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  1. We are WSP
  2. Who We Are
  3. Corporate Responsibility
  4. Communities

Bringing Positive Change to Communities

Our trusted professionals are united by the common purpose of creating positive and long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion.

Our Approach

As a global company, we are actively participating in the development of local communities and recognizing the collective rights of these communities. Through our projects, our employees’ commitments and our corporate activities, we strive to contribute positively to the places where we live and operate.

Our teams bring global expertise to their local communities, dare to challenge the status quo, collaborate with and learn from others, and are empowered to turn challenges into opportunities.

 

We want to bring positive change to the communities in which we live and work. WSP thus aims to be at the forefront of the transition to a more equitable, inclusive and low-carbon world.
Alexandre L’Heureux President and CEO

Community Initiatives

Our employees are committed to giving back to the communities where they live and work. Our efforts are directed in the form of investments, partnerships and pro bono expertise, all guided by the passion of our people We are proud to share some initiatives demonstrating how we supported our communities across the globe in 2021.

For additional information, including some examples, please read our 2021 Global ESG report.

Read our latest ESG Report

Building Thriving Communities

WSP’s belief is that, for societies to thrive, we must all hold ourselves accountable for tomorrow. Our Global ESG Statement states that we will give back to the communities where we live and work with time and resources. Our efforts are directed in the form of investments, partnerships and pro-bono expertise, all guided by the passion of our people.

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Great Places, for Life

On a business front, we launched a global initiative called Great Places, for Life which provides a clear direction to planning communities that are ready for the future. Our collaborative and holistic approach is based on six principles:

  1. Access and resilience
    We plan places that are prepared for shocks and stresses, to provide everyone with the foundations of health. 

  2. Belonging and inclusiveness
    Being part of a community isn’t just about living in the same place. 

  3. Economic and cultural prosperity
    We believe that the best foundation for success is to build on what’s already there. 

  4. Balance with nature
    Human health is inextricably linked with the health of our planet.  

  5. Active, connected communities
    Our teams embed social, physical and digital connectivity to broaden horizons whilst boosting mobility, health and cohesion. 

  6. Listening and sharing what we’ve learned
    Health creation is a collaborative endeavour. 
Read more about our Great Places, for Life initiative
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Projects with purpose