Hamilton Convention Centre

Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.

Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.

Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?

Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.

Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?

Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.

Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.

Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.

Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.

At the Hamilton Convention Centre by Carmens, we are deeply committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment, not only within our team but also in the way we serve our clients. Our DEI Committee, part of our People and Culture department, actively promotes the representation and participation of individuals from various backgrounds, including different ages, races, ethnicities, abilities, genders, religions, cultures, and sexual orientations. Our Commitment to DEI: Empowering Our Team: We ensure that our staff undergo comprehensive DEI training, grounded in the principles of the human rights code. This training equips our team with the knowledge and skills necessary to create an inclusive atmosphere, making every interaction respectful and supportive. Client Centric Approach: By embedding DEI into our operational ethos, we guarantee that your events are handled with sensitivity and inclusiveness. We strive to understand and cater to the unique needs of every client, ensuring that your guests feel welcomed and valued regardless of their background.

Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

khawke@hccevents.ca