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SUMMARY:Industry Conference: Washington State Recycling Association Conference
DESCRIPTION:CWMA is proud to help our members and partners by listing their Conference information. CWMA only posts other Conferences that add value to our community and whose timing does not conflict or compete with CWMA events. \nMay 4-7\, 2026 | Washington State Recycling Association Conference | For registration and program information\, visit the conference site.
URL:https://cwma.ca/event/industry-conference-washington-state-recycling-association-conference/
LOCATION:Tulalip\, WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260508T103000
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SUMMARY:CWMA AGM + Event | The Logistics of Reuse: From Barriers to Solutions
DESCRIPTION:CWMA AGM / Speaker Event  / Lunch / Tour\nMay 8\, 2026 | Nanaimo or Virtual \nIn-Person: 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM pacific + Optional Tour: 1:45 – 2:30 PM\nVirtual: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM pacific \n\n– AGM –\n10:30 – 11:00 AM | CWMA Annual General Meeting (In-Person and Virtual) \nOur AGM is where important organizational decisions are made\, including electing our board members and voting on key initiatives. Your presence strengthens the community. Please plan to attend virtually or in person. Non-members do not need to attend this portion of the event\, but are welcome to. \n\n– EVENT –\n11:00 AM – 12:30 PM |  Speaker Panel Event (In-Person and Virtual) \nThe Logistics of Reuse: From Barriers to Solutions\nReuse sounds simple — until you try to actually do it at scale. Collection logistics\, storage constraints\, consumer behaviour\, and system coordination all stand between good intentions and materials that stay in use. \nThis session brings together organizations that have done the hard work of making reuse happen — across textiles\, building materials\, food service\, and digital platforms. Each presenter will walk through the real logistics challenges they faced and the practical solutions they built to overcome them. \nYou’ll hear from: \n\nLight House — about the process and experience in partnering with Habitat for Humanity ReStore to divert construction and demolition materials through salvage and resale\, several\nDistrict of Saanich — implementing reuse at a large community event\nReusables .com — modernizing reusable food service systems at large institutions\nCity of Victoria — driving the reuse economy with reusable foodware for dine-in services and supporting community-led reuse initiatives\nWith a vignette by DreamStill — extending the life of textiles through an app connecting users to repair\, reuse\, and resale options\n\nWhether you manage waste systems\, advise municipalities\, or are looking for models to bring home to your community\, this session will leave you with concrete examples of what it takes to move reuse from concept to reality. \n\n– LUNCH –\n12:30 – 1:30 PM | Lunch (In-Person) / Menu is in the works! \n\n– TOUR –\n1:45 – 2:30 PM | Optional Tour of the Regional District of Nanaimo Landfill \nThe Regional Landfill is located at 1105 Cedar Road\, Nanaimo\, BC. It’s the only landfill site in the region and receives more than 58\,000 tonnes of waste per year. \n\n– COST –\nIn-Person: $55 CWMA Members | $65 Non-Members/Friends | includes event/lunch/tour\nVirtual: $23 CWMA Members | $28 Non-Members/Friends | includes event\nAGM Only: Priceless \n+GST.  CWMA’s operations are supported wholly by events like these\, dedicated patronage from sponsors\, and our membership. We are grateful for your attendance. Differential pricing is available for students and non-profits; please be in touch. | Am I a member? \n\n– AGENDA –\nIn-Person Doors Open at 10:00 AM for visiting and coffee\nVirtual Doors Open at 10:15 AM for visiting and a/v check \n10:30 – 11:00 AM | CWMA Annual General Meeting (In-Person and Virtual)\n11:00 – 12:30 PM | Speaker Panel Event (In-Person and Virtual)\n12:30 – 1:30 PM | Lunch (In-Person)\n1:45 – 2:30 PM | Optional Tour RDN Landfill  (In-Person) \n\n– IN-PERSON NOTES –\n\n\nCome and network!  Nanaimo Golf Club (https://www.nanaimogolfclub.ca/) is convenient for everyone coming from up-Island\, down-Island or across the ocean. We have selected times to make driving and ferry travel as convenient as possible. Carpool options/information will be sent out in advance of the event. Parking is free. \n2800 Highland Blvd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9S 3N8 \n\n– VIRTUAL NOTES –\nCWMA uses the Zoom Platform for events. The Zoom Link is sent the DAY BEFORE the event. Please reach out for accessibility accommodations or technical assistance.
