The Circular Economy Accelerator Program sought to create an inclusive circular economy in urban and rural communities within the Vancouver Island–Coast region. This final report highlights the outcomes of a two-year initiative supporting 77 existing businesses to incorporate circular economy practices into their operations and facilitate regional cluster development to divert waste, enhance circular processes, and stimulate new economic opportunities in these communities.
The report showcases measurable impacts, including significant potential reductions in energy use, waste, and greenhouse gas emissions, alongside real-world business case studies, key challenges, and recommendations to advance a more resilient and inclusive regional circular economy.
This program was part of the larger VI-Coast Circular Economy Ecosystem (VICE) Project, a five-year initiative comprising four sub-projects. The Accelerator program ran from March 2024 to March 2026, building on the success of a pilot program delivered in 2022–23 in partnership with VICEDA.