Corporate Social Responsibility Report

Walmart Canada firmed up its national Store Donation Policy in 2010 – providing a clear set of guidelines for stores to support the local Salvation Army.

In the spirit of giving back to our communities, stores are now empowered to make donations consisting of dry grocery, clothing and consumable items – all detailed in our new policy. The Store Donations Program officially started in all Walmart Canada stores on February 1st, 2011.

With literally thousands of products on our shelves, it was critical to create a policy that enables stores and associates to easily identify which products can and cannot be donated.

Increasing product donations

Stores may now make donations from a wide range of products including dry grocery items like cereals, soups, dry pastas and canned fruit, as well as clothing. The policy ensures all donations will be in good condition with an eye to maintaining consistent quality control.

From a sustainability perspective, the Donations Program also enables us to reduce waste costs and ensure perfectly good items are not unnecessarily going to landfill.

Now that the Donations Policy and program are up and running, every Walmart Canada store is now better able to serve the needs of its community where help is needed the most.