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Enriching the lives of Manitobans 2018/19 Corporate Available in Responsibility Report alternate formats upon request
INTROD UCTION 02 NE X T CH A P TER Introduction Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries enriches the lives of Manitobans by making the greatest possible contribution to the economic and social well-being of our province. In addition to the products and services we offer, the money we earn stays in Manitoba and is used to support provincial programs and initiatives that touch the people who live here. Our strong commitment to corporate responsibility drives everything we do – from how we run our business, to how we serve our customers and communities. About this report We are reporting in accordance with the disclosures developed by the GRI, we This is our second corporate responsibility Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards have included disclosures that are specific report, covering business activities in our Core option. The Standards are widely to our sector and reflect metrics we use to liquor, cannabis, gaming and entertain- used around the world to help organiza- measure our continued progress. ment lines of business during our 2018/19 tions report consistently and transparently For more information, please see our fiscal year that ended on March 31, 2019. on their most critical economic, environ- 2018/19 Annual Report, available on our All financial data are in Canadian dollars. mental and social priorities, performance website. and impacts. A GRI content index is included in this document for easy Front cover: reference to specific topics within the Supporting employee report and on our website. In addition to volunteerism throughout our communities. Table of 03 05 About us Message from the President & CEO contents 06 07 Message from the Chair Materiality and boundaries 08 Operating responsibly 14 Making significant economic contributions 19 Strengthening local communities 24 Focusing on customer well-being 32 Being good business partners Links to external websites 38 Reducing our environmental footprint throughout this document 42 Being a great place to work are provided as a conven- 49 Engaging stakeholders ience. Inclusion of a link does 53 GRI content index not imply our endorsement 70 Contact us of the linked site. M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
A BOUT US 03 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER About us 3 Gaming and First Nations casinos entertainment (Aseneskak, Sand Hills, 2 South Beach) Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries is a Crown corporation of the Province Casinos of Winnipeg* of Manitoba. We distribute and sell liquor, provide 1 gaming and entertainment experiences Gaming centre (Shark Club Gaming Centre)** 65 Liquor in Manitoba, and source and distribute Liquor Mart and Liquor non-medical cannabis to private retailers Mart Express stores* in the province. 1 Our core mandate is to provide revenue Online gaming site 232 (PlayNow.com)** Hotel beer vendors to the Province of Manitoba to support provincial programs and initiatives in areas 171 such as health care, education, social services, housing and infrastructure. 460 21 Cannabis Video Lottery Terminal Liquor vendors Retailers We employ more than 3,300 people in (VLT) sites Liquor Marts, Casinos of Winnipeg, Shark Club Gaming Centre, our liquor distribution centre, multi-use warehouses 8 900 Specialty wine stores and corporate offices in Winnipeg, Brandon and Morris. Lottery ticket retailers 4 (Lotto Spot) Duty-free 1,540 Restaurants and bars (on-premises) * O wned/leased, * O wned/leased, staffed and staffed operated and operated by Manitoba by Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Liquor & Lotteries ** S taffed and operated in part or whole by Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
A BOUT US 04 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER Accreditations and memberships Accreditations/designations Memberships Information and Communication Advertising Association of Winnipeg Technologies Association of Manitoba BOMA Manitoba Institute of Corporate Directors – National Business Chambers & Provincial Chapter -- Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce International Entertainment Buyers -- Assiniboine Chamber of Commerce Association -- Manitoba Chamber of Commerce Interprovincial Lottery Corporation (ILC) -- St. Boniface Chamber of Commerce ILC Canadian Responsible Gambling -- Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce Association Canadian Association of Importers Manitoba Employment Equity Practitioners & Exporters Association Canadian Association of Liquor Manitoba Music Jurisdictions Manitoba Restaurant and Foodservices Canadian Centre for Diversity and Association Inclusion Manitoba Safety Council Canadian Country Music Association Master Brewers Association of the Canadian Malting Barley Technical Centre Americas Canadian Partnership for Responsible Multi-Material Stewardship Manitoba Gambling QNET Manitoba Quality Network Canadian Payroll Association Quest International User Group Gaming Security Professionals of Canada Restaurants Canada Gaming Standards Association Retail Council of Canada Gartner Skål International Winnipeg Chapter Governance Professionals of Canada M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
MES SAG E FROM THE PR ESID ENT 05 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER & CEO Message from the President & CEO I am very pleased to present our second corporate responsibility report. It’s been a year with some notable achievements, including our new designation as a Fair Trade Workplace from Fairtrade Canada, and once again recognition as one of Manitoba’s top employers. These accomplishments are a credit to our organization, a reflection of the public’s confidence in what we do, and an indication of what can be achieved when we all pull together to ensure we are living up to our promise of enriching the lives of Manitobans. A significant challenge in 2018/19 was the Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries has a strong Even before I took the position as introduction of non-medical cannabis into track record in building productive and President & CEO, I was proud to our product portfolio. Our new cannabis collaborative relationships with its part- be part of an organization that so readily department worked diligently to build ners. This year was no exception. As you’ll embraced the principles and practices relationships with cannabis producers, read in this report, our Liquor Mart team of corporate responsibility. Through the retailers and Health Canada, and to did excellent work to support the growth policies and governance structure that expand our relationship with the Liquor, of local businesses. Our community rela- are now in place, I am confident the Gaming and Cannabis Authority of tions team continued to find creative ways organization’s corporate responsibility Manitoba (LGCA). I congratulate our to let our communities know how much commitments will carry on after I depart management team, and their teams, for they matter to us through sponsorships this year and allow the organization to pulling together to realize this significant such as Pride Winnipeg, Festival du make a lasting and positive impact in the milestone for our business. Voyageur, TD Winnipeg International lives of Manitobans. Jazz Festival and Dauphin’s Countryfest. Our social responsibility team executed meaningful ways to share GameSense Peter Hak and DrinkSense information to our President & CEO customers. These are just a few examples that illustrate the power of taking a strategic and integrated approach to Peter Hak President & CEO corporate responsibility. M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
