Sustainability Actions
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We are part of the BC Tourism Resiliency Program- Decade of Action – where as a tourism business we are committed to creating a sustainability plan based on the Sustainable Development Goals. With a sustainability coach we have picked the following goals that resonate within our Bed and Breakfast.
The Sustainable Development Goals are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and improve the lives and prospects of everyone, everywhere.
Becoming a green Bed and Breakfast is ongoing, with our efforts to always be striving to be better than we were yesterday. We believe that sustainability is no longer just a journey but a priority that has become essential in our day-to-day business, making sustainability the heart of our business and our daily life.
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Our Goals
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To use zero chemicals or VOCs used by 2023.
Shift procurement for remaining cleaning supplies to the Unscented Company. Completed
Responsibly dispose of the remaining products containing VOCs/ Chemicals. Completed
Shift from bleach to hydrogen peroxide-base product (Food Safe). Completed
To continue to act thoughtfully when purchasing necessary products for our B&B and always opt for the most sustainable option.
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To reduce energy consumption by 15%
Continual monitoring of energy usage year over year.
Replace remaining single pane windows with double pane windows.
To create informative sustainability pages on our website
To educate and empower our B&B guests to walk to local wineries, use e-bikes, or take a Current Taxi (E- vehicles).
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To create within the healthcare/ public sector, a project that contributes to improving the health and well-being of society.
$1.00 – from every reservation will be donated yearly to a local Charity, Kelowna Caring Canines which is a local non-for-profit organization that provides pet therapy to long term care facilities, the hospital and local schools. – Guests will have the opportunity to match that donation.
For 2023 We made a donation of $174.00 based on 174 reservations.
As tourism rebounds, the goal by 2025 is to be able to donate $1.00 of each night of the total number of reservations annually.
Sustainable Partners
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Below you can view some of our sustainable partners and products that we have incorporated into our Bed and Breakfast.
We purchase Restwell Sleep Products for our B&B suites. They produce mattresses and furniture in British Columbia and have a strong commitment to sustainability using environmentally-friendly materials.
George Courey sells sustainable linen, terry collections, and a unique line of environmentally-friendly amenities for hospitality suppliers. We have been purchasing their quality bed linens for our B&B for many years.