ESG Reporting
At 407 ETR, we're passionate about connecting people and businesses to communities across the GTA and we're conscious of our impact from an environmental, social and governance (ESG) perspective.
Our 2025 ESG Report provides a detailed look at our ESG strategy and performance metrics and demonstrates the important progress we’ve made in in key areas of sustainability and responsible business practices.
Past Reports
Areas of Impact
Governance
From diversity in our leadership to adhering to high standards of ethical behaviour, we’re focused on enhancing our strong governance structure.
Environment
We do our part to maintain and operate the roadway with as minimal disruption to the environment as possible.
Social
From the safety and diversity of our workforce to investments in communities we serve, we take great pride in our social responsibility.
"Our approach to ESG balances responsible operations today with long-term sustainability to keep us prepared for what's ahead. The report reflects our continued focus on creating meaningful value for our customers, employees, partners and the communities we serve, supporting our vision to be the GTA's highway of choice, driving productivity and strengthening communities."
Jose Espinosa, President & CEO, 407 ETR
2025 Highlights
We’re proud to publish this report in alignment with the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) framework and the recommendations of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD recommendations). We also align current and past initiatives to several UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—a shared blueprint to help people and the planet thrive.
Highway 407 has a 60% lower collision rate compared to other 400-series highways, resulting in fewer road injuries and fatalities.
$100,000 donated to help support road safety initiatives through local not-for-profit organizations.
$150,000 invested in youth sports through Keep MovingTM by 407 ETR, supporting over 4,500 youth across 130+ teams.
$135,000 donated to United Way Greater Toronto to help increase access to vital resources for those in need.
Maintained 33% female representation on the Board of Directors.
Women are represented across all levels of the Company, comprising 27% of our Executive Management Team and 48% of the current workforce.
Female employees are supported through the Women-Empowered Community & Network employee resource group.
We contributed $100,000 to support York University’s Lassonde School of Engineering k2i academy, advancing STEM education for girls and underrepresented groups, as part of a $400,000 commitment from 2023–2026.
Reduced our Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 17% compared to our 2018 baseline.
Expanded our climate disclosure to include Scope 3 emissions, strengthening transparency and accountability.
Invested $15 million in winter equipment, including 19 wide-wing snowplows that improve efficiency of winter operations, including reduced emissions.
We’re participating in the Ontario Clean Energy Credit Program with voluntarily purchase of Renewable Energy Credits (RECs).
We donated over $676,000 to support biodiversity initiatives and completed our $1.9 million investment in local environmental initiatives from 2023-2025.
15.8 hectares of pollinator habitat restored through a $500,000 contribution to the Canadian Wildlife Federation (2023–2025).
$1 million sponsorship to support Nature Conservancy of Canada’s Conservation Internship Program (2023–2025).
Planted 30,000 trees along Highway 407 ETR through our collaboration with Trees for Life, helping promote biodiversity and a healthy and sustainable landscape.