ShareWares Launches Pilot Reusable Cup Program for Vancouver Businesses
This past year we have seen an unprecedented increase in takeout food and beverage purchases, and...
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Author: Joel Harrison
Susgrainable Launches Kickstarter to Upcycle Beer Waste
Susgrainable has recently launched a Kickstarter campaign to build Vancouver’s first...
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Tesla Semi-Trucks Coming to Vancouver Island Logging Industry
It’s been several years since Tesla announced plans for their electric semi-truck and it...
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How COVID-19 Has Affected Downtown Eastside Social Enterprises: New Report
The Downtown Eastside (DTES) of Vancouver is home to many social enterprises and many people who...
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Elevate Welcomes Alice Henry as Our New Chief Community Officer
I’m excited to announce we’ve found the perfect person to help grow Elevate into the...
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Vancouver Reusable Take-Out Container Company Launches Pilot Program
If you’re one of the ones who wash take-out containers and hope to reuse them as many times...
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Victoria District Commits to Reducing 50% of Building Energy and GHG Emissions by 2030
Victoria has been a long-time location for advocates of sustainability and climate action, and...
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11 Years of New B Corporations in BC
It’s been just over 11 years since British Columbia saw its first B Corp Certified company....
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Heated Responses to Vancouver’s Proposed City-Wide Parking Permits
Vancouverites are digging their heels in, or rather, their wheels in. It’s been a few short...
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Donate a Virtual Shoebox to Women in BC Shelters This Year
The holidays are here, winter is here, and it’s that time of year where you get an...
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BC Social Enterprise, Unbuilders, Gets Unexpected Result in Dragon’s Den
It’s a proud moment for many in the impact space after Unbuilders walked out of CBC’s...
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lululemon Releases Comprehensive Social and Environmental Impact Goals
In one comprehensive strategic plan, lululemon, the Vancouver-based athletic wear company, has...
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CEA Launches New Climate Action Planner Tool
It’s no secret that we need major changes in our local communities to reach zero emissions...
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Arc’teryx Used Gear Trade-In Now Available in Canada
Reselling high-end outdoor gear has always been an excellent way to upgrade your gear without...
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What is a Circular Economy?
Circular economy refers to a system of production and commerce that reuses resources to eliminate...
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Members Petition to Save MEC Before Sale to U.S. Firm
Update – September 21: The petition numbers have now reached over 120,000. In addition,...
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Canadian Teens #NotGoingBack, Striking for Legislative Demands
Several young activist groups in Canada came together earlier this month to announce an upcoming...
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Vancouver Startup Recycles 90% of Coffee Shop Waste
For the past several months, the travel mugs of many environmentally conscious people have been...
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Vancouver Aquarium Shutting Down to Public to Develop New Model
While stated that it is a “temporary pause” on public programming, the Vancouver...
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The Comeback: Free Consulting Event for Vancouver Brands Struggling with COVID
It’s finally time to get a hair cut, visit your relatives, and go out for dinner. But as the...
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