CIRCULAR ECONOMY ACCELERATOR PROGRAM: 11 FREE SPOTS AVAILABLE. LEARN MORE!
ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
The Circular Economy Accelerator Program provides 1:1 support to businesses seeking to find operational efficiencies, reduce waste and emissions, increase revenue, and develop innovative practices. This program – the first of its kind in Canada – will position your business as an industry leader, attracting talent and investment, increasing revenue, and paving the way to a prosperous, sustainable, and resilient future for your community.
PROGRAM BENEFITS
Identify savings opportunities and new revenue streams
Receive environmental metrics to communicate your impact
Reduce waste, energy consumption, water usage, and emissions
Attract investment and quality employees
Position your business as a local leader in sustainability
Build brand awareness and a reputation for sustainable leadership
AS AN ACCELERATOR PARTICIPANT, YOU WILL:
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Complete an on-site assessment with a Project Zero advisor;
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Receive an opportunities assessment detailing actionable and practical recommendations to reduce water, waste, energy use, and emissions;
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Gain insight into innovative practices you can implement to boost efficiency and your bottom line;
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Get a clear roadmap with estimated costs, timelines, and recommendations for funding opportunities; and
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Receive ongoing support as you implement changes.
OUR CIRCULARITY ASSESSMENT NOW GIVES US BASELINES AND RECOMMENDATIONS TO START SOMEWHERE. WE NOW KNOW WHERE WE ARE AND WANT TO BE PART OF THE CHANGE IN INDUSTRY THAT IS GAINING MOMENTUM.
- MARK BRACKETT, PROJECT TEAM LEAD, WEST COAST PRE FAB
2023 ACCELERATOR PROGRAM PARTICIPANT
HOW IT WORKS
The program takes 5-8 hours over the course of 8 weeks to complete. Program intake is on a first come first served basis. Once accepted into the program, businesses can work with their advisor to find a suitable time of year for the site visit.
COST TO PARTICIPATE
To help build resilience in response to newly imposed tariffs, the program—valued at $5,500—is free for the next 11 businesses to sign up, thanks to support from federal and local government partners.
Participation is free for Indigenous-owned businesses.
ELIGIBLE BUSINESSES
Businesses must be located on Vancouver Island or the Sunshine Coast.
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Target Industries:
Construction, manufacturing, hospitality, forestry, retail, food & beverage, agriculture, aquaculture, and mining.*
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*Businesses outside of these industries are eligible to participate.
SIGN UP NOW
Businesses will be accepted into the program on a rolling basis until all spots are allocated. Once your intake form is submitted, we will be in touch to set up a kick-off call and site visit at a time of year suitable for your business.
Got questions? Book a discovery call today or get in touch with Project Zero.
HEAR FROM PAST PARTICIPANTS
MEET THE ACCELERATOR BUSINESSES
THE ACCELERATOR PROGRAM WAS EXTREMELY HELPFUL IN HIGHLIGHTING A PATH TOWARDS CIRCULARITY FOR OUR BUSINESS. GEORGIA AND MADDY DID ALL THE HEAVY LIFTING AND PROVIDED US WITH VALUABLE INSIGHT AND DATA TO USE AS OUR COMPANY CONTINUES TO GROW. I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM!
- NOAH TOPP, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER, NEXUS MODULAR
2023 ACCELERATOR PROGRAM PARTICIPANT
PAST PARTICIPANTS
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
A BUSINESS' GUIDE TO THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY
This publication provides guidance for businesses who seek to implement circular economy concepts in their operations. It presents background information and actionable recommendations that empower organizations across sectors to take action and begin the transition towards circularity.
2022/2023 FINAL REPORT
Learn more about the 2022/2023 pilot program, completed in partnership with Vancouver Island Coast Economic Developers Association.
2023 WEBINAR SERIES
The Circular Economy Webinar Series was designed to provide guidance to businesses who want to implement circular economy principles in their operations but don’t know where to start. The series is comprised of four webinars aimed at the tourism and hospitality, construction, and food and beverage processing industries and local government.
2024-2025 PARTNERS
