“Do it right” is a
Black & McDonald core Value.
“Do it right” is a Black & McDonald core value, and that belief extends beyond project work into our interaction and integration with the communities and stakeholders we serve.
This commitment takes form in our various corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs, sustainability initiatives, support of local charitable efforts, and focus on health and safety across all our business activities.
Corporate Social Responsibility
At Black & McDonald, we define CSR as a voluntary set of actions that integrate a range of socially responsible and ethical practices into our corporate strategy, operations, and culture.These practices go beyond legal compliance to ensure we engage, learn from, and support the communities in which we work, all the while protecting the environment and safety of our people.
Sustainability
We have built sustainable solutions into all Black & McDonald processes and services, and work closely with our clients to help them balance their environmental stewardship and bottom line. To manage their carbon footprint, our strategies incorporate all regulatory requirements and integrate sustainable practices across their operations. Our goal is to deliver measurable, impactful programs that provide enduring economic, social and environmental benefits to their organization.
3 Pillars of Sustainability
ENVIRONMENT A natural and viable environment |
ECONOMIC Sustainable economic development |
SOCIAL Nurturing community |
Supporting Our Local Communities
Who We Are
From our humble start in 1921 as residential electrical wiring contractors, Black & McDonald has grown to multiple lines of business with over 6,500 employees working out of 40+ offices.
Black & McDonald Story
Black & McDonald was founded in 1921 as a partnership between William John (W.J.) McDonald and William R. Black, and was primarily engaged in simple residential electrical wiring.
Our Values
From the very beginning, W.J. McDonald had a vision of how he wanted the company to grow, and he established a Code of Business that guides our organization to this day.
Health, Safety & Environment
At Black & McDonald, excellence in Health, Safety and Environment is inherent in how we do business in all aspects of our operations.
Quality
Quality has always been a cornerstone of our business philosophy. We believe our customers deserve the highest quality products and services available.
Subsidiaries & Affiliates
The Black & McDonald family of companies includes a number of wholly owned subsidiaries and affiliated companies across Canada and the United States.
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