The Canadian foodservice industry has a substantial impact on our environment. Food and water waste, excess packaging, chemical use, and
transportation emissions all take a toll on the earth
every time we eat out.

You can make a difference by choosing LEAF Certified restaurants or by becoming LEAF Certified.

Our Mission

To lead and advance change toward sustainable foodservice operations.

Our Vision

LEAF is the recognized standards provider and leader in transforming the foodservice industry toward environmental sustainability. This vision is supported by five strategic pillars: engagement, member advocacy, education, environmental stewardship and evaluation.

OUR HISTORY

LEAF began in 2009 when President Janine Windsor recognized a need to help the Canadian foodservice industry reduce their environmental footprint. While working in the foodservice industry during university and her dietetic internship, Janine was bothered by the amount of waste she saw on a daily basis. She decided to take action and gathered a group of experienced environmental and foodservice professionals to develop what LEAF has become today: Canada's only nationwide, non-profit foodservice certification program. 

LEAF was officially launched in Calgary in 2010 with River Cafe becoming the first LEAF Certified restaurant in Canada. Since then LEAF has worked with over 100 restaurants from coast-to-coast.

OUR TEAM

Join Our Team!

Are you passionate about foodservice sustainability and want to make a difference? We’d love to connect with you! We are currently looking for the following volunteer positions:

• Volunteer Coordinator

• Environmental Co-Chair

• Software Designer

Submit your application form below!