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Fundraising Toolkit

When our community comes together, incredible things happen. Our Fundraising Toolkit is designed to make it easy to turn an idea into local environmental impact.

Keeping Food Fresh

Proper food storage isn’t just about convenience, it’s a smart way to reduce waste, save money, and keep your meals tasting their best. Read this blog to find useful tips on how to keep your…

Sustainable Events: Waste Guide

A guide on how to reduce and manage waste at events across the Squamish-Lillooet Regional District (SLRD). Created in partnership with SLRD and the Whistler Community Foundation.

From Waste To Action: Compost Guide

Over 50% of Whistler’s garbage could’ve been composted. Let’s change that and close the loop. Discover our compost guide for top tips.

From Waste to Action: 5 Ways Businesses Can Cut Costs by Reducing Food Waste

In British Columbia, food retailers and food service businesses lose an estimated $1.3 billion worth of food each year.

From Waste to Action: How Saving Food Can Save You Money

In Canada, the average household throws away around $1,300 worth of edible food every year. That’s like throwing away a full bag of groceries every single week. In today’s economy, that’s not just wasteful—it’s a luxury most…

Waste Reduction Package – for Whistler Businesses

A partnership between AWARE and the Resort Municipality of Whistler, working to reduce waste and achieve zero waste goals.

Small Steps, Big Difference: Why Food Waste Action Matters

Imagine a farmer rising before dawn to tend crops that take months of care, water, and resources to grow. After traveling vast distances and sitting on store shelves, that food finally reaches our kitchens –…

Whistler’s Small Steps for Big Moves

Whistler’s Big Moves represent our community’s highest level climate goals. These actions have been deemed the top priority for cutting Whistler’s carbon emissions and becoming an exemplar sustainable community.