integrated into every program.
The annual World Partnership Walk raises awareness and funds to fight global poverty. SANDSTONE participated in the walk last year along with 40,000 Canadians to raise a total of $5.5 million to support international development. This year, with your support, SANDSTONE raised the 2nd highest dollar amount in
IMAGINE
SANDSTONE is proud to be one of Imagine
The commitment to Imagine
- We commit a minimum of 1% of pre-tax domestic profit to support charitable and nonprofit organizations.
- We encourage and facilitate the personal giving and volunteer activities of our employees.
- We champion and sustain at least one community investment project that is supported by our President and that leverages the skills and competencies of the company to make a difference in the community.
- We demonstrate leadership by annually publishing a public Corporate Citizenship Report.
ALBERTA BALLET
As part of our community sponsorship, we are proud to continue our partnership with the Alberta Ballet as official Sponsor of Alberta Ballet's Artistic Director - Jean Grand Maitre. His experience in the creation of performance art is extensive and highly eclectic.
SANDSTONE is committed to advancing our community through innovation, creativity & vision. As a part of this commitment, SANDSTONE is very proud to be a ‘Gold Sponsor’ for ACAD’s “Stirring Culture 2: A Time to Act.” This speaker series promises to educate and motivate individuals within their communities to address the needs of
CORPORATE GIVING
SANDSTONE has a strong commitment to nonprofit organizations through various monetary contributions, individual board involvement, and volunteering. Each employee at SANDSTONE is supported with 40 paid corporate hours to pursue their personal passions through a wide variety of volunteer options. Volunteering and Board involvement include the following organizations:
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The Calgary Bridge Foundation for Immigrant Youth
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One Yellow Rabbit
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Junior Achievement
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SANDSTONE orchestrated the largest one-time donation of linen and towels in 2004, toothbrushes in 2006, razors in 2007, and socks in 2008 to the Calgary Drop-in & Rehab Centre.