MES SAG E FROM THE CH A IR 06 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER Message from the Chair I am honoured to be the new Chair of Manitoba Liquor & We inform our customers on how to use Achieving our goals requires a steady Lotteries, an organization that I have long respected for its our products and services in a responsible focus on customer satisfaction, fiscal manner, build strong business partner- responsibility and continuous improve- commitment to corporate responsibility and accountability. ships, engage in meaningful ways with ment. These are key priorities for the We have a mandate and responsibility to make the greatest communities across the province, provide board of directors going forward. possible contribution to the economic and social well- a healthy workplace and learning I look forward to working with the manage- being of our province, and in this way, enrich the lives of opportunities for employees and ensure ment team to make our corporation – our environmental footprint is as small Manitobans. I am very proud that every dollar we generate and our province – even stronger and to as possible. These are not only civic in profit is a dollar that can be invested by the Province of keep Manitobans’ trust and confidence in responsibilities, they are foundational everything we do. Manitoba into programs supporting health care, education aspects of a sustainable business. It’s a and other key services. big challenge, and I have every confidence the management team will continue to Randy Williams execute on our strategic plan to deliver Chair, Board of Directors on our promises to Manitobans. Randy Williams Chair, Board of Directors M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
M ATERIA LIT Y A ND BOUNDA RIES 07 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER Materiality and boundaries This report is structured around seven areas that are material to our business. We identified these areas for our first corporate responsibility report last year after consulting with a wide range of stakeholders. Materiality Engaging stakeholders The following material aspects present the We engage regularly with a wide variety greatest potential impacts to our business: of Manitobans to ensure we’re focused on the right things – appreciating that different groups have different priorities and have different expectations of us. A summary of our 2018/19 engagement activities and key topics can be found on page 48. We also held our three annual Operating Making significant public meetings in Winnipeg, Portage responsibly economic contributions la Prairie and Swan River to report on our activities and answer questions from the communities we serve. This meets The Crown Corporations Governance and Accountability Act and gives us the opportunity to engage directly with Manitobans. Strengthening local Focusing on customer Being good communities well-being business partners Reducing our Being a great place environmental footprint to work M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
OPER ATING R ESPONSIBLY 08 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER Operating responsibly We allocate 2% of anticipated annual net income to social responsibility initiatives that promote responsible gambling, liquor and cannabis consumption, as well as research and treatment programs. M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
OPER ATING R ESPONSIBLY 09 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER Defining corporate responsibility Governance In this report, we use the term “corporate We distribute and sell liquor, provide Our approach responsibility” in a broad sense to include economic, environmental and social practices and impacts. We use “social gaming and entertainment experiences in Manitoba, and source and distribute non-medical cannabis to private retailers responsibility” to refer to the impact our in the province. products have on our customers. Our We are a Crown corporation formed social responsibility includes information per The Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries for customers and funding for addiction Corporation Act. We operate under the We work to earn the trust and respect of customers, business treatment and research. conditions set by The Liquor, Gaming and partners, employees and the public through responsible Cannabis Control Act, and regulations Corporate responsibility committee business decisions and corporate commitments. including Video Lottery Regulation and Our corporate responsibility committee: Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Regulation. • implements our corporate responsibility We consider the impacts of our policy and commitments; Our net income is remitted to the Province economic, social and environmental • coordinates an approach to corporate of Manitoba. To fund capital projects, we activities and aim to continuously responsibility that aligns with our borrow from the Province under the terms improve our performance. business priorities; and of The Loan Act. To honour this commitment: • champions corporate responsibility, Through The Manitoba Liquor and • we adopt leading practices and making it part of our corporate values Lotteries Corporation Act we are required standards validated by audits and culture. to allocate 2% of annual anticipated net and accreditations; Committee members include: income to social responsibility initiatives • we conduct research on an ongoing • Vice President, Corporate Services that promote responsible basis to ensure our products, services, (Chair) gambling and responsible liquor and marketing and advertising respond to • Chief Financial Officer cannabis consumption, as well as consumer expectations for choice, • Vice President, Marketing & research and treatment programs. quality, value and social responsibility, Communications and reflect current and evolving Our social responsibility commitment is • Vice President, Human Resources market trends; and fulfilled in several ways including: • Corporate Secretary & Executive • we promote a culture of integrity and • customer information and social Director, Cannabis ethical behaviour where employees responsibility marketing initiatives to • Director, Corporate Responsibility are empowered to do the right thing. inform our customers about low-risk, The Strategic Business • Director, Liquor Strategy & Development sensible ways to use our products; Planning Committee • Director, Strategic Gaming Development brings all corners of the • funding for addiction treatment and corporation together to support providers such as the identify and prioritize Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM) initiatives. and Marymound; and • research related to responsible gambling and responsible liquor and cannabis consumption. M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
