A New Test Page Home > A New Test Page Step 1 of 5 20% WELCOME! Thank you for taking the time to complete our annual members survey. Your input is essential to shaping the programs, resources and events PPG creates to support our members. This survey aims to collect information to improve your membership experience, the value you get from our program and the events we offer to reflect your interests. Every company that completes this survey has the chance to win their choice of either one (1) additional Member Spotlight or two (2) tickets to our 2025 Annual Forum entitled "Stories that Matter: Building Buy-in for a Sustainable Future." Please complete this survey by Friday, December 20, 2024. If you have any questions pertaining to the survey, please contact Julia at ppg@trca.ca.Part One: Let's Get to Know YouWhat is the name of your organization?Select one of the following. If you are a consortium member, select only the consortium that you personally sit on:(Required) I am not yet part of a Consortium (General Member) Circular Economy Leaders Consortium Member Energy Leaders Consortium Member Part Two: MembershipPlease rate the following statements: My network has grown as a result of being a PPG member, and it has benefitted my organization(Required)Strongly DisagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agreeNot ApplicableI have learned from / collaborated with other members as a result of being a PPG Member, and it has benefitted my organization(Required)Strongly DisagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agreeNot ApplicableI have gained new knowledge as a result of being a PPG member, and it has benefitted my organization(Required)Strongly DisagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agreeNot ApplicableWe have initiated or advanced sustainability projects as a result of knowledge and networks gained through our membership(Required)Strongly DisagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agreeNot ApplicableWhat were your motivations for becoming (or remaining) a PPG Member? Please drag and drop the statements below in the order of greatest to least motivating (top to bottom)(Required)To gain access to a program (Materials Exchange Program, Recycling Collection Drive, Corporate Flood and Heat Risk, Consortiums)To participate in leadership opportunities (e.g., Executive Management Committee, speaking opportunities)PPG’s network and networking opportunitiesAccess to expert adviceRecognition and profile (e.g., through Member Spotlights)To accelerate your organization’s journey towards sustainabilityLearning and education (workshops, online resources)Support with employee engagement initiatives (e.g., tree plantings, litter clean-ups, People Power Challenge on Demand)If you had additional reasons for joining PPG, please specify.Member Benefits How IMPORTANT are the following member benefits to you?Being part of a community and networking with other sustainability professionals(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantMember Exclusive newsletter(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantEvents (e.g., tours, workshops, webinars etc.)(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantMember pricing on events and training(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantOpportunity to share your successes through case studies, speaking opportunities, and Member Spotlights(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantAccess to PPG General Programs (e.g., Material Exchange, People Power Challenge On Demand)(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantAccess to PPG Consortiums(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantDiscounts to TRCA programs, workshops, and locations(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantFree entry to TRCA venues: The Village at Black Creek, Kortright Centre(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantAccess to Member Only resources(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantMember-only restoration events (e.g., tree plantings, litter clean ups) to engage your staff in sustainability(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantAccess to expert support(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantMember Benefits How SATISFIED are you with the following member benefits? Please rate each benefit:Being part of a community and networking with other sustainability professionals(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantMember Exclusive newsletter(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantEvents (e.g., tours, workshops, webinars etc.)(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantMember pricing on events and training(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantOpportunity to share your successes through case studies, speaking opportunities, and Member Spotlights(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantAccess to PPG General Programs (e.g., Material Exchange, People Power Challenge On Demand)(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantAccess to PPG Consortiums(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantDiscounts to TRCA programs, workshops, and locations(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantFree entry to TRCA venues: The Village at Black Creek, Kortright Centre(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantAccess to Member Only resources(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantMember-only restoration events (e.g., tree plantings, litter clean ups) to engage your staff in sustainability(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantAccess to expert support(Required)Not important at allNot importantNeutralImportantVery importantPlease rate the ease of membership sign-up and renewal:(Required)Extremely DifficultDifficultNeutralEasyExtremely EasyNot Applicable (I'm not responsible for renewal)Please feel free to share suggestions on how the membership sign-up and renewal processes could be improved:What other benefits could be offered to add value to your membership?How could we better support your individual needs and the needs of your organization? In answering this question, please consider general PPG Membership, as well as any Consortium you participate in. If referring to a Consortium, please indicate which one. Part Three: CommunicationsDo you receive our General, Events, and/or Member Exclusive PPG newsletters? Yes No If you don't currently receive our newsletter please email ppg@trca.ca to be added to the relevant mailing list. If yes, please rate our newsletters based on the following:Not very satisfiedNot satisfiedNeutralSatisfiedVery satisfiedFrequencyLength Relevance of contentWhat factors make attending an in-person event worthwhile? (select all that apply)(Required) Convenient and accessible location Networking opportunities that feel more personal or impactful Hands-on or interactive activities not available virtually Opportunities to explore or engage with physical spaces (e.g., tours, exhibits) A chance to connect with speakers or facilitators in person High-quality catering or refreshments Other (please specify) Select AllIf you selected "Other" in the previous question please specify:In what ways have you used the PPG website? (select all that apply)(Required) Accessed Members Only resources Accessed publicly available resources such as case studies My organization has collaborated with PPG to share our successes through case studies or Member Spotlights Used the website to find information about events or register for them Reviewed member benefits, perks, or available programs I have not used the PPG website Which of the features below would you like to see available to members on our website?