May 11, 2026 – Toronto, ON: As more Canadian organizations across the charitable, faith, education and community sectors look to take meaningful action on climate change, many are facing the same challenge: where to begin.
With limited internal resources and increasing pressure to demonstrate environmental responsibility, understanding how to approach net-zero targets can feel overwhelming.
As conversations around sustainability and climate action grow, Ecclesiastical Insurance is highlighting its GreenAssist service, offering unlimited, cost-free, confidential access to expert guidance to help organizations take the first step.
For many organizations, accessing this type of specialized sustainability expertise would typically be out of reach, making it difficult to navigate climate goals without significant cost or internal resources.
Through GreenAssist, organizations receive practical guidance to help them better understand key concepts and build confidence in their approach. This includes learning what net zero means for their operations, understanding global standards and benchmarks, and gaining clarity on the distinction between direct and indirect emissions, including Scope 1, 2 and 3.
For organizations looking to go further, additional resources are available to support next steps such as exploring science-based targets, measuring emissions, and developing longer-term reduction strategies.
“For many organizations, this is the first time they’ve had access to expert sustainability guidance, which would typically be out of reach,” says Colin Robertson, Chief Experience Officer at Ecclesiastical Insurance. “GreenAssist helps simplify a complex topic and gives organizations the clarity and confidence to start thinking about their next steps.”
This proactive support builds on Ecclesiastical’s broader approach to risk, helping organizations address challenges early and avoid unnecessary costs.
Over the past year, clients accessed more than 1,300 consultations, including over 1,000 legal consultations and 200+ HR inquiries. Many of these relate to labour and employment issues, one of the most common and complex areas facing organizations, where early guidance can help prevent disputes, reduce legal exposure, and support better workplace outcomes.
“I had a conversation with one of your lawyers through this service and he was extremely helpful, supportive and reassuring,” said a representative from Rosedale Presbyterian Church. “I would wholeheartedly recommend that any of your clients make use of this if the need arises.”
Ecclesiastical’s value-added services, including LegalAssist, HRAssist, ProfessionalAssist, RiskAssist and GreenAssist, are helping organizations reduce risk, save money, and take meaningful steps toward a more sustainable future.
To learn more, contact your broker or visit ecclesiastical.ca/insure-with-us/value-added-services/greenassist.