OPER ATING R ESPONSIBLY 10 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER Regulatory framework Provincial regulator Suppliers Operators Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Electronic gaming devices, lottery Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Cannabis Authority of Manitoba products, online games, table games Casinos of Winnipeg, PlayNow.com, Retailers Liquor Marts Liquor Gaming Specialty wine stores, beer vendors, VLT siteholders, lottery ticket retailers, rural liquor vendors, bars and restaurants First Nations casinos Federal regulators Suppliers Health Canada Cannabis growers Canadian Food Inspection Agency Liquor manufacturers Operators Financial Transactions and Reports Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries Gaming Analysis Centre of Canada Casinos of Winnipeg, PlayNow.com VLT siteholders with 50+ machines, First Nations casinos Management structure Corporate Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries is overseen by Secretary & a board consisting of at least six and not Executive Director more than ten members appointed by Cannabis Executive Vice President Vice President the Lieutenant Governor in Council. Our Gaming & Entertainment Corporate Services Corporate Responsibility department is part of Corporate Services. Executive Vice President Vice President The corporate responsibility committee Liquor Operations Marketing & Communications submits reports on corporate respons- Board of President Directors & CEO ibility outcomes and compliance at least Chief Financial Officer Vice President once a year through the strategy, planning Finance Human Resources and governance committee of the board of directors. Vice President Executive Information Technology Services Director Internal Audit M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
OPER ATING R ESPONSIBLY 11 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER Our statement of purpose Collaborative Better together – We work together in an open, respectful way to produce and deliver outstanding results. Enrich the lives of Manitobans. Manitoba Liquor & Our Values Lotteries strives to make the greatest possible contribution We aspire to live these values in all that we to the economic and social well-being of our province. do to enrich the lives of Manitobans. Key elements Perform profitably and sustainably. Creative Sound business practices that strengthen Courage to explore – We foster an our profitability – allowing us to maximize environment of idea sharing, continuous the funding available for health care, Caring learning and improvement, and push education and other services Everyone matters – We care about each beyond what we have today to what is Manitobans rely on. other, our communities and the environ- possible tomorrow. Champion innovation. A vibrant owner- ment by being genuine, responsible and ship culture that celebrates innovation – considerate. supporting and challenging our employees to continuously improve all aspects of our operations. Be progressive. Products and experien- Customer focused ces that keep pace with evolving Great experiences – We listen to our preferences and market trends – ensuring Committed internal and external customers so Manitobans’ expectations for choice, Keep promises – We take pride and we can anticipate, understand and quality, value and social responsibility ownership in making and meeting respond to their needs. are consistently exceeded. our commitments. Engage Manitobans. Meaningful relationships with Manitobans – engaging Manitobans both as customers and citizens to ensure all aspects of our operations reflect the needs, expectations and interests of those to whom we are ultimately accountable. M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
OPER ATING R ESPONSIBLY 12 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER Key policies, programs and procedures We work to protect and sustain communities and individuals that are affected by our activities. In everything we do, we aim to do the right thing for our customers, employees, business partners, suppliers and communities across Manitoba. Environmental and social considerations are embedded into many of our corporate policies and in departmental policies and procedures (corporate strategic plan, code of conduct, procure-to-pay policy, business planning process) to achieve environmental and social results. We also have robust policies and procedures related to cybersecurity, designed to protect our customers’ private information. M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
OPER ATING R ESPONSIBLY 13 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER Here are a few of the corporate Key policies, programs Description and procedures policies, programs and procedures that guide our activities: Accessibility policy • Ensures equal access and participation for people with disabilities in accordance with The Accessibility for Manitobans Act and related regulations and current provincial legislation. Anti-money laundering policy • Outlines our responsibilities under the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act for gaming and informs employees of their obligations for compliance. • We are mandated to prepare large or suspicious transaction reports, which are submitted to the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) and to identify patrons who conduct transactions over $10,000 in a 24-hour period. Corporate responsibility policy • Commits us to apply the idea of corporate responsibility in the broadest way possible, including the need to protect and sustain: the public interest and good; communities and individuals that are directly and indirectly affected by our activities; the natural environment; employees; clients; suppliers and vendors. • Requires that management report on corporate responsibility outcomes and compliance no less frequently than annually. • Requires that management incorporate corporate responsibility into all business decisions, and makes the resources available to accomplish them. Employee code of conduct • Sets out minimum expectations for all employees related to business ethics and integrity (including privacy and conflicts of interest), human rights, labour standards, the environment and anti-corruption. • Requires that employees report all violations of the code to the person they report to, or the Vice President, Human Resources. • Breach of the code may result in disciplinary action up to and including dismissal. French language services policy • Sets out our requirements under The Francophone Community Enhancement and Support Act, which establishes administrative structures and tools used to serve the francophone community. Procurement policies • Supplier code of conduct sets out the ethical work expectations for companies that supply products and services to us, and ensures they support international labour laws and human rights along the supply chain. • Incorporates the principles and guidelines of the Climate and Green Plan. • Procure-to-pay policy emphasizes the principles of fairness, transparency and sustainability. Product integrity • We meet or exceed regulatory requirements for all products. For more information, see GRI, pages 67-68. Public meetings • The Crown Corporations Governance and Accountability Act requires us to hold three annual public meetings to report on our activities and results and give the public the opportunity to ask questions and voice concerns. Whistleblower protection policy • Includes a process through which employees can report serious and significant wrongdoings observed in the workplace without fear of reprisal. Workplace diversity and inclusion • Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries is committed to having a workforce that is inclusive and represents the diversity of the population it serves. Among other things, the policy requires us to: -- identify and eliminate barriers to equal and equitable employment and career development; and -- advance diversity within all levels of the company by developing a corporate diversity strategy aimed at attracting and retaining employees who strengthen diversity in the corporation. M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
M A KING SIG NIFICA NT 14 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER ECON OMIC CONTRIBUTIONS Making significant economic contributions We are proud that our $616.1 million contribution to the Province of Manitoba was our strongest result ever. M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
M A KING SIG NIFICA NT 15 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER ECON OMIC CONTRIBUTIONS All our lines of business provide revenue • Lottery retailers operating in grocery and for the Province of Manitoba and stimulate convenience stores, kiosks, gas bars Our approach economic activity in communities across and other businesses the province. A major driver of profitability • Commercial VLT siteholders operating and growth in our business is our cus- licensed beverage rooms in hotels tomers’ disposable household income. and legions We compete against other entertainment • First Nations VLT siteholders on options available to Manitobans for those reserve lands same dollars. • First Nations casinos on reserve lands We strive to make the greatest possible contribution to • Cannabis retailers Beyond the revenues that we return to the the economic and social well-being of our province. government, our operations integrate local Our success depends on the people businesses in almost every Manitoba com- who work for us. We provide full and part munity. Products like lottery tickets and time employment opportunities for more cannabis are sold through independent than 3,300 people in the province, and businesses. VLTs are found in privately-run indirect employment for hundreds of licensed establishments. Most beer is sold partners, suppliers and local businesses. through hotel beer vendors, and in some In fiscal 2018/19, employee wages and rural communities wine and spirits are sold benefits totalled $170.6 million. We are through private vendors. There are also proud to be recognized as one of several private wine stores in Winnipeg. Manitoba’s top employers. Manitoba’s model has been proven to The audit & finance committee of the deliver competitively priced, quality prod- board of directors reviews our financial ucts and services while maintaining social results on a quarterly basis. Audited responsibility. Our point-of-sale business financial statements are included in our partners include: annual report. • Beer vendors in hotels • Liquor vendors in rural areas where it is not feasible for us to open a corporately-run Liquor Mart location • Specialty wine stores and specialty food and wine stores • Restaurants, bars and tap-rooms that serve alcohol 63% Employees and their families Of Manitobans value our economic volunteering at Winnipeg Harvest Food Bank. contributions to the province. Survey conducted by Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
M A KING SIG NIFICA NT 16 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER ECON OMIC CONTRIBUTIONS Our performance Total revenue Allocation to the Province of Manitoba 2018/19 Net income (in thousands) $1,434.8 million $616.1 million 2018/19 2018/19 $278,164 Liquor $1,417.7 million $610.4 million $74,168 Casinos 2017/18 2017/18 $3,361 Cannabis In support of provincial programs and $61,379 $199,003 Lottery Video Lotto initiatives related to health care, education, social services, housing and infrastructure. Partners Local communities $98.0 million $18.9 million $2.2 million Manitoba hotel and restaurant industry Lottery retailers Community sponsorships $61.8 million $18.3 million First Nations VLT siteholders Private liquor retailers Social responsibility Allocations for commissions, contributions, margins, $12.6 million and handling fees. Two percent of anticipated annual net income to support responsible gambling, responsible liquor and cannabis consumption, as well as research and treatment programs. M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
M A KING SIG NIFICA NT 17 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER ECON OMIC CONTRIBUTIONS KE Y INITIATIVES Partnerships are a growth opportunity Morley Miyake and There’s a reason why Morley Miyake and Loretta Klassen-Miyake’s Loretta Klassen-Miyake, Polo Park Shopping lottery kiosk in the Polo Park Shopping Centre has been the Centre lottery kiosk. top retailer in Manitoba for the past five years based on sales. Morley and Loretta consider Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries to be business partners, reaching Make that three reasons. Morley chalks his success up to a strong out to commercial gaming lottery representatives husband-wife team, a well-trained employee team, and a great for help with everything from renovation advice to promotional material to the prizes they hand account team at Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries. out on customer appreciation days. KE Y INITIATIVES “The commercial gaming lottery team helped New Liquor Distribution Centre us grow our business from one to seven kiosks in Winnipeg and Brandon, where we serve addresses warehouse about 700,000 customers every year,” says Morley. “We are humbled and very grateful for capacity issues Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries’ partnership.” Morley’s sentiments are echoed by the husband and wife team at Freedom Foods in Landmark, 30 kilometres southeast of Winnipeg. Like the A former grocery distribution centre will soon Miyakes, Ron