When organizations think about return on investment, the default lens is often financial. The return on a sustainable commuting program and the BWC designation recognizes that work organizations do isn’t just about numbers, it’s about ensuring that support for employees, climate goals and corporate leadership are incorporated into all aspects including how employees get to/from work.
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) announced late August that it was proposing fare capping for 2026. This would remove monthly transit passes and instead, rides would eventually become free after between 40 and 47 rides per month. This is being introduced at an opportune time, as many companies are implementing working mandates in person. Fare capping has been long used by other agencies.
June 8, 2025
Toronto, ON – pointA is proud to announce that applications for the 2026 Best Workplace for Commuters (BWC™) designation for Canada are now open. This North American designation celebrates employers, post-secondary institutions, commercial sites and now, for the first time, residential complexes, that demonstrate excellence in sustainable and commuter-friendly transportation options.
The BWC™ designation recognizes employers and sites that provide exceptional benefits for commuters supporting sustainable and inclusive commuting. Gaining this recognition not only builds brand credibility, but also affirms your commitment to sustainability, employee well-being, and forward-thinking workplace practices
At pointA, we help organizations gather and interpret commuter data to design programs that can make a real difference, measuring and then designing programs to reduce emissions in a tangible way. To do this, we start by working with organizations to understand their commuter patterns to determine the emissions baseline and identify gaps through a comprehensive commuter assessment and then, create targeted programs.
pointA is releasing its four-day workweek report, Shifting the workweek: Why Ontario Businesses Should Consider a Four-Day Model and the results are applicable not just for Ontario businesses but across Canada.
To attract and retain employees, businesses need to explore alternative models that prioritize flexibility and work-life balance, while also adhering to return-to-office mandates that promote the benefits of in-person work. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution.
North York General is proud to be the first hospital in Canada to achieve the Best Workplace for Commuters designation as of 2025.North York General (NYGH) is Canada’s leading community academic hospital. Located in Toronto, Ontario, NYGH offers a range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services across multiple sites.
January 30th, 2025- pointA is pleased to announce that 11 Canadian-based organizations have been named 2025 Best Workplaces for Commuters (BWC), which includes Best Universities and Best Sites for Commuters. This marks the second year of the BWC program in Canada,
The corporate world is facing a crucial turning point: to help limit global warming, businesses must rethink their approach to travel.