Circular Economy Accelerator Program

Amount:

No funding is involved

Type:

Accelerator

Description:

The Circular Economy Accelerator Program provides 1:1 support to businesses seeking to find operational efficiencies, reduce waste and emissions, increase revenue, and develop innovative practices. This program – the first of its kind in Canada – will position your business as an industry leader, attracting talent and investment, increasing revenue, and paving the way to a prosperous, sustainable, and resilient future for your community.

Comments on Funding:

No funding is involved.

Program participation costs $500.
Participation is free for Indigenous-owned businesses.

Deadline:

Rolling deadline

Eligibility:

Businesses must be located on Vancouver Island or the Sunshine Coast.

Target Industries:
Construction, manufacturing, hospitality, forestry, retail, food & beverage, agriculture, aquaculture, and mining.*

*Businesses outside of these industries are eligible to participate.

Application Steps:

Applicants must:

1. Fill out the intake form to sign up for the program
2. Meet your advisor & gather baseline data
3. Complete a kick-off call with your advisor
4. Conduct site assessment for onsite data collection
5. Receive opportunities assessment & environmental metrics
6. Have check-in calls to discuss assessment & next steps

Book a discovery call with one of their circular assessors to discuss how the program aligns with your business needs and long-term goals.

Documentation Needed:

No specific documentation has been identified.

Other Things to Note:

Businesses will be accepted into the program on a rolling basis until all spots are allocated. Once your intake form is submitted, we will be in touch to set up a kick-off call and site visit at a time of year suitable for your business.

Maurice

About the author

Maurice

Maurice (Moe) Muise learned the ins-and-outs of government while an employee of the Government of Canada in Ottawa for 10 years. His current focus is helping small businesses in Canada to identify and maximize funding to grow their business.

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