and Andrea Trudeau’s business allow us to address the warehouse capacity has been on a growth curve since 2002, shortages, and associated retail delivery when they bought Freedom Foods from the challenges, of our current liquor distribution previous owners. centre in Winnipeg. “We’ve gone from operating a convenience The new distribution centre, located close to store and fuel station to adding on a pizza store, Winnipeg International Airport, was secured coffee bistro and ice cream parlour, to renovating under an innovative lease agreement that again last year so that we could offer our cus- allows us to expand into adjacent space when tomers liquor and beer,” says Andrea. “We knew needed to accommodate future growth. The nothing about selling alcohol, in what has histor- upgrades are consistent with Manitoba’s green ically been a dry part of the province. Manitoba building policies. Liquor & Lotteries’ support has been priceless.” The distribution centre is a busy place. Each year Andrea says her commercial gaming lottery about three million cases of liquor – boxes of spirits, wine and more – are shipped to locations WATCH THE VIDEO representative has consistently gone the extra across the province. On our website mile for them as they prepared to open the new part of the store. “He answered our questions about the types of products we might sell and helped us find suitable equipment. Since we Freedom Foods, opened, he visits us on a regular basis to share Landmark Manitoba product updates and specials. He’s doing whatever he can to help us grow our business. It’s like we’re all in this together.” M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
M A KING SIG NIFICA NT 18 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER ECON OMIC CONTRIBUTIONS “ Social media channels and online informa- tion sources allow consumers to educate Looking ahead themselves on company core values and Enriching the lives of business practices before making pur- Manitobans means chases. Increasingly, consumers expect responding to consumer the companies they follow online to dem- interests, helping customers onstrate responsible operating practices use products responsibly, and address social and environmental and supporting communities issues related to their industry. in ways that go beyond We compete for our customers’ discretionary dollars and Knowing this, our strategic planning returning profits to the time. There are a significant number of entertainment process starts with an assessment of the Province of Manitoba. ” and leisure options like sports, theatre, special events, and current environment to understand the impacts on our business. This research, travel for Manitobans to choose from. We have to work along with our statement of purpose and Bev Mehmel hard to earn consumers’ confidence and remain their associated strategic elements, have been Director, Corporate Responsibility preferred entertainment choice. used to draft corporate goals. These Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries goals and objectives form the basis of our annual business planning and budgeting process. The corporate strategic plan will also Corporate target incorporate direction from the Minister 2019/20 2020/21 2021/22 of Crown Services that will continue to Increase the number of Manitobans 65% 67% 69% require us “…to [work toward] reducing red who are aware of and value tape, providing quality service, strength- Liquor & Lotteries’ contributions ening accountability and delivering value to the Province of Manitoba for the money that Manitobans invest in all government services.” KE Y INITIATIVES Located in McPhillips Station Casino and Loft 180 demonstrates the same commitment designed in a loft-style setting, Loft 180 to local and sustainable products as our other Lift-off at is a departure from typical casino food and entertainment – offering cocktails and local venues. Ninety percent of the menu contains at least one local ingredient, such as Dunn-Rite Loft 180 craft beer, live entertainment and interactive gaming to customers who might otherwise chicken, Manitoba beef and Peak of the Market vegetables. Fairtrade certified coffee, tea, sugar not visit a casino. It’s a concept that’s and chocolate are also featured. catching on with our customers: having launched in November, it earned revenues of more than $2.0 million by the end of the fiscal year. Loft 180 at McPhillips Station Casino. M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
STR ENGTHENING LO CA L 19 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER COMMUNITIES Strengthening local communities Fifty-seven percent of Manitobans value our support for community events across the province. M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
STR ENGTHENING LO CA L 20 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER COMMUNITIES Our contribution to Manitoba’s commun- Sponsorship programs: ities begins well before profits are returned General Sponsorships Our approach to the Province of Manitoba in support of priority government programs. The Community Festivals odds are that we’ve had a hand in making Golf Tournaments one or more of your favourite community Donation programs: events a success through sponsorship and volunteer support. Several programs Coin Boxes leverage our corporation’s unique exper- Employee Charity of Choice tise and resources to help many things in Used Assets Eighty-seven percent of our employees say they are your neighbourhood come to life. Used Playing Cards proud that we make a positive contribution to Manitoba Prize Donations communities through our community investment Our community support programs fall into two program areas – sponsorships and initiatives. When Manitoba’s communities are strong Registered charities and non-profit donations. Sponsorships include every- and vibrant, we all benefit. thing from major international and national organizations in Manitoba are eligible events hosted by Manitoba, to well-known for sponsorships. Each application is events that are a tradition in our province, assessed for its alignment with our to community festivals like rodeos and core business interests and capacity agricultural fairs, plus charitable to promote quality of life in Manitoba golf tournaments. through support of arts, sport, culture and community, health, social causes, sustainability, diversity and inclusion. Our second program area, donations, sees used office equipment and playing cards go to charitable and non-profit Volunteers at a Manitoba Liquor organizations, provides for coin boxes & Lotteries sponsored Rainbow in Liquor Marts to accept customer Stage event. donations, and facilitates employee giving to charities. These programs allow us to build brand awareness, Hear Alain Dumonceaux, Director of strengthen our relationships within the Food & Beverage & Events, speak community, and enhance the quality about the value of volunteerism. of life in Manitoba. WATCH THE VIDEO On our website M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
