Inter-Regional Circular Economy Market Assessment

Overview This synthesis report distills key findings from three regional market assessments—the qathet Regional District (qRD), Alberni‑Clayoquot Regional District (ACRD), and Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD)—to provide a consolidated view of construction, renovation, and demolition (CRD) material flows, current diversion, reuse, and processing capacity, and priority actions for advancing a circular economy. Scope and Structure […]

Alberni-Clayoquot Circular Economy Regional Market Assessment

Overview This report focuses on the Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District (ACRD), where construction activity reflects broader economic transitions, a legacy of resource-based industries, and shifting population trends. The assessment aims to better understand the region’s construction, renovation, and demolition (CRD) sector; identify opportunities to advance circular economy practices; and assess regional gaps that could be addressed […]

Cowichan Valley Circular Economy Regional Market Assessment

Overview This report focuses on the Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD), where construction, renovation and demolition (CRD) activity reflects ongoing economic shifts and the region’s proximity to neighbouring urban centres. The assessment seeks to better understand the Cowichan Valley Regional District’s construction, renovation, and demolition sector; identify opportunities to advance circular economy practices; and assess […]

qathet Circular Economy Regional Market Assessment

Overview This report focuses on the qathet Regional District (qRD), where construction activity and the broader built environment play a significant role in the local economy. Planning and development in the qRD are shaped by the realities of a remote coastal setting, shifting population needs, and evolving housing and infrastructure demands. The assessment seeks to […]

Port Alberni Circular Economy Labour Market Study

Overview Port Alberni is entering a period of profound economic transition. The closure of its largest forestry mills—longstanding anchors of employment and community identity—has accelerated the need for diversification and the development of a more resilient, future-oriented workforce. This Labour Market Study aims to deepen understanding of Port Alberni’s workforce landscape, identify key opportunities within […]

Circular Hub Best Practices Report

Overview This report outlines best practices of Circular Hubs in North America and globally to support the development of the Circular Economy Hub Project in three rural communities in the Vancouver Island Coast (VI-Coast) region. These hubs aim to apply circular economy principles to diversify local economies and attract new economic opportunities. Scope and Structure […]

Circular Economy Accelerator Program Final Report

The Circular Economy Accelerator Program Final Report highlights the strong receptivity of businesses and local governments toward adopting circular economy principles. It identifies key barriers and opportunities to advancing circularity on Vancouver Island and outlines strategies to help overcome these challenges.