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Who We Are
Zero Waste Canada (ZWC) is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing Zero Waste education, awareness, policy, certification, and practical action across Canada.
As the national affiliate of the Zero Waste International Alliance (ZWIA), we support individuals, communities, businesses, organizations, and policymakers working to reduce waste, conserve resources, and move toward circular systems.
We believe Zero Waste is not only about managing waste after it is created. It is about rethinking how resources are designed, used, recovered, and kept in circulation.
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What We Do
Zero Waste Canada supports education, action, and systems change through programs and resources that help people and organizations understand, apply, and advance Zero Waste principles.
Our work includes education and training, certification and recognition, policy support, public awareness, resources, and community engagement.
Education and Training
Build Zero Waste knowledge through learning opportunities, introductory resources, and professional development.
Certification and Recognition
Support verified Zero Waste progress through certification and recognition programs for facilities, events, construction projects, and organizations.
Policy and Advocacy
Promote responsible resource management, waste prevention, and policies that support Zero Waste systems.
Resources and Public Awareness
Share tools, articles, conversations, and educational resources that help people take meaningful action.
Community
Connect with a national network of people and organizations working toward a world without waste.
Explore Zero Waste Canada Programs
Whether you are learning about Zero Waste for the first time or leading change within an organization, Zero Waste Canada offers programs and pathways to support your next step.
Zero Waste Certification Programs
Explore certification and recognition pathways for facilities, events, construction projects, and industry-specific operations.
Facility Certification
Support verified Zero Waste progress at buildings, campuses, venues, institutions, and operational facilities.
Event Certification
Plan, track, and verify Zero Waste practices for conferences, festivals, public events, and community gatherings.
Education and Training
Build practical Zero Waste knowledge through courses, learning resources, and professional development.
Trash Talk
The Zero Waste Canada Podcast
Trash Talk is the Zero Waste Canada Podcast, featuring conversations with changemakers, practitioners, and community leaders working to reduce waste and build circular systems.
Through practical discussions and real-world examples, the podcast explores what is working, what needs to change, and how people across Canada can take action!
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Start Your Zero Waste Journey
At Zero Waste Canada, we believe that small changes can make a big impact.
Whether you are an individual, student, business, community group, event organizer, facility, or organization, there are many ways to take part in the Zero Waste movement.
Your small actions counts! So why wait? Start your zero waste journey today and be the generation that achieves Zero Waste in our community.
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