CIRCULAR ECONOMY ACCELERATOR PROGRAM: 9 FREE SPOTS AVAILABLE. LEARN MORE!
WE SUPPORT COMMUNITIES TRANSITIONING FROM TRADITIONAL RESOURCE-BASED TO A RESILIENT CIRCULAR ECONOMY.
The Circular Economy Hub Project will drive the development of three tailored hubs in qathet, Cowichan Valley, and Alberni-Clayoquot Regional Districts to create and retain jobs by turning waste from the construction, renovation, and demolition sector into new economic opportunities.
OUR GOALS
This project marks an exciting step forward in building a more sustainable and resilient local economy. By exploring new opportunities for reuse, innovation, and job creation from construction and demolition waste materials we’re not only reducing landfill pressure - we’re investing in our community.
- John Jack, Board Chair
Alberni–Clayoquot Regional District
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
The Circular Economy Hub Project will drive the development of three tailored hubs in qathet, Cowichan Valley, and Alberni-Clayoquot Regional Districts.
To make sure each hub reflects local and strategic priorities and creates real impact, we’re engaging with construction, demolition, and manufacturing businesses, organizations, and community members to identify key focus areas and opportunities to drive economic growth, diversification, and long-term resilience in each region.
We are currently conducting 1:1 interviews and will be hosting regional workshops this fall.
We want to hear from you!
BUSINESS SUPPORT PROGRAM
This free program provides 1:1 support to construction, demolition, and manufacturing businesses to find operational efficiencies, cut costs, and turn waste into economic opportunities. In just 5–7 hours over 8 weeks, businesses will complete a site visit and receive a personalized action plan with baseline metrics and 35+ tailored recommendations.
Impact of C&D businesses in the Circular Economy Accelerator program so far:
13
C&D businesses supported
500+
Opportunities
identified
120k+
kg waste
diverted
400
tCOâ‚‚e emissions
reduced
$202k
Cost
savings
Businesses will be accepted into the program on a rolling basis until all spots are allocated.
Businesses must be located in Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District, Cowichan Valley Regional District, or qathet Regional District.
REAL IMPACT,
REAL STORIES
NEXUS MODULAR SOLUTIONS
"The Accelerator program was extremely helpful in highlighting a path towards circularity for our business. The roadmap provided us with valuable insights and data to use as our company continues to grow."
– Noah Topp, Accelerator Participant
PROJECT FUNDER
The Circular Economy Hub Project is supported by the Province of BC's Rural Economic Diversification and Infrastructure Program.