STR ENGTHENING LO CA L 21 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER COMMUNITIES Enriching the lives of Manitobans Our performance We contribute to communities across Manitoba in many ways – everything from community event sponsorships to corporate and in-kind donations. Altogether, it adds up to a stronger Manitoba. Community events Festivals $2.2 million Sponsorships Employee 5,400 charity of Volunteer hours $107,800 choice United Way and All Charities Campaign Donations Used equipment and playing cards Liquor Mart Prizes coin boxes 350 Organizations $ supported $ M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
STR ENGTHENING LO CA L 22 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER COMMUNITIES Donations are collected by local charities directly, so we don’t track the amount of money raised. KE Y INITIATIVES The exception to that is the month of November, Sponsorship and donation programs where all Liquor Marts collect for Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) – Project Red Ribbon campaign. Factoring in our matched donation to the campaign, MADD raised $7,000 this year. For many years our employees have given generously to two annual fundraising drives – United Way Winnipeg and the provincial Festival du Voyageur. Winnipeg Fringe Festival. Folklorama. All Charities Campaign. This year the amount totalled $107,800. Our employees also raise funds Dauphin’s Countryfest. We are long-time sponsors of many for their own employee charitable program. iconic Manitoba events that have come to define the celebra- The Employee Charity of Choice program supports capital projects or programs benefiting tion of life and community in our province, as well as a long children and youth in Manitoba. We match list of smaller but equally beloved festivals and gatherings. In employee donations and provide additional Festival du Voyageur funding based on the volunteer efforts recorded 2018/19 we supported around 350 charitable, non-profit and by our employees, alumni and their family and friends. Together with our amazing employees we community groups with $2.2 million in sponsorships. Our Liquor Mart coin box program provides gave $77,000 to three highly deserving charities. charities and non-profits a venue to raise funds, with all donations made by customers Wherever the opportunity exists, we provide going to the organization. Winnipeg Liquor charitable and non-profit organizations with Marts have a central selection process where gently used items that our organization no longer charities apply to have their coin boxes in all needs. Sometimes there are items that cannot local stores for a month. This past winter, we be donated and are therefore recycled. In 2018/19 improved the program to allow Liquor Marts we recycled 100,000 kg which raised $23,000 outside Winnipeg to select charities in their that was then donated to charity. local communities. The result: 25 Liquor Marts outside Winnipeg will collect donations for roughly 70 charities and non-profit groups Manitoba Liquor & throughout the province. Lotteries volunteers at Folklorama. Charity of Choice Canadian Mental Health Association Manitoba Feed My Lambs Street Mission enVision Community Living funds given out in and Winnipeg 2018/19 $27,000 $25,000 $25,000 Living Life to the Full Youth Crockpot School to Work Transition (Province-wide) Cooking Classes Program (Rural) (Local Winnipeg) M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
STR ENGTHENING LO CA L 23 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER COMMUNITIES KE Y INITIATIVES Taking pride in Pride Ask Barry Karlenzig how Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries supports Pride Winnipeg and he’ll tell you there are too many ways to count – and they’re as diverse and unique as the people who take part in the annual celebrations. Barry is Pride Winnipeg’s vice president of programming for the two-day event, working with a team that is entirely volunteer-based. “Pride is a huge production, and to pull it off, we need all the support we can get. We are really fortunate to have such a great relationship with Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries. They under- stand how volunteer organizations work and step in to help with everything from promotional materials for the parade and prizes for a silent auction, to employee volunteers.” In her office at Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries, Shirley Campbell, Manager of Development & Sponsorships, points to boxes of rainbow- coloured bandannas, just one of several items that Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries has offered up over the years to support the event. “Our employees jump at the opportunity to Corporate target volunteer for Pride,” says Shirley. “It’s team- building for them and great community 2019/20 2020/21 2021/22 outreach for our company. It’s definitely a Increase employee participation in 8% 9% 10% win-win. There’s a lot of satisfaction in being volunteer activities by one percentage able to help Pride Winnipeg succeed.” point each year. M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
FO CUSING ON CUSTOMER 24 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER WELL- BEING Focusing on customer well-being We continually strive to promote the responsible use of our products. Over 46% and 31% of Manitobans are aware of our DrinkSense and GameSense brands respectively. M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
FO CUSING ON CUSTOMER 25 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER WELL- BEING Employee training Positive gaming experiences We train our employees to be alert to be- Our approach to customer education and Our approach haviours that are consistent with problem gambling, intoxication, in-store theft and underage customers. awareness helps players have positive and low-risk experiences when enjoying the gaming products available in Manitoba. Our employees take social responsibility Our GameSense website, social media training through a combination of in- posts, customer awareness campaigns, person, online and on-the-job learning and GameSense Info Centres are all in opportunities. Casino staff are trained place to provide customers with informa- We care about our customers’ well-being and actively to help players get accurate information tion about how gambling really works, look for ways to help them use our products responsibly, on how gaming works and answer ques- including teaching them about concepts reducing their risk of harm. tions about the Voluntary Self-Exclusion such as randomness, house advantage program and Problem Gambling Helpline. and the importance of taking frequent We want our customers to have positive Liquor Mart staff are trained in age breaks. For individuals who visit our casino experiences with our products that allow identification, and learn how to assess properties, we offer the opportunity to them to build a social life that includes and refuse a sale to intoxicated persons chat in person with our GameSense but is not dominated by liquor or gaming. and adults buying for minors. Employees