Profile of Societal Contributions

The Profile is structured around our economic, social and environmental contributions. These three fundamental dimensions are encompassed within all of our activity sectors as part of the major sustainable development initiative we undertook in 2005. The document also presents a number of testimonials from people and organizations that have been observers of or served as partners in our diverse range of contributions.

Loto-Québec is part of a passionate industry dedicated to entertainment. In deciding to draw upon the benefits of operating games of chance some
40 years ago, the State did so, first and foremost, to assure that these games are managed responsibly and with absolute integrity. The Corporation has always remained true to its mission of contributing to the interests of the province’s population, most notably by returning the fruits of its endeavours in their entirety to Québec society. At the same time, the Corporation is constantly committed to maintaining a proper balance between its economic mission and its social responsibility.

Excellent Results
From an economic perspective, we have actively pursued our goals while taking the social and environmental impacts of our activities into account. In so doing, we have remitted a dividend of
$1.361 billion to the Québec Government.

From a social standpoint, we have focused great importance on sensitizing the population to responsible gaming and to promoting healthy gaming behaviour. In fact, Loto-Québec has been at the forefront of the World Lottery Association’s (WLA’s) efforts to establish global principles of social responsibility for our industry. In 2006, these endeavours gave birth to the WLA Responsible Gaming Framework, to which we adhere and in conjunction with we have undertaken an international certification initiative of the highest standards.

For Loto-Québec, the sustainable development drive calls for the conciliation of numerous business and operational objectives with the expectations of Québec society. In line with the
2008-2013 Governmental Sustainable Development Strategy now being implemented, the Corporation has actively embarked on a structured initiative in accordance with the Government’s directions.

Within the pages of this document, you will be presented with a review of the Corporation’s diverse efforts to positively contribute to the development and prosperity of our society. I hope you find the publication enjoyable and enlightening to read!