Canada Post
Canada Post Corporation, commonly known as Canada Post, is the primary postal operator in Canada, headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario. Established in 1867, it has evolved into a vital component of the Canadian economy, providing essential mail and parcel delivery services across urban and rural regions. As a leader in the postal industry, Canada Post offers a range of services, including standard mail, expedited parcel delivery, and international shipping. Its commitment to innovation is evident in its integration of technology, enhancing customer experience through online tracking and flexible delivery options. Recognised for its extensive network and reliability, Canada Post plays a crucial role in connecting Canadians and businesses alike. With a strong market position, it continues to adapt to the changing landscape of e-commerce and logistics, ensuring it meets the diverse needs of its customers.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Canada Post's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Canada Post's score of 49 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Canada Post's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Canada Post reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,089,900,000 kg CO2e, comprising 98,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 15,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 975,700,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. Additionally, Canada Post is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. The near-term targets include ensuring that 67% of its suppliers by spend have science-based targets by 2025, alongside a commitment that 100% of its investments will also align with science-based targets by the same year. Long-term goals further stipulate a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, as well as a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Canada Post's climate strategy is consistent with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects a commitment to align with global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. The corporation's emissions data and reduction targets are sourced directly from Canada Post Corporation, ensuring transparency and accountability in its sustainability efforts.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 107,700,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 29,200,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Canada Post is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
