Dollarama
Dollarama Inc., a leading Canadian discount retailer, is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, and operates extensively across Canada. Founded in 1992, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the retail industry, specialising in a wide range of products, including household items, party supplies, and seasonal goods, all offered at affordable prices. With a commitment to providing value, Dollarama's unique business model allows customers to find quality products at fixed price points, primarily under $4. This approach has positioned the company as a go-to destination for budget-conscious shoppers. Over the years, Dollarama has achieved significant milestones, including rapid expansion and a robust market presence, making it one of Canada's most recognised retail brands.
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Dollarama's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Dollarama reported total carbon emissions of approximately 23,768,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 27,282,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 52,237,000 kg CO2e for both scopes. This marks a slight increase from 2023, where emissions were approximately 23,569,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 24,700,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling about 49,464,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Dollarama has shown a commitment to monitoring and reporting its greenhouse gas emissions, focusing on Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, which primarily arise from direct operations and purchased electricity. However, the company has not disclosed any data related to Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions in the value chain. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their reports, Dollarama continues to engage in climate-related disclosures, indicating a recognition of the importance of sustainability in its operations. The company’s emissions intensity has been reported, with a value of approximately 30.14 kg CO2e per square foot for Scope 1 and 2 combined in 2023 and 2024. As Dollarama moves forward, it will be essential for the company to establish clear reduction targets and initiatives to align with industry standards and contribute to broader climate goals.
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| 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,070,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 28,928,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Dollarama is not participating in any 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.
