SaskGaming
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021-04-01 to 2022-03-31, 2023)
Reporting Period: 2021-04-01 to 2022-03-31
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Responsible Gambling
- Community Investment
- Indigenous Employment
- Environmental Sustainability
- Cybersecurity
Environmental Achievements
- Developed baseline measures and targets for GHG emissions reduction, to be reported on starting in 2022-23.
Social Achievements
- Achieved 39.2% Indigenous representation in the workforce.
- Increased guest satisfaction rates to 78% from 72% in 2019-20.
- Continued renovations at Casino Regina, supporting the local economy and sub-trades.
- Donated over $220,000 to various community organizations.
- Achieved reaccreditation under the Responsible Gambling Council of Canada’s RG Check Program.
Governance Achievements
- Implemented a new Wellness Strategy focusing on employee mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health.
- Enhanced cybersecurity measures based on recommendations from the Provincial Auditor of Saskatchewan.
- Developed robust action plans to mitigate cybersecurity risks.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Improve Indigenous recruitment, retention, and advancement
- Implement employee wellness strategy
- Improve energy efficiency to reduce consumption and costs
Short-term Goals:
- Complete renovations at Casino Regina
- Finalize gaming modernization project
- Integrate GameOn 2.0 Customer Service Program
Environmental Challenges
- Temporary closures of Casinos Regina and Moose Jaw due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Public health restrictions impacting operations and revenue.
- Declining revenue trends in a mature gaming market.
- Increased competition from other gaming operators.
Mitigation Strategies
- Developed and implemented business continuity and pandemic plans.
- Invested in technology, facilities, and new initiatives (online gaming platform).
- Focused on expense management and operational efficiency.
- Continued renovations to modernize facilities and enhance the guest experience.
- Implemented a new online gaming platform in partnership with SIGA.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Supporting Saskatchewan businesses, particularly Indigenous-owned businesses
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Null
Certifications: RG Check Program
Third-party Assurance: KPMG LLP
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Responsible Gambling
- Security and Integrity
- Employee Well-being
- Community Support
- Environmental Sustainability
- Stakeholder Relationships
Environmental Achievements
- Contracted a third-party to monitor electrical usage in real time and provide data and recommendations to manage peak load, overall usage, and minimize downtime and machinery failure more efficiently.
- Measures GHG consumption using a Cumulative GHG Reduction target in its balanced scorecard.
Social Achievements
- Developed a uniquely flexible employee recognition program.
- Implemented a Representative Workforce Plan with unions to improve workforce diversity, focusing on Indigenous representation.
- Provides sponsorships and donations to dozens of charities and community projects.
- Supports employee volunteerism through the Dollars for Do-Gooders Program and Employee Match Program.
- Implemented GameSense, an internationally recognized responsible gambling program.
Governance Achievements
- All employees are required to complete diversity and inclusion training.
- All employees are required to complete respectful workplace training.
- Detailed policies and procedures are in place to ensure compliance with all regulatory standards, including a compliance officer.
- All gaming employees obtain a valid Certificate of Registration through the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority’s Registration Program.
- Detailed policies and procedures are in place regarding the responsible marketing of services.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Minimizing employee absences.
- Maintaining a harassment-free workplace.
- Reducing GHG consumption.
- Managing risks associated with problem gambling.
- Ensuring fair and honest games.
Mitigation Strategies
- Employee Wellness Strategy focusing on healthy mind, body, and life.
- Harassment Prevention Policy.
- Third-party monitoring of electrical usage and GHG reduction targets.
- GameSense program and employee training on responsible gambling.
- Independent testing and verification of gaming integrity.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Policies and processes designed to facilitate opportunities for Indigenous people and businesses.