MK Corporate Responsibility

 Our Commitment to a Greener, Better Future

Sustainable. Ethical. Impactful.

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) drives how we print, partner, and show up -
for our clients, our community, and the planet.

 Environmental: Greener Printing, Brighter Future

At Marketing Kitchen, sustainability isn’t a side dish - it’s baked into everything we do. We are industry leaders in sustainable direct mail and print production, ensuring that every step of our process reduces environmental impact.

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    Energy-Efficient Operations

    Our facility runs on smart energy solutions, including our 2 KM-1 UV ink-jet presses, BB700 inserters, and a full LED lighting retrofit, reducing energy consumption by 30%.

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    Waste Reduction & Smarter Mail

    Our advanced address cleansing & data optimization ensure fewer undeliverable mail pieces, meaning less waste and higher efficiency.

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    Recycling as standard

    We prioritize eco-friendly packaging, and new team members receive a reusable Yeti water bottle to reduce single-use plastics. Batteries, paper, cans & plastics are all recycled.

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Marketing Kitchen’s Waste Commitment

Every business creates waste. Not every business asks where “away” actually goes.

In 2026, we did.

We looked at our waste from collection through to its final destination and identified where we could do better. As a result, our general waste is now processed through energy recovery rather than sent to landfill, turning waste into usable energy instead of simply burying it.

We’re also diverting more material through mixed recycling and organics, while measuring what we recover so we can see the difference we’re making as part of our EMS commitments.

This isn’t a sustainability pledge that sits on a page. It’s a change happening on our site every week.

Less waste. Greater recovery. Real accountability.

Sustainability Isn’t a Slogan. It’s the Standard.

Marketing Kitchen won Canada Post’s Inaugural Smartmail Marketing Award

“For excellence in sustainable leadership within the mail industry”

Replanting Trees - One Print campaign at a Time

We aren’t just printing smarter, we’re printing for a greener future.

Restoring Forests with Every Project

Through its PrintReleaf partnership, Marketing Kitchen ensures every print job contributes to global reforestation. Paper use is automatically measured, and the equivalent number of trees is replanted in certified restoration projects around the world.

Certified and Verified Impact
Each project meets rigorous environmental standards, aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, and is independently audited to guarantee long-term growth and survival.

See the Difference
Clients can track their positive impact in real time — right down to the exact number of trees planted — with a simple QR scan or link.

 

Social Responsibility: Building Stronger Communities

When you work with us, you’re supporting a company that believes in giving back.

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Million Dollar Smiles

The MK chefs came together to fund and build a playground for a child in need with over one-third of our team volunteering to help on the wettest of weekends!

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Supporting Women & Indigenous Communities

We donate unused materials to women’s shelters and provide pro-bono printing for Indigenous cultural initiatives, such as books that preserve Mohawk language and heritage.

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Cupcake Fundraiser

Every year, we put on our true chefs hat to bake and sell, and walk for animal welfare, raising funds and awareness for the OSPCA.

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Holiday Helpers Refugee Support

We personally shop for families in need, ensuring those new to Canada have a warmer, brighter first holiday season.

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CNIB Pup Crawl

Every year we raise funds by walking 6km to a local pub and then celebrate our arrival with drinks and snacks. In truth it’s a great way to raise money and bond over beer.

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Internal Health and Wellbeing program

Our staff enjoy wellness programs and an inclusive, diverse workplace. We are all part of our collective effort to drive positive change, both in the workplace and the community.

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  • A table filled with colorful cupcakes and desserts, with people standing around selecting treats at a bakery or event.
  • A group of eleven people standing outdoors, posing for a photo. They are gathered around a signpost that reads "Main St. Unionville 2 Km." The background features green trees and a clear blue sky. The people are smiling and wearing casual clothing, with some wearing hats and sunglasses.
  • Two women smiling and holding framed artwork and pamphlets in an office with white brick wall and shelves filled with boxes and books. A sign on the wall reads 'marketing kitchen'.
  • Two men smiling and working on building a wooden deck, with one holding a drill and the other wearing a cap and rain poncho, surrounded by green trees and a wooden fence.
  • A large group of people gathered inside a room for a celebration or event. Many are wearing red or pink, and some are making heart shapes with their hands. There is a table with various snacks and desserts in the foreground, and a colorful mural of trees on the wall behind them. The atmosphere appears cheerful and festive.
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  • Group of people standing outside a building with a sign that reads 'marketing kitchen' and holding a large sign for a 'Pup Crawl' event, including the distance of 5 km and the course details.
  • A group of smiling people gathered outdoors in front of a wooden playset with a yellow slide, surrounded by lush green trees and a wooden fence.
  • A group of people standing around a table with an assortment of colorful cupcakes and desserts, with some holding gift boxes, in a bright room with a large wall mural of trees and natural scenery.
  • A group of people standing under a blue canopy tent outdoors during rainy weather, wearing raincoats and holding umbrellas, with a wooden fence and trees in the background.
  • A large group of people gathered indoors for a celebration, many wearing red or pink clothing, with some making heart shapes with their hands, in front of a green leafy mural. There are tables with snacks and desserts in the foreground.
  • A diverse group of people, including children and adults, gathered outdoors among trees, participating in a tree planting activity, some holding shovels and wearing gloves.
  • Two women standing indoors, holding framed artwork and colorful pamphlets, smiling at the camera. Behind them is a white brick wall with a 'marketing kitchen' sign and a black shelf filled with books and folders.

Governance: Doing the Right Thing, Every Time

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Marketing Kitchen is built on trust, respect, and ethical responsibility - values we bring to every client relationship.

Ethical Leadership
Led by President Audrey Jamieson, we champion integrity and responsible business practices.

Inclusive by Design
Rooted in Ontario’s rich diversity, we hire fairly, support inclusion, and ensure every new team member is welcomed, introduced, and connected with colleagues from day one.

Wellness & Safety First
From expert-led sessions to healthy snacks and certified safety training, our Health & Wellness Committee keeps care front and center.

Open Doors, Honest Dialogue
We keep communication flowing through open-door policies, newsletters, and quarterly Town Halls ensuring everyone gets a voice.

Partnering with Purpose
We work only with suppliers who share our ethical, sustainable, and people-first values.

ESG efforts aren’t just good business - they’re the right thing to do.

 Sustainable printing. Ethical values. Community impact.

That’s our promise.

Let’s cook up a greener, fairer, and more responsible future - together.