Since 1857, James Richardson & Sons, Limited has maintained a strong belief in giving back to the communities in which they serve, and that belief continues today. It’s a commitment borne of respect and appreciation for the places our employees call home and for the moments that make up life beyond the workplace.
In 1957, to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of James Richardson & Sons, Limited, corporate philanthropy was initiated through the Richardson Century Fund. In 2000, this entity was renamed the Richardson Foundation and a new vision and mission statement was introduced, focused on helping create sustainable futures for registered Canadian charitable organizations in the Visual and Performing Arts, Education, Youth Initiatives and Environmental Issues.
Through the Richardson Foundation, Richardson International and its various divisions support many different community initiatives, such as:
- Splash parks
- Playgrounds
- Sports fields
- Arenas
- Community halls
- Volunteer Fire Departments
