Join Us for the 5th Annual UGSRP Symposium

Join us for the 5th Annual University of Guelph Sustainable Restaurant Project Symposium. The theme this year is  "Making a Difference" and will be celebrating businesses that have successfully implemented steps towards becoming more sustainable. For more information on the speakers and to register for the event click here: https://www.uoguelph.ca/hftm/ugsrp-5th.

What do student research projects and game meat have in common??

One of the things we like to do at UGSRP is support student research projects. Most often students are recruited to aid in ongoing projects that we are working on but occasionally they come to us to supervise research in their own area of interest.  One such student named Brett Martin approached us last year … Continue reading What do student research projects and game meat have in common??

What is PRME and why is it so important?

Founded by the United Nations in 2007, PRME stands for the Principles for Responsible Management Education.  The mission of this organization is as follows: "The Mission of PRME is to inspire and champion responsible management education, research and thought leadership globally." To deliver this mission PRME uses a framework of 6 principles: Principle 1 | … Continue reading What is PRME and why is it so important?

The Case for a Service Charge

I’ve had frequent discussions on the emerging trend to get rid of tipping.   Many people whose opinion I respect argue that the best approach is to simply raise prices. They cite Danny Meyers and his Union Square Hospitality Group’s announcement that tipping will disappear in their restaurants to be replaced by higher prices. My friend … Continue reading The Case for a Service Charge

Is the new Ontario Tip Law a good thing? Maybe not.

There’s been buzz again about the bill to ban employers from taking a share of tips. While Michael Prue was defeated, the bill has been revived by the Liberal MPP who beat him. There appears to be broad support as it heads off to committee for discussion. The basic premise is the “employers” cannot take … Continue reading Is the new Ontario Tip Law a good thing? Maybe not.

No Tipping? Now What?

The no tipping movement seems to be gaining momentum. We’re hearing multiple stories about restaurant groups (Danny Meyers’ Union Square Hospitality Group) and individual restaurants pledging to move away from tipping.   There are a number of good reasons: The ability to distribute wages more equitably – particularly to pay kitchen staff more and to improve … Continue reading No Tipping? Now What?

Leading the Pack, a look into A&W’s Sustainability Success

A&W has been one of Canada's most successful restaurant companies for close to 60 years. Known for their great family of burgers, root beer and strong branding, the company is also one of  Canada's leading food-service organizations when it comes to focusing on environmental sustainability.  We at UGSRP have been huge admirers of the work … Continue reading Leading the Pack, a look into A&W’s Sustainability Success

$15 Minimum wage could kill tipping

There has been significant discussion about an increase in the minimum wage to $15/hour.  Seattle has implemented a $15/hour minimum and LA, among others, has committed to moving towards it.  Rachel Notley, Alberta's new NDP Premier has committed to this standard in Alberta and there is more and more discussion about it across Canada.  The … Continue reading $15 Minimum wage could kill tipping