Part of CWMA's ESG Journey Series which aims to help us learn more about what Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) is, why it matters to our industry, and guide us on considering and implementing best practices. Planet & Profit: Not Mutually Exclusive A Discussion on Bridging Profitability with Environmental Stewardship The question of whether businesses […]
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 […]
CWMA Presentations and Panel Discussion | Virtual Event Wednesday, February 5, 2025 | 1:00-2:30 PM PST – DETAILS – Let's address setbacks and emphasize progress in Plastic Waste Reduction! We already know the issues, now let’s hear about our industry progress in British Columbia, Canada, and Globally. Join us for a review of our industry's […]
CWMA Presentations and Panel Discussion | Virtual Event March 13, 2025 | 10:00-11:30 AM PST – DETAILS – The power of procurement. Across British Columbia and beyond, organizations are revolutionizing procurement and asset management to champion reuse and circular practices. From grassroots organizations to local governments and leading institutions, innovative purchasing models are emerging that […]
CWMA Presentations and Panel Discussion | Virtual Panel Event April 17, 2025 | 10:00 - 11:30 AM – DETAILS – Waste to Watts Series - Part 1 A Primer on Renewable & Recoverable Energy from Waste in British Columbia This 90-minute event will help us all learn the fundamentals of the technology, economics, and environmental […]
CWMA Roundtable May 1, 2025 | 10:00-11:30 AM – DETAILS – Another great CWMA forum to help our solid waste, circular economy, and climate action industry members and friends as they work to advance reuse across British Columbia. Advancing innovative ideas, building infrastructure for scalable solutions, engaging relevant stakeholders, exploring successful reuse initiatives, and developing […]
Advica Health & CWMA Partnership Learn more about this exclusive opportunity for CWMA Member Organizations CWMA is proud to announce its new partnership with Advica Health, one of Canada’s top mental health and virtual health providers. CWMA recognizes the rising prevalence of mental health challenges in our industry and our lives and has created this […]
CWMA AGM / Speaker Event / Lunch / Tour May 28, 2025 | Nanaimo or Virtual In-Person: 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM pacific + Optional Tour: 1:45 - 2:30 PM Virtual: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM pacific – AGM – 10:30 - 11:00 AM | CWMA Annual General Meeting (In-Person and Virtual) Our AGM is where important […]
– DETAILS – Another great CWMA forum to help our members get baseline knowledge on an emerging topic or area of interest. Development Cost Charges for Solid Waste and Recycling Facilities Municipalities and regional districts levy development cost charges on new development to pay for new or expanded infrastructure necessary to adequately service the demands […]
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– ABOUT THE SERIES – Measuring What Matters: Quantifying Social Return on Investment CWMA in partnership with MNP and Grey Sky Tech have created valuable workshops to empower you to use your data for quantifying Social Return on Investment and understand the impact and value of your work. While each session works well as a […]
– DETAILS – The Power of Micro Recycling: A Showcase of Community Empowerment Micro recycling is the process of breaking down and reprocessing materials at a small-to-medium scale - typically at the community, household, and small business level, rather than through large industrial facilities and often with a focus on specific waste types (like plastic) […]