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EPR Stewardship Programs Foundations + Forum Series | Return-It

About this event
– DETAILS – Overview: A virtual learning series focused on BC’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) stewardship organizations, designed to build base knowledge, provide ongoing updates, and offer practical guidance for managing EPR programs in your community. Each session will highlight one stewardship program and will be held in two back-to-back parts, where people can attend one or both parts, as they prefer. – PROGRAM – This session will highlight Encorp / Return-It and its work in British Columbia. LEARN MORE ABOUT Return-It – AGENDA – Part 1: 10:00 – 10:45 AM | Foundations CWMA Welcome Introductions, Acknowledgments / What Is EPR / How EPR Works in BC Foundations Perfect for new industry members, elected officials, solid waste management committee members, and anyone who wants to learn or refresh the basics About the program Who’s responsible for what How does it all work What resources are available How to apply to host a new depot/collection Program resources available Fun Facts / Common Misconceptions And more basics to set your foundational knowledge or refresh! Part 2: 10:50 – 11:30 AM | Forum Forum Perfect for collector site staff, managers, coordinators, and anyone managing the stewardship programs for their community or organization. Program updates and changes Future improvements or innovations Responses to your pre-asked questions Problem-solving with peers CWMA Fond Farewell – NO COST – These events are supported by each presenting Stewardship Program and CWMA’s regular supporting membership revenue. – VIRTUAL EVENT – CWMA uses the Zoom Platform for events. Zoom Link is sent the DAY BEFORE the event.
Event details
- Date
- Sep 17, 2026Starts 10 AM – 11:30 AM PT
- Format
- Online
- Location
- Online
- Focus area
- Sustainability
- Organizer
- CWMA
- Cost
- Free
Organized by
CWMA
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