https://blogs.ubc.ca/melodylin/2013/10/07/tim-hortons-vows-faster-service-to-fend-off-rivals/

It is stated in this post that Tim Horton’s can only continue to be a leader in the fast food market if it can cut down on wait times both at drive-throughs and in restaurant. I believe this to be too general of a statement when considering the Canadian icon’s reputation. The only reason the lines are so long is because people are willing to wait for their food, showing that the quality is worth the wait. While it is true that the threat of substitutes is increasing, Timmy’s has a loyal customer base that should keep the business a leader in this industry. It was said that the company offers too much variety of products, while at the same time saying “stand-out” items need to be introduced. This is slightly contradictory; why waste resources on a whole new product rather than simply become more efficient at producing existing ones? Tim Horton’s has become a Canadian classic, and while there may be areas to improve on, I do not think the company will be going anywhere anytime soon.

http://www.chamber.ca/media/blog/131108-Western-Canadas-Tide-Is-Lifting-Boats-Across-the-Country/

The idea of “out of province, out of mind” presented in this blog about the impact of Western Canada’s oil and gas industry is a fair statement. Often, other provinces do not think about how they are being influenced by the West, and even resent the prosperity that oil and gas has given to the western provinces. However, I believe the door swings both ways; the western provinces often do not realize the impact the East has on them. Eastern Canada has several industry such as fishing and the automotive industry that bring wealth into the country, where it is redistributed across the nation. It is also stated in the referenced post that people are more aware of things happening in America than on the other side of their own nation; this too, is true. I believe this is because America has large projects that could have a larger influence directly, rather than a smaller Canadian change that may have a mediocre effect. The ignorance of some provinces does create problems, however. This ignorance of the fact that the oil industry helps eastern provinces creates dissonance within the country as the East resents the West’s prosperity.

Photo: http://homeiswheretheenergyis.wordpress.com/2011/11/29/canadians-eyeing-non-u-s-oil-negotiations/

First off, what is social responsibility? It is commonly defined as “an ethical theory that any entity has an obligation to act to benefit society at large.” At Kellogg, work is being done to help individuals directly as well as the world at large. They aim to give over one billion snacks and breakfasts to families in need by 2016, hoping to help reduce world hunger. As a member of the Consumer Goods Forum (CGF), they are a part of a pledge to have zero net deforestation by 2020, meaning that for every tree cut down, another is planted. Their commitment to the global community starts with their supply chain, which is free of forced labour and all employees are paid at least minimum wage. Goals set by Kellogg include reducing energy and water use and greenhouse gas gas emissions by 15-20% from 2005 to 2015, and decrease wastes sent to the landfill by 20%. This commitment to the global community is an essential component of sustainability. Imagine a world in 200 years if no companies were willing to be sustainable, and ask yourself if you’re okay with your grandchildren living there.

http://crr.kelloggcompany.com/en_US/corporate-responsibility/environment/sustainable-packaging.html

http://crr.kelloggcompany.com/en_US/corporate-responsibility/hunger-relief/case-study-from-food-waste-to-food-rescue.html