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You want a sustainable future for your business and your community.
We want that too.
Join our Green Economy Hub Pilot
Sustainability is becoming a winning strategy for businesses and other organistations across Canada, and Green Economy Hubs are playing a vital role. Green Economy Canada, along with the Collingwood Climate Action Team as the lead charitable, local partner, are launching a Hub Pilot Project for Southern Georgian Bay (SGB). Businesses who join the pilot project will become members of Green Economy Canada's network, where they will receive guidance on measuring their carbon footprint, setting reduction targets, developing reduction strategies, and tracking their progress.
This project is the first step in creating innovative ways to build a sustainable and innovative economy specific to the needs and future of our region. A collaborative, multi-sector partnership approach is an essential success factor. An Advisory Committee has been established and includes our funders, climate action teams in Southern Georgian Bay, business and non-profit representatives This committee will play an important role as we work in creating a sustainable economy in our region.
Collaborative partners include:
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The Institute of Southern Georgian Bay*
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Town of the Blue Mountains*
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Town of Collingwood*
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Town of Wasaga Beach*
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South Georgian Bay Innovation Fund*
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Climate Action Teams in South Georgian Bay
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Business community representatives
*Also funding the project
The Collingwood Climate Action Team is proud to act as the local connection in SGB for the Green Economy Hub Pilot. This pilot will help to evaluate the potential for establishing a Regional Hub to benefit a broader base of businesses and organisations across our region.
We look forward to working with the community to foster a greener, more resilient economy.
September 2024 to December 2025
20 Businesses
Tailored Membership Fees
Two Cohorts
Member Benefits
Lower operational costs | Strengthen your brand | Mitigate risks & costs related to climate change | Attract customers & clients | Attract & retain employees | Prepare for funding opportunities
Reporting & Resources
Tools to track, measure, & report. Resources to engage your team.
Support & Education
Support to plan & implement actions. Access to resources, best practices, & experts.
Events & Recognition
Networking, learning events, & workshops. Celebration of your achievements and profiles in reports, media, and through Green Economy Canada's network.
