Two new Circular Economy opportunities for Saanich business owners in 2026/2027
1. Upskill for FREE with Circular Economy Essentials!
Developed by Project Zero , an initiative of Synergy Foundation, this practical, self-paced online course was built for business owners, employees and professionals. The course provides tools and frameworks to identify circular opportunities and offers a clear pathway to environmental and economic value, improving efficiency, reducing risk, and building long-term resilience.
Regular registration is $399. A limited number of FREE spaces are available with support from the District of Saanich. Interested in signing up—please email Saanich’s Economic Development office at EcDev@saanich.ca, or click HERE for more information.
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2. 10 funded BC Green Business certifications now available
The District of Saanich has partnered with BC Green Business, a program of Synergy Foundation , to offer 10 funded spots in their certification program. Through a one-on-one, easy 5-step certification process, businesses will establish a clear baseline of their current environmental practices, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement practical actions that strengthen both sustainability and long-term resilience.
Limited spots available to eligible members.
Learn more and become a member at bcgreenbusiness.ca.
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Build resilience in your business using circular economy principles
We're proud to have partnered in 2025 with Project Zero to offer the Circular Economy Accelerator to Saanich businesses.
This program helps to improve your bottom line and insulate your business from tariff impacts by:
- localizing supply chains
- fostering innovation and collaboration
- optimizing resource use
- and uncovering operational efficiencies, cost savings and new revenue sources
Designed to deliver value without a heavy commitment, the program requires just a few hours of time over a two-month period.
The accelerator, regularly valued at $5500, was available at no cost on a first-come, first-serve basis over 2025-early 2026, thanks to support from federal and local funding partners, including the District of Saanich. Enrollment is always free for Indigenous-owned businesses.
Businesses and organizations are invited to book a 15-minute virtual discovery call by visiting project-zero.ca/accelerator.
Hear from a recent Vancouver Island participant, Dog Mountain Brewing
