White Oaks Cares
Conviction
We believe in corporate responsibility and that every effort affects change and fuels the movement for a clean and healthy future for our planet.
Stewardship
As one of the region's largest employers, it is our duty to the community to be a proponent of green initiatives where we work and live.
Sustainability
An adaptive, innovative and forward thinking company is well-positioned for the future and allows continuous improvement of guest experience.
At a glance
Trees Saved
13,410 lbs of paper have been saved so far through participation in the Shred-It certificate program.
New Soap Bars
Through the Clean the World program, we recycle unused toiletry items and plastics, diverting hotel waste from landfills. Last year our efforts contributed to thousands of bars of soap being distributed to those in need across the globe.
Green Lighting
LED lighting has been installed in over 90% of our building, with more lights being switched over every week.
Charge The Car
White Oaks has partnered with Flo to provide our Guests with not one, but SIX Electric Vehicle Charging Stations.
KEYS TO OUR GREEN SUCCESS
Reduced Printing
We send everything electronically, provide digital only paystubs and encourage double-sided printing
Laundry System
Our Ozone laundry system positively impacts the environment by reducing natural gas, water and phosphate emissions (approx 30-40%).
Cut the Motor
We ask that guests not idle cars while waiting and have reminder signs
Lights Out
Our property is full of natural light which cuts down on room light use
The Buzz
Through B-Y's Honey Farm, our Green Team welcomed four hives of Canadian Honeybees to our property. Not only do they help our region by introducing pollinator habitats near farmlands... they also make really good honey.
We also have a butterfly habitat on property, helping to support the declining Monarch population. Every little bit helps these beautiful pollinators on their epic migration journey.
Why Do We Need Them?
Bee and monarch populations have dwindled due to modernized agriculture with pesticides, climate change and deforestation. By helping to expand the population, our food sources and flowers continue to be pollinated and local farmers will continue to be able to grow crops for many years to come without rising operating expenses.
Projects on the Go
At White Oaks we are constantly striving to improve our processes and reduce our footprint by welcoming new green initiatives. Check out some of our more recent ones below and read more detailed reports on some of them in our press release section.
Good Drink
Our retail areas feature GoodDrink bottled beverages, which donates clean water to those in need with every purchase.
Water Program
Our commercial grade Naturizatta filtration system provides chilled and sparkling water and replaces plastic bottles with glass.