(Required) Option to add/update areas of interest to see curated content Curated list of suggested events based on my interests Curated list of news and resources based on my interests Searchable (opt-in) database of current members' contact information and areas of expertise List of my registered events (upcoming and past) Registration link for group events, to easily invite and manage group participants List of my colleagues who have registered for PPG account Online renewal and payment option through Members’ Dashboard Other (please specify) Select AllIf you selected "Other" in the previous question please specify:Where do you get information about PPG (select all that apply)?(Required) PPG newsletters PPG’s LinkedIn page or posts PPG Website Word of mouth Direct emails from PPG staff Other (please specify) Select AllIf you selected "Other" in the previous question please specify:What is the most effective or preferred way for you to receive updates about PPG news and events?What types of content or resources would you like PPG to provide to support your organization? Please include both the topic (e.g., Climate Risk Assessment, Zero-Waste Packaging) and the preferred format (e.g., webinar, template, guide, workshop). Part Four: Consortium QuestionsPlease rate the extent to which you gained NEW KNOWLEDGE as a result of participating in the Circular Economy Leaders Consortium (CEC):No new knowledgeVery little knowledgeSome knowledgeA lot of knowledgeDid you ENHANCE an EXISTING project through participating in the CEC? If so, please describe the project and how participation in the CEC helped you enhance it:Did you implement a NEW waste reduction/diversion initiative in your organization as a direct result of participating in the CEC? If yes, please indicate how many and describe them:Please rate the extent to which you collaborated with other members as a result of participating in the CEC:No collaborationLimited collaborationSome collaborationA lot of collaborationCEC Collaboration Please indicate if you have COLLABORATED on any of the following projects with other CEC members including sharing feedback/lessons learned on similarly implemented waste initiatives/technology:Reusable Foodware – Friendlier(Required) Yes No If yes, please describe the name of the CEC member organization(s), status of the initiative, and how the member(s) helped:(Required)Procurement Practices(Required) Yes No If yes, please describe the name of the CEC member organization(s), status of the initiative, and how the member(s) helped:(Required)Repair Cafes(Required) Yes No If yes, please describe the name of the CEC member organization(s), status of the initiative, and how the member(s) helped:(Required)Internal Furniture Rehome Program(Required) Yes No If yes, please describe the name of the CEC member organization(s), status of the initiative, and how the member(s) helped:(Required)Oscar Sort(Required) Yes No If yes, please describe the name of the CEC member organization(s), status of the initiative, and how the member(s) helped:(Required)Bin Sensors(Required) Yes No If yes, please describe the name of the CEC member organization(s), status of the initiative, and how the member(s) helped:(Required)Other(Required) Yes No If yes, please describe the name of the CEC member organization(s), status of the initiative, and how the member(s) helped:(Required)CEC Experiences Please rate your experience with each of the following session types - please indicate "N/A" if you did not attend at least two sessions. Virtual education sessions – (5 sessions –Circular Procurement Advanced Workshop Part I & II, Scope 3 Journey with Unity Health Toronto, Fostering Collaborative Leadership Part I & II)N/ANot satisfiedSomewhat SatisfiedSatisfiedVery SatisfiedIn-person facility tours (3 tours – City of Mississauga, University Health Network, Sheridan College)N/ANot satisfiedSomewhat SatisfiedSatisfiedVery SatisfiedRoundtable discussions (2 sessions - January, August)N/ANot satisfiedSomewhat SatisfiedSatisfiedVery SatisfiedPlease rate the extent to which you gained NEW KNOWLEDGE as a result of participating in the Energy Leaders Consortium?No new knowledgeVery little knowledgeSome knowledgeA lot of knowledgeDid you ENHANCE an EXISTING project through participating in the ELC? Yes No If yes, please describe the project and how participation in the ELC helped you enhance it.Did you implement a NEW energy management/efficiency or GHG emission reduction initiative in your organization as a direct result of participating in the ELC? Yes No If yes, please indicate how many and describe them:Please indicate whether you have COLLABORATED with other ELC members to initiate or enhance an initiative including sharing feedback/lessons learned on similarly implemented energy initiatives/technology. Please describe the name of the ELC member organization(s), status of the initiative, and how the members helped.ELC Experiences Please rate your experience with each of the following session types - please indicate "N/A" if you did not attend at least two sessions.Virtual education sessions – (5 sessions – Energy Models and Baseline with PDSB, CDP & SBTi, Electrification with Alectra Energy Solutions, Fostering Collaborative Leadership Part I & II)N/ANot satisfiedSomewhat SatisfiedSatisfiedVery SatisfiedIn-person facility tours (4 tours – EV Net, GTAA Hydrogen Fueling Station, Maple Leaf Foods HEX Project, Humber College SWITCH)N/ANot satisfiedSomewhat SatisfiedSatisfiedVery SatisfiedRoundtable discussions (3 sessions - February, April, December)N/ANot satisfiedSomewhat SatisfiedSatisfiedVery Satisfied Part Five: ExitWe invite you to share a testimonial about your experience with PPG in 2024. What did you gain from being part of our general membership and/or our Consortiums? PPG will use this testimonial for promotional purposes. We appreciate your input. Note: if you are speaking about a Consortium, please specify which one.Is there anything else you would like to share?Would you like to book some time with PPG staff to discuss anything in more detail? We are happy to set up a call to meet with you and/or your team. Please provide your email address if you would like to discuss anything further.NameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