Advisors. These advisors can be found Our GameSense and DrinkSense pro- are given the training they need to act at one of two GameSense Info Centres, grams deliver tips, tools and information with confidence and respect when at McPhillips Station and Club Regent that help our customers to adopt positive, answering questions, refusing service, casinos and are available daily. low-risk behaviours with gambling and and helping someone who may be For customers who feel they need more drinking alcohol. There are many organiz- experiencing a problem. support than what our GameSense ations involved in public education around Employees at bars and lounges, private program can offer, advisors are able to cannabis use, and we are not the retailers liquor and cannabis stores, and VLT quickly connect them with our own of this product. We therefore do not lead and lottery sites are required to take the casino programs, such as the Voluntary cannabis awareness programming. LGCA’s Smart Choices training. They learn Self Exclusion program or with organiza- We also recognize that some customers about age verification, selling responsibly, tions such as the AFM. need additional support with the and sources of consumer information and We integrate responsible gambling con- products we offer. That is why we actively addictions services. siderations into game design, new product fund a variety of treatment and support development, and refreshes on existing programs. One of our key partners is the products. Based on this multi-pronged AFM, which provides gambling, alcohol approach to customer well-being, we and drug addiction awareness and earned Level 4 certification in the World treatment services across the province Lottery Association’s Responsible Gaming for those who need it. Framework – the highest possible level. M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
FO CUSING ON CUSTOMER 26 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER WELL- BEING Positive drinking experiences Treatment and support • Specialized services for youth with The DrinkSense program is tailored to the Gaming, drinking or cannabis use may alcohol and drug abuse issues at average consumer of liquor products and be a normal part of socializing, entertain- Marymound. delivers information that can help these ment and fun. However, for some, it can • Gambling-related services of Community individuals have a lifestyle that includes become a problem. We fund organiza- Financial Counselling Services (CFCS), alcohol without being adversely affected. tions that deliver addiction services in the which offers quick access to financial province, and our employees are trained counselling for those experiencing Our DrinkSense website, social media negative financial effects associated with to support customers by referring them content, awareness campaigns, and their gambling. to helplines, treatment providers, debt resource guides all provide customized counsellors and other support services. information that can help parents, young We also offer a Voluntary Self-Exclusion adults, expecting families and average program that supports a person’s decision consumers learn how to avoid the risks to take a break from gambling in our facili- that come with consuming alcohol. ties or on PlayNow.com. DrinkSense includes four programs: Here are some of the programs in place • With Child Without Alcohol: Raises for Manitobans: awareness of the risks of consuming • The problem gambling program at the alcohol during pregnancy and aims AFM operates the 24-hour Problem to build a culture where we all support Gambling Helpline. The helpline is Our social responsibility alcohol-free pregnancy. displayed and promoted on all gambling campaigns are visible in • Little Talks Can Have a BIG Impact: Liquor Marts, casinos, products and at gambling sites including Offers parents tips, tools and information other retail environments casinos, VLT sites, lottery ticket centres and public spaces. for age-appropriate conversations and on PlayNow.com. about alcohol. • The AFM also operates alcohol and • Make it Memorable: Helps young adults drug-related programs and services, understand binge and excessive drink- including the Eaglewood Addictions ing, and how to enjoy alcohol responsibly Centre in Thompson for non-medical to create positive memories instead of withdrawal services, River Point Centre regrets. that offers community-based residential • Memorable Nights, Incredible Mornings: treatment for men, and the Starfish Shows consumers the benefits asso- program for youth living with FASD who ciated with moderating their alcohol are involved in the justice system and consumption and introduces Canada’s have substance use issues. Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines. Our website also contains information about increased risks of combining alcohol and cannabis use. M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
FO CUSING ON CUSTOMER 27 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER WELL- BEING Our performance We use a broad range of communications strategies to ensure our customers have the information they need to use our products responsibly. We also do extensive research to monitor GameSense Info Centre at Casinos of Winnipeg. customer awareness levels of our outreach. • Improving our awareness scores with Canada’s Low-Risk Alcohol We provided funding for: each GameSense and DrinkSense Drinking Guidelines • AFM ($5.1 million) campaign we run is a key focus for Following the guidelines, including the -- $1.4 million for alcohol-related pro- the corporation. Thirty-one percent of daily and weekly limits and having a min- grams including River Point Centre, gamblers in Manitoba were aware of imum of two non-drinking days per week, Eaglewood, and Starfish our GameSense program, up from helps reduce the short- and long-term -- $3.7 million for gambling-related 22% last year. risks of consuming alcohol. initiatives including the Problem 93% • Forty-six percent of alcohol consumers in Manitoba were aware of our • Awareness of the guidelines for weekly Gambling Helpline, education, counselling, treatment and support DrinkSense program, up from 27% alcohol consumption was 54%, up from • Marymound ($2.7 million) Of Liquor Mart customers 44% and 38% in the two years prior, last year. • Community Financial Counselling satisfied overall respectively. Services ($190,800) • Awareness of the guidelines for daily alcohol consumption was 64%, up from 82% 58% and 54% in the two years prior, respectively. Casinos of Winnipeg customers • Adoption of the guidelines for weekly satisfied with the casinos alcohol consumption was 60% in 2019, up from 56% last year. • Adoption of the guidelines for daily 35% alcohol consumption was 35% in 2019, consistent with last year. VLT customers satisfied with • The number of individuals who report the games they played they “never” follow the low-risk weekly guidelines has dropped significantly, from 19% in 2015 down to 10% in 2019. M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
