TELUS is #1 on the Heroes Leaderboard
April 30 2020 - 3:52PM
Today, TELUS ranked first internationally as a leading corporate
citizen for its efforts to support Canadians during the COVID-19
pandemic by DidTheyHelp.com. The Heroes leaderboard ranks global
brands and individuals by awarding a point for each positive action
and good deed they make. This third party recognition underpins the
deep commitment TELUS team members have in keeping our citizens
safe and connected during this health emergency and beyond.
“I am exceptionally proud of the TELUS team’s incredible
commitment to give where we live, which has earned TELUS an amazing
first place ranking on the “Heroes Leaderboard”. This recognition
is thanks to our team members and their incredibly generous
contribution of time, funding and intellectual energy in support of
those in need and truly make a difference in people’s lives,” said
Darren Entwistle, President and CEO of TELUS. “What makes this
acknowledgement all the more meaningful is that it is based
exclusively on our team’s contributions throughout the COVID-19
crisis and was awarded without provocation, and instead through
crowd-sourcing and nominations from the website’s readers. This
authentic recognition of our culture of caring in action truly
exemplifies TELUS leadership in social capitalism on a worldwide
basis, and I am privileged to be part of this extraordinary,
generous and dedicated team.” Throughout the pandemic, the team has
provided over $20 million in funding focused on supporting the most
vulnerable Canadians to keep them connected, safe, and supported by
expanding long-standing charitable initiatives.
- To keep Canada’s most vulnerable citizens connected during the
COVID-19 pandemic, TELUS is giving more than 10,000 free mobile
devices and $0 rate plans, valued at more than $5 million, to
hundreds of organizations across the country though its Mobility
For Good COVID-19 Emergency Response Program.
- Internet for Good is offering high speed broadband internet to
qualified low-income families for only $9.95 per month.
- Health for Good is enabling TELUS mobile health clinics to
bring primary healthcare directly to people in need living on the
streets in urban centres across Canada.
- Tech for Good is helping differently abled Canadians facing
challenges using smartphones and tablets with customized technology
solutions that help them live more independently.
- The TELUS Friendly Future Foundation is giving $10 million to
urgently support and enhance public healthcare capacity and
community response across Canada. This funding is supporting
medical research, purchasing new medical technology and equipment,
such as ventilators, as well as increased support for food
security, outreach to isolated seniors, virtual education programs,
and mental health initiatives.
For the latest information about TELUS’ support during the
crisis, visit telus.com/covid19.
About TELUS
About TELUS TELUS (TSX: T, NYSE: TU) is a dynamic, world-leading
communications and information technology company with $14.7
billion in annual revenue and 15.2 million customer connections
spanning wireless, data, IP, voice, television, entertainment,
video and security. We leverage our global-leading technology to
enable remarkable human outcomes. Our longstanding commitment to
putting our customers first fuels every aspect of our business,
making us a distinct leader in customer service excellence and
loyalty. TELUS Health is Canada's largest healthcare IT provider,
and TELUS International delivers the most innovative business
process solutions to some of the world’s most established
brands.
Driven by our passionate social purpose to connect all Canadians
for good, our deeply meaningful and enduring philosophy to give
where we live has inspired our team members and retirees to
contribute more than $700 million and 1.3 million days of service
since 2000. This unprecedented generosity and unparalleled
volunteerism have made TELUS the most giving company in the
world.
For more information about TELUS, please visit telus.com, follow
us @TELUSNews on Twitter and @Darren_Entwistle on Instagram.
For media inquiries, please contact: TELUS
Public Relations Brandi Rees brandi.rees@telus.com
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