CWMA Showcase Presentations of Funding & Resource Opportunities for our Industry!

January 31, 2025 | 10:00 – 11:30 AM pacific time

– DETAILS –

Transform your sustainability vision into reality!  Come and learn about some of the funding and support available for your waste reduction initiatives

Are you working to reduce waste, innovate sustainable solutions, or build circular economy projects? Discover comprehensive funding and support programs available.

• Grant opportunities for waste reduction and operational efficiency
• Free technical resources and expertise
• Entrepreneurial accelerator programs
• Innovation funding for research and technologies
• Community capacity-building support

Whether you’re a non-profit organization, inventor, business owner, or municipal leader, these opportunities can help turn your zero waste and sustainability goals into action. 

A full slate of presentations is in the works but already include:

CWMA’s annual highlight of a number of available resources for our industry. Including information on Google for Not-Profits / Microsoft for Non-Profits / TechSoup / and more!

Ministry of Environment and Parks Organics Funding Program

Tire Stewardship BC Community Grant Program

Capital Regional District’s Rethink Waste Community Grant

Project Zero Circular Economy Accelerator Program

UBC’s Materials and Manufacturing Research Institute (Ace Program)

We will create a final comprehensive list for everyone following the event.

– NO COST –

Seriously. It is free! 

We are always happy to find a Sponsor for events like these. It ensures we can provide helpful information at no cost to members and friends from all across the industry.

– AGENDA –

Virtual Doors Open at 10:00 AM for visiting and a/v check
10:04 AM — Welcome Everyone!
10:10 AM — Presentations with q&a
11:10 AM — Open Mic: if you have great programs, resources, or funding, please attend to share.
11:28 AM — Conclusion & Farewell

As always, a follow up/recap will be sent after the event.

– VIRTUAL NOTES –

CWMA uses the Zoom Platform for events.  Dial-in option is available but participants must confirm the dial-in phone number to be admitted to the event. Zoom Link is sent the DAY BEFORE the event.