awards & recognition
2005/2006 Awards and Recognition
ECONOMIC
Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World
In January 2006, it was announced at the World Economic
Forum in Davos, Switzerland that Enbridge was again on the Global 100 list for 2006 as one of the 100 Most
Sustainable Corporations in the world. Enbridge was one of five Canadian companies included in this listing.
Dow Jones Sustainability Index In September 2005, Enbridge was added to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index
for 2005/2006. The prestigious global ranking evaluates companies on economic, environmental and social criteria.
(Enbridge was not named to the index for 2006/2007.)
Desjardins Environment Fund This fund’s assets are invested in shares of corporations that contribute to maintaining
and improving the environment. The Canadian-based Desjardins Fund is a well-known environmental fund, and to be
included indicates that the company is doing a good job in managing environmental issues.
Ethibel Sustainability Indices (ESI) - Pioneer & Excellence This index contains pioneer companies with respect to
sustainability across sectors and regions in Europe, the Americas and Asia Pacific.
Jantzi Social Index (JSI) The JSI, a socially screened, market capitalization-weighted common stock index modeled
on the S&P/TSX 60, consists of 60 Canadian companies that pass a set of broadly based environmental, social, and
governance rating criteria.
2006 Fortune 500 Enbridge Energy Partners, L.P. advanced from No. 488 in 2005 to No. 335 on the 2006 Fortune
500 list. Among pipeline companies on the Fortune 500, EEP ranks No. 6.
Fortune’s America’s Most Admired Companies 2006 Enbridge Energy Partners, L.P. was ranked third among
pipeline companies for America’s Most Admired Companies 2006 based on eight criteria from investment value to
social responsibility.
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Green Toronto Awards In March, Enbridge Gas Distribution was recognized by the City of Toronto with an
Environmental Award of Excellence in the Energy Conservation category for efforts in helping customers reduce
energy consumption and GHG emissions.
Canadian Business Magazine’s Cleaner, Greener 22 list In February, Canadian Business Magazine ranked 22 companies
in their list of the Cleaner, Greener 22. Enbridge was one of them. This list is made up of companies who are on the
Dow Jones Sustainability World Index, the Dow Jones Sustainability North American Index and Innovest Strategic
Value Advisor’s Global 100 ranking.
Stratos Inc. annual rating of CSR reports For the past three years, Stratos Inc. – a sustainability consultancy company –
has published a detailed assessment of Canadian corporate sustainability reporting. In 2005, they looked at 114 Canadian
companies who publish social responsibility reports and then ranked the top 30. We ranked 12th on the list, and received
high marks for our emissions reporting in Canada. The detailed report and a summary report are available on the Stratos
Inc. website.
Canadian Energy Pipelines Association Award for lowest injury rate Liquids Pipelines received the Canadian Energy
Pipelines Association’s 2005 award for the lowest injury frequency rate in Canada in the large pipeline category.
Canadian Energy Pipelines Association Award for lowest motor vehicle incident rate Liquids Pipelines was honoured to
receive the Canadian Energy Pipelines Association’s 2005 award for the lowest motor vehicle incident frequency rate
among our industry peers.
Work Safe Alberta Enbridge was selected for the Work Safe Alberta 2005 Best Safety Performer Awards for exceptional
performance in workplace health and safety.
Northwest Territories Workers’ Compensation Board Award Inuvik Gas Ltd., in which Enbridge has a 33 per cent interest,
participated in the Occupational Safety and Health Week organized by the Northwest Territories Workers’ Compensation
Board (NWT WCB). The NWT WCB recognized Inuvik Gas’s innovative Safety Week program as the best for companies
with up to 20 employees. This is the sixth consecutive year Inuvik Gas has received the award.
2005 Award from the Houston’s Best Workplaces for Commuters Coalition
Our United States Natural Gas Business’s head
office in Houston encourages employees to ride public transportation to work by covering the cost of their transit fees.
As a result of this program, our Houston office received a Commuter Award in 2005 from the Houston’s Best Workplaces
for Commuters Coalition. The award, which we have received every year since 2003, recognizes Enbridge as a Houston-area
employer that is committed to reducing traffic and air pollution and improving the quality of life for commuters.
Canada’s Top 100 Employers Enbridge was named to the 2006 and 2007 listing of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, and also
named one of Alberta’s Top 25 Employers for both years.
Most Respected Corporation for Community Involvement by Alberta Venture Magazine For the third time, Enbridge ranked
as Alberta Venture’s Most Respected Corporation in the category of Community Involvement. President and CEO
Pat Daniel was also recognized by Alberta Venture in their Corporate Leader category. The Corporate Leader category
acknowledges CEOs who provide visionary leadership and a purposeful voice for their industry.
Corporate Knights Best 50 Corporate Citizens In 2006, Enbridge was named to Corporate Knights Magazine’s list of the
best 50 corporate citizens in Canada.
Thanks A Million Award from United Way The Thanks a Million Award recognizes the success of organizations that raise
$1 million or more nationally for United Ways across Canada. This is the seventh time Enbridge has received this award.
Patron Award for Sustained Support at Calgary Mayor’s Luncheon This award celebrates the arts, artists and partnerships
that are created between business and the arts. Alberta Ballet, Alberta Theatre Projects and Theatre Junction nominated
Enbridge for this award.
Corporate Volunteer Award of Excellence The Wild Rose Foundation of the Alberta government presented this award
to Enbridge. This honour was received in recognition of Enbridge’s outstanding commitment and contributions to
Alberta’s Voluntary Sector.
Winter Warmth Fund Enbridge Gas Distribution received its first award for the Winter Warmth Fund from Conscious
Media, a magazine that deals with social issues. The award was called the Conscious of the Cold award. Other recipients
included the City of Toronto and the Ontario Ministry of Energy.
The Globe and Mail Business for the Arts Awards In the category of Most Effective Corporate Program, Enbridge received
an Award of Distinction for its support of Alberta Theatre Projects, as well as its support of other arts organizations.
The Globe and Mail Report on Business Annual Corporate Governance Evaluation 2005 Enbridge Inc. tied for 12th
scoring 93 (the same as 2004) out of a possible 102 points (best score was 97).
Canadian Coalition for Good Governance 2005 Enbridge was one of three honourable mentions for the first Canadian
Coalition for Good Governance Golden Gavel Award for effective disclosure of director information. In 2006,
Enbridge received the “Governance Gavel Award” for being corporate Canada’s leader in director disclosure.
Canadian Business Magazine 2005 Enbridge tied for 15th best Board of Directors scoring 92 (best score was 99).
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