[All] The Natural Step - Sustainability Course - Level 1 - Toronto-June 12, 2012

Thu May 24 10:43:51 EDT 2012

Strategies for any professional whose goal is to lead or influence
sustainability-related change processes along with skills and tools to more
effectively communicate, plan, influence, and manage sustainability
initiatives.

The Natural Step - Sustainability Course -Level 1 

Toronto, Ontario

Tuesday June 12, 2012

Level 1 Sustainability Course: Foundations in Strategy 

The Natural Step Canada's Level 1 Sustainability Course: Foundations in
Strategy is an opportunity to apply the core concepts of sustainability. In
this compelling 1-day workshop you will work through a hands-on case study
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Natural Step Framework for Strategic Sustainable Development, giving you the
knowledge and tools to better understand "strategy
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take a systemic approach to planning and managing sustainability
initiatives. After this workshop, you will be better equipped to take a
sustainability leadership role in your organization to capture value, enable
innovation, and drive strategy.

This course is taught by engaging facilitators who have worked with
businesses and communities-large and small-across Canada and around the
world. It draws upon The Natural Step's 20 years of practical sustainability
experience researching, developing, and refining our approach with countless
global clients and partners.

Learn more...

*	Should I take this course?
*	How much does it cost?
*	What will I get?
*	What will I learn?
*	Who are the course instructors?
*	Where is this taking place?
*	Other questions?

Should I take this course?

The Level 1 Sustainability Course: Foundations in Strategy is designed for
any professional whose goal is to lead or influence sustainability-related
change processes, whether in a sustainability role or not. The only
pre-requisite is an appetite for the skills and tools to more effectively
communicate, plan, influence, and manage sustainability initiatives. As a
graduate, you will be able to explain and begin to apply The
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Step Framework for Strategic Sustainable Development to enable your
business, community, or organization to take a leadership role in
sustainability. 

How much does it cost?

*	Regular price: $700 CDN + tax (registration closes June 4, 2012)
*	Groups of 3 or more: 10% discount
*	Cancellation
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What will I get? 

*	A customized, 1-day workshop (including lunch and refreshments)
*	A comprehensive workbook to use during the workshop and keep for
your reference
*	A 1-year license for our award-winning
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Sustainability 101 eLearning course
*	A certificate of completion from The Natural Step Canada

What will I learn?

You will gain a solid foundation in sustainability concepts and strategy,
share your experiences and challenges, and engage with sustainability
practitioners from a variety of sectors.

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the workshop, you will complete our 1-hour
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Sustainability 101 eLearning course on your own time as an introduction to
the core concepts of The
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Step Framework for Strategic Sustainable Development. All participants will
arrive at the workshop with a shared language and understanding of
sustainability basics, which will enhance our interaction and discussion to
make the most of our time together.

Throughout the day, you will interact closely with your peers, discussing
and presenting your ideas and challenges back to the group. There will also
be ample opportunities to network before and after the course, during
breaks, and over the lunch hour.

Who are the course instructors? 

This course will be led by The Natural Step Canada's experienced
sustainability advisors:

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Karen Miller 

Advisor

Brendan Seale 

Advisor

For additional Information, please contact us by phone or email:

E-mail:  <mailto:training at dgslearningcentre.com>
training at dgslearningcentre.com

Phone: 1 888 289 0711

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Testimonials

"This is exactly what our organization has been looking for. I can easily
see this being used as the foundation of our work on our organization's path
to sustainability."
-Anonymous, Course graduate

"The course offered a good mix of presentation, practice and discussion. I
am surprised and pleased with how robust yet flexible The Natural Step
Framework is and had many 'aha' moments of how this could be applied to my
organization"
-Anonymous, Course graduate

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Courses & Events

CBSR <http://www.creativeunityem.com/link.php?M=47385&N=886&L=1071&F=H>  -
CSR and Social Media (Webinar) 
Thursday, May 31, 2012

Level <http://www.creativeunityem.com/link.php?M=47385&N=886&L=1069&F=H>  1
Sustainability Course: Foundations in Strategy (Toronto, ON) 

Tuesday, Jun 12, 2012

TSSS <http://www.creativeunityem.com/link.php?M=47385&N=886&L=1065&F=H>  -
Bob Willard's "The New Sustainability Advantage" - Book Launch and Workshop
(Toronto, ON)
Wednesday, Jun 20, 2012

IMPACT! <http://www.creativeunityem.com/link.php?M=47385&N=886&L=1070&F=H>
Sustainability Champions Training Program for Emerging Leaders (Edmonton,
AB) 
Thursday, Jun 21, 2012

The <http://www.creativeunityem.com/link.php?M=47385&N=886&L=1066&F=H>
Natural Step Canada's Sustainability Week in Whistler (Whistler, BC) 
Monday, Jul 09, 2012

This event uses 100% renewable energy

The Natural Step Canada's events, courses, and workshops have been
generously supplied with 100% renewable energy by our partner Bullfrog
Power. Learn more about Bullfrog's green electricity option.
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Cancellation policy 

All cancellations must be received in writing. The amount paid, minus a 20%
processing fee, will be refunded for all cancellations received 30 days
prior to the course start date. A refund of 50% of the price paid will be
issued for cancellations received less than 30 days prior to the course
start date. However, no refund will be issued for cancellations received
within 7 days of the course start date. Note that we are not issuing credit
notes at this time but that you may substitute another person if you are
unable to attend.

Please note that we reserve the right to cancel the course within seven days
of the course start date. If the course is cancelled we will provide a full
refund however, we are not responsible for travel and accommodation costs.

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