At Fairfax, we have always operated with a long-term view, and with the idea that we are building a company designed to endure.

Not just for the next year or the next 10 years, but for the next 100 years and beyond. That is sustainability in a nutshell: acting responsibly, treating people fairly, and making decisions we can stand behind over time.

Our Guiding Principles guide our approach to sustainability.

They are the foundation of our values-based approach to running a business, one that’s rooted in discipline, purpose, and respect for people and communities. Central to these principles is the Golden Rule, which asks us to treat others with the care, fairness, and respect we would want for ourselves.

We wholeheartedly believe that lasting success comes from consistently doing the right thing. But at the same time, we also recognize there is no one “right way” to do so. That’s the beauty of our decentralized structure.

Each operating company brings our Guiding Principles to life in a way that reflects its people and its local context. With more than 25 insurance companies across 50+ countries, we have a wide range of sustainability initiatives. But while they may look different, they are united by a shared vision to operating responsibly.

Connection and collective effort.

These reports reflect the connection and collective effort of our companies. It shows how we all work together to build a company that’s designed to last, while making meaningful contributions along the way.