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Sharing Wisdom: Indigenous Elders Perspectives on Waste and the Environment | Session 2 with Joan Morris
2026-07-23 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | Online Via Zoom | Watch for the login details the day before the event
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Another great Virtual Event Series!

Using a respectful, interview-style storytelling format, CWMA members will hear from Indigenous Elders from across BC as they share their observations and experiences. Indigenous Peoples have been stewards of the land for millennia, and their perspectives stem from this deep, continuous connection that we can all learn from.

CWMA is proud to partner with Indigenous Community for Leadership & Development (ICLD) to bring this series to life. ICLD have worked with over 90 First Nations communities in British Columbia and has developed strong relationships with them all. As an organization, they place Indigenous traditional knowledge at the forefront of their operations and are committed to sharing wisdom and celebrating community.
These unique events intend to raise awareness of Indigenous perspectives on the environment, waste, and how it impacts our earth and people.
This series is part of CWMA’s own efforts toward reconciliation with an invitation to our members to be part of our journey to build knowledge and community.

Session 2 – Elder
Joan Morris, whose traditional name is Sellemah, is an elder from the Songhees Nation. She was the last Songhees Nation member to have lived on TL’Ches until 1957, when the well went dry. She’s a Survivor of the Residential Schools and has been an advocate for Residential School Survivors and Indian Hospital Survivors.

Meet our Interviewer
wəqʷaqʷələq | Cyril Morris, ICLD: Born into the x̌əx̌ə teŋəxʷ (sacred lands) of Leǩʷəŋən Territory — the homelands of the Songhees Nation and Esquimalt Nation on what many now know as Victoria, B.C. — I spent my earliest years rooted in the snepənəq (teachings) of my grandmothers, my mother, and the stories of our people. My name, wəqʷaqʷələq, carries the weight (eyʔ steɫŋəxʷ – good medicine) of my lineage as my mother was born and raised on our lands, known as tl’čəs (the original Songhees Islands) and reminds me every day of my cultural responsibility to walk in balance.

– COST–
$23.00 +GST
CWMA’s work is supported entirely by events, sponsorships, and membership. We’re grateful you’re here. Reduced pricing is available for students and non-profit organizations — reach out to learn more. Am I a member?
These sessions may not be recorded; it is up to the Elder
No refunds, but registrations may be transferred to another attendee or used toward another event.
Group Rates
Attending as a team is a great way to support your organization’s reconciliation journey. Groups of three or more are eligible for a discount — email Sheila for the code.

– AGENDA –
1:00 PM
Welcome Everyone / Introductions
Interview, Listening, Learning
Questions (if time) and as preferred
1:58 PM
Farewell

– VIRTUAL NOTES –
CWMA uses the Zoom Platform for events. Zoom Link is sent the DAY BEFORE the event.

EPR Stewardship Programs Foundations + Forum Series | Return-It
2026-09-17 10:00 - 11:30
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Overview: A virtual learning series focused on BC’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) stewardship organizations, designed to build base knowledge, provide ongoing updates, and offer practical guidance for managing EPR programs in your community.
Each session will highlight one stewardship program and will be held in two back-to-back parts, where people can attend one or both parts, as they prefer.

– PROGRAM –
This session will highlight Encorp / Return-It and its work in British Columbia.
LEARN MORE ABOUT Return-It

– AGENDA –
Part 1: 10:00 – 10:45 AM | Foundations

CWMA Welcome
Introductions, Acknowledgments / What Is EPR / How EPR Works in BC

Foundations
Perfect for new industry members, elected officials, solid waste management committee members, and anyone who wants to learn or refresh the basics

About the program
Who’s responsible for what
How does it all work
What resources are available
How to apply to host a new depot/collection
Program resources available
Fun Facts / Common Misconceptions
And more basics to set your foundational knowledge or refresh!

Part 2: 10:50 – 11:30 AM | Forum

Forum
Perfect for collector site staff, managers, coordinators, and anyone managing the stewardship programs for their community or organization.

Program updates and changes
Future improvements or innovations
Responses to your pre-asked questions
Problem-solving with peers

CWMA Fond Farewell

– NO COST –
These events are supported by each presenting Stewardship Program and CWMA’s regular supporting membership revenue.

– VIRTUAL EVENT –
CWMA uses the Zoom Platform for events. Zoom Link is sent the DAY BEFORE the event.

EPR Stewardship Programs Foundations + Forum Series | Recycle BC
2026-09-24 10:00 - 11:30
– DETAILS –
Overview: A virtual learning series focused on BC’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) stewardship organizations, designed to build base knowledge, provide ongoing updates, and offer practical guidance for managing EPR programs in your community.
Each session will highlight one stewardship program and will be held in two back-to-back parts, where people can attend one or both parts, as they prefer.

– PROGRAM –
This session will highlight Recycle BC and its work in British Columbia.
LEARN MORE ABOUT Recycle BC

– AGENDA –
Part 1: 10:00 – 10:45 AM | Foundations

CWMA Welcome
Introductions, Acknowledgments / What Is EPR / How EPR Works in BC

Foundations
Perfect for new industry members, elected officials, solid waste management committee members, and anyone who wants to learn or refresh the basics

About the program
Who’s responsible for what
How does it all work
What resources are available
How to apply to host a new depot/collection
Program resources available
Fun Facts / Common Misconceptions
And more basics to set your foundational knowledge or refresh!

Part 2: 10:50 – 11:30 AM | Forum

Forum
Perfect for collector site staff, managers, coordinators, and anyone managing the stewardship programs for their community or organization.

Program updates and changes
Future improvements or innovations
Responses to your pre-asked questions
Problem-solving with peers

CWMA Fond Farewell

– NO COST –
These events are supported by each presenting Stewardship Program and CWMA’s regular supporting membership revenue.

– VIRTUAL EVENT –
CWMA uses the Zoom Platform for events. Zoom Link is sent the DAY BEFORE the event.