FO CUSING ON CUSTOMER 28 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER WELL- BEING The pathways for healthy customers 1 Employee and industry training We have developed a wide variety of All casino and Liquor Mart employees take social responsibility training. Liquor vendors, beer touch-points that allow us to engage vendors, and VLT site employees receive social with consumers, so they can enjoy our responsibility training through the LGCA. Lottery products and use them responsibly. retailers are trained on selling responsibly. 2 Age checks and refusal of sale Employee and Liquor Mart Purchase refusals industry training 791,164 11,998 Liquor Mart ID checks Improper or no ID 14,244 Showing signs of Age checks and intoxication refusal of sale DrinkSense and GameSense information Casino Casino entry refusals 153,863 2,711 Casino ID checks Improper or no ID Support and referral to treatment 386 Minors 295 Showing signs of intoxication 3 DrinkSense and GameSense information Helping our customers to have positive experiences with our products. DrinkSense and GameSense websites, awareness campaigns, resource guides and GameSense Info Centres. 4 Support and referral to treatment Voluntary Self-Exclusion program, funding alcohol and gambling addiction services, referral to treatment and support. M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
FO CUSING ON CUSTOMER 29 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER WELL- BEING KE Y INITIATIVES Tackling the financial impact of gambling addiction John Silver knows just how overwhelming the emotional stress can be for people who are experiencing financial issues related to problem gambling. John is the Executive Director at Community Financial Counselling Services (CFCS) – a non-profit partner of Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries since 2004. During the Participants from across Canada past three years, John has seen a marked brainstormed ideas for messages decline in the stress levels of the people KE Y INITIATIVES that promote dignity for people who meet with CFCS counsellors, and he Supporting research impacted with FASD during a attributes his organization’s success in symposium we supported. making a difference in his clients’ lives to the financial support CFCS receives from Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries. and education “We’re very fortunate to have had Manitoba Since 2014, we have committed $1.35 million to Liquor & Lotteries’ support for the past support Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) 15 years,” says John. “Our partnership began research through the Canada-Israel International with a pilot project to provide financial Fetal Alcohol Consortium at the University counselling and debt management services of Manitoba. The research focused on better to people experiencing issues related to understanding who is more susceptible to having problem gambling, and their families. We are children with FASD due to genetic, nutrition John Silver, Executive Director, an important community resource, and we and socio-economic risk to inform prevention Community Financial Counselling now have two financial counsellors trained strategies; and finding new tools for diagnosing Services to deal with these issues.” FASD in support of earlier intervention and better outcomes. In 2018/19, Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries provided CFCS with $190,800 in financial In 2018, we provided $13,000 to support a support (compared to $185,400 in the national symposium held in Winnipeg and organ- previous year). A recent client survey showed ized by the Canada Northwest FASD Partnership, that clients experiencing extreme stress from promoting ways of effectively communicating problem gambling decreased to 9% post- with Manitobans about FASD without increasing counselling, from 53% pre-counselling. stigma for women who may have consumed Over 70% of respondents said CFCS had alcohol during pregnancy. taught them valuable lessons about money management, and 64% said they learned how to spend money wisely. M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
FO CUSING ON CUSTOMER 30 BACK TO CONTENTS NE X T CH A P TER WELL- BEING KE Y INITIATIVES Mix it up with a mocktail. Serving the growing no-alcohol and Strawberry Basil Lemonade low-alcohol trend 2-3 fresh basil leaves 1 can (355 ml) sparkling lemonade 1/4 cup frozen strawberries, semi-thawed 1 tsp granulated sugar Fresh, sliced strawberries for garnish (optional) Crushed ice In increasing numbers, consumers around the world are seeking To prepare Muddle 2-3 basil leaves, semi-thawed strawberries and sugar. out no alcohol and low-alcohol products as part of a healthy Top with crushed ice. Fill glass with sparkling lemonade. lifestyle. Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries is responding by Stir slightly. Garnish with strawberries and fresh basil. adding to the available pre-packaged products that fall into this category at Liquor Marts. Mocktail recipes continue to be promoted to support customers in choosing a wide range of entertaining options. driver (60%), but also to support someone who alcohol wines. Given consumers’ growing interest is pregnant (56%), or to enjoy a unique or fancy in these products, in 2019 we are going to con- “We see this as part of our social responsibility drink without having to drink alcohol (53%). tinue to look for new products to meet customer mandate,” says Dan Eliasson, Manager of Social needs and expect growth in this category. Responsibility. “It’s in the public interest. It’s also “We want customers to have positive good for business, to support customers who are experiences with our products. Integrating “It’s still early days for us in terms of developing making healthy lifestyle choices.” zero percent beer or mocktails into their a merchandising strategy that resonates with our evening can help customers achieve this,” customers, and that’s why we’re currently in the In a research study we recently conducted, 32% says Dan. process of doing consumer research. As for any of Manitobans said they had consumed a non- new product, we want to be sure our messaging alcoholic beer or cocktail in the past year. When Kerry Wolfe, Director of Liquor Strategy & and presentation are in lock-step with consum- asked if they would ever consider consuming Development, says the non-alcohol category ers’ expectations,” says Kerry. a non-alcoholic beer or cocktail, 63% say they increased by 11% (in dollars) last year, and by would consider it, most often as a designated 17% overall (in litres). Liquor Marts introduced Find some of our mocktail recipes here. seven non-alcohol beers and six new non- To promote mocktails and the With Child Without Alcohol programming, DrinkSense brought the pop-up mocktail bar to the Forks on Mother’s Day weekend. In 10 hours over 1,200 special Mother’s Day themed mocktails were served to over 1,500 visitors. WATCH THE VIDEO On our website M A NITOBA LIQ UOR & LOT TERIES 2018/19 COR POR ATE R ESPONSIBILIT Y R EPORT
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