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Who we are….
The Hamilton Industrial Environmental Association (HIEA), is a non-profit association representing local private sector industries which provides an open forum for community representatives and local associations to discuss environmental concerns regarding their respective communities. HIEA has a strong history of connecting with local neighbourhood association representatives and partnering with the community to fulfill HIEA’s mandate: “to improve the local environment – air, land and water – through joint and individual activities, and by partnering with the community to enhance future understanding of environmental issues and help establish priorities for action.”
HIEA member companies are committed to the conservation and protection of our natural environment. 2007 was an exciting year for HIEA as the association’s industrial membership continued to grow with the addition of 5 new member companies. We are pleased to welcome the following companies to HIEA:
    
Our Environmental Performance….
Each year HIEA member companies participate in a survey that monitors our aggregate environmental performance as it relates to air, water and waste management. The Board of Directors and member companies are pleased to share the results of our 2006 Environmental Survey. A summary of these performance results can be found on page 4 and the complete report can be seen on our website – www.hiea.org
Our Community Support…..
Through financial sponsorship and the volunteer efforts of its member companies, HIEA has contributed $750,000 over the last 5 years in support of local environmental initiatives.
- In 2007, HIEA continues its support of local environmental activities by sponsoring various programs such as:Green Belting Program: planting of dozens of trees that clean the air by removing wind-blown dust and, at the same time, helping beautify neighbourhoods.
- Outdoor Education Program: Each year this funding provides the opportunity for almost 2,500 primary students, teachers and volunteers from the lower-core city schools of the Hamilton- Wentworth District School Board to attend the Dave Brown Outdoor Education Centre Program.
- Sponsorship and interactive educational display at Earth Day activities at the Royal Botanical Gardens
- HIEA awarded its first post-secondary scholarship to Ryan Aitken. Ryan is enrolled in the Environmental Studies Programs at Mohawk College of Applied Arts and Technology. Congratulations Ryan!
Our plans for 2008…..
HIEA member companies are committed to reducing their environmental footprint and by working in partnership with residents and community associations will continue to promote environmental awareness. We will continue to support and provide leadership to initiatives that enhance and protect our local environment.
You’re invited to Join Us …..
As a neighbour to industry, your input is integral to HIEA’s continued success. We welcome your involvement. For more information about how the CAP meetings and other current initiatives, visit www.hiea.org or contact us at 905-561-HIEA or info@hiea.org.
Frank Harrison
Frank Harrison, Chair HIEA Board of Directors
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