URL:https://cwma.ca/event/cwma-agm-event-the-logistics-of-reuse-from-barriers-to-solutions/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Golf Club and Online\, 2800 Highland Blvd\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Event: In-person & virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
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SUMMARY:Industry Conference: SWANA Canadian Solid Waste Conference
DESCRIPTION:CWMA is proud to help our members and partners by listing their Conference information. CWMA only posts other Conferences that add value to our community and whose timing does not conflict or compete with CWMA events.\n\nMay 13-15\, 2026 | SWANA Canadian Solid Waste Conference | Registration is open!
URL:https://cwma.ca/event/industry-conference-swana-canadian-solid-waste-conference/
LOCATION:Whistler
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260521T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201549
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SUMMARY:EPR Stewardship Programs Foundations + Forum Series | Return-It
DESCRIPTION:– DETAILS –\nOverview: 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. \nEach 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.  \n\n– PROGRAM –\nThis session will highlight Encorp / Return-It and its work in British Columbia. \nLEARN MORE ABOUT Return-It \n\n– AGENDA –\nPart 1: 10:00 – 10:45 AM | Foundations\n\nCWMA Welcome\nIntroductions\, Acknowledgments / What Is EPR / How EPR Works in BC\n\n\nFoundations\nPerfect for new industry members\, elected officials\, solid waste management committee members\, and anyone who wants to learn or refresh the basics\n\n\n\n\nAbout the program\nWho’s responsible for what\nHow does it all work\nWhat resources are available\nHow to apply to host a new depot/collection\nProgram resources available\nFun Facts / Common Misconceptions\nAnd more basics to set your foundational knowledge or refresh!\n\n\n\nPart 2: 10:50 – 11:30 AM | Forum\n\nForum\nPerfect for collector site staff\, managers\, coordinators\, and anyone managing the stewardship programs for their community or organization.\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram updates and changes\nFuture improvements or innovations\nResponses to your pre-asked questions\nProblem-solving with peers\n\n\n\n\nCWMA Fond Farewell\n\n\n– NO COST –\nThese events are supported by each presenting Stewardship Program and CWMA’s regular supporting membership revenue. \n\n– VIRTUAL EVENT –\nCWMA uses the Zoom Platform for events. Zoom Link is sent the DAY BEFORE the event.
URL:https://cwma.ca/event/epr-steward-programs-foundations-forum-series-return-it/
LOCATION:Online Via Zoom | Watch for the login details the day before the event
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260529
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SUMMARY:Industry Conference: Recycling Council of British Columbia Circular Economy Conference
DESCRIPTION:CWMA is proud to help our members and partners by listing their Conference information. CWMA only posts other Conferences that add value to our community and whose timing does not conflict or compete with CWMA events.\n\nMay 27-28\, 2026 | Recycling Council of British Columbia Circular Economy Conference | Early bird registration opens soon!
URL:https://cwma.ca/event/industry-conference-recycling-council-of-british-columbia-circular-economy-conference/
LOCATION:Vancouver
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTSTAMP:20260501T201549
CREATED:20251021T140217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T140325Z
UID:39269-1779840000-1780099199@cwma.ca
SUMMARY:Industry Conference: Saskatchewan Waste Reduction Council ReForum
DESCRIPTION:CWMA is proud to help our members and partners by listing their Conference information. CWMA only posts other Conferences that add value to our community and whose timing does not conflict or compete with CWMA events.\n\nMay 27-29\, 2026 | Saskatchewan Waste Reduction Council ReForum | Stay tuned for details!
URL:https://cwma.ca/event/industry-conference-saskatchewan-waste-reduction-council-reforum/
LOCATION:Regina
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260530
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SUMMARY:Industry Conference:  British Columbia Environmental Industry Association
DESCRIPTION:CWMA is proud to help our members and partners by listing their Conference information. CWMA only posts other Conferences that add value to our community and whose timing does not conflict or compete with CWMA events.\n\nMay 27-29\, 2026 | British Columbia Environmental Industry Association | Stay tuned for details!
URL:https://cwma.ca/event/industry-conference-british-columbia-environmental-industry-association/
LOCATION:Whistler
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