Englobe’s ESG Steering Committee: steady guidance for responsible growth
As Englobe continues to grow in scale, reach, and complexity, maintaining a clear focus on responsible, sustainable decision‑making is more important than ever. In 2024, to support this commitment, Englobe established its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Steering Committee, a leadership group charged with guiding how ESG principles are embedded into our strategy, operations, and culture.
The ESG Steering Committee plays a critical role in ensuring that sustainability is not treated as a standalone initiative, but as an integrated approach that shapes how Englobe operates, manages risk, and delivers value to clients and communities across Canada.
A clear mission rooted in accountability
At its core, the Committee’s mission is to oversee and guide Englobe’s ESG Plan and its five interconnected pillars:
- cultivating environmental responsibility;
- elevating client collaborations;
- helping to build strong communities;
- amplifying our caring culture; and
- acting with transparency and integrity.
Together, these pillars provide a consistent framework for decision‑making and long‑term value creation, supporting responsible growth across all parts of the organization.
The Committee helps translate these principles into action, ensuring that sustainability considerations inform strategic priorities, operational practices, and leadership expectations as Englobe continues to evolve.
Leadership oversight and cross‑functional perspective
Englobe’s ESG Steering Committee is composed of six senior leaders representing a cross‑section of Englobe’s operations and expertise. Led by Karine Desforges, Senior Vice‑President, Legal Affairs, ESG and Integrations, the Committee includes the President, regional leaders, and executives spanning human resources, technology, real estate management and procurement, governance, and ESG strategy. ESG Director Geneviève David Watson supports and advances the Committee’s work through day‑to‑day program leadership and coordination.
Meeting monthly or as needed, the Committee provides regular oversight, alignment, and momentum, ensuring a consistent ESG approach across regions, disciplines, and business units.
Embedding ESG into strategy and operations
One of the Committee’s primary responsibilities is strategic integration. This includes aligning ESG priorities with corporate objectives, identifying material risks and opportunities, and ensuring initiatives support sustainable, resilient growth. By monitoring emerging ESG trends, regulatory developments, and industry best practices, the Committee helps Englobe remain proactive and adaptable in a changing business environment.
The Committee also oversees the development and implementation of key ESG‑related policies - ranging from environmental management to ethical conduct and the responsible use of technology – to ensure they are effective, consistent, and aligned with evolving expectations.
As we continue to grow, having strong ESG governance in place ensures we’re making consistent, responsible decisions that reflect our values and support long‑term, resilient growth for Englobe and the communities we serve.
Mike Cormier, President, Englobe
Strengthening measurement, transparency, and trust
Credible ESG performance depends on strong data, clear objectives, and transparent reporting. The Steering Committee plays a central role in defining ESG performance targets and key indicators, overseeing data collection and analysis, and ensuring disclosures are accurate, reliable, and meaningful for stakeholders.
Transparency and accountability are key to building trust, reinforcing Englobe’s commitment to ethical business practices and responsible governance.
Karine Desforges, Senior Vice-President, Legal Affairs, ESG & Integrations, and Executive ESG Committee Chair
Managing risk and reinforcing integrity
Effective ESG oversight is also closely linked to enterprise risk management. The Committee identifies and assesses ESG‑related risks and ensures appropriate controls and processes are in place to mitigate them.
Equally importantly, Committee members are expected to model strong ESG literacy and ethical leadership. In doing so, they foster a culture of integrity and accountability across the organization.
A commitment to continuous progress
Through its work, the ESG Steering Committee helps ensure Englobe remains centered on sustainability as both a mandate and a guiding principle that informs how decisions are made every day. By strengthening governance, embedding ESG into operations, and maintaining a clear focus on transparency and accountability, the Committee supports Englobe’s long‑term success and positive societal impact.
As expectations evolve and the organization continues to grow, the ESG Steering Committee remains a cornerstone of Englobe’s commitment to responsible, resilient growth, today and in the future.