CloseMore Funding Available for Waste Reduction Initiatives Program
The Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) is providing funding to four local projects through the 2026 Waste Reduction Initiatives Program (WRIP) with all four applicants receiving their full requested amounts.
As just under half of the funding has been allocated, the SCRD is extending the deadline for applications until Friday, November 20. Guidelines and further information on how to apply can be found here and at letstalk.scrd.ca/wrip. Projects must include a plan to measure and report how much waste is diverted from the landfill.
Launched in 2015, WRIP supports waste reduction and recycling priorities identified in the SCRD’s Solid Waste Management Plan. The program provides $7,500 annually to support projects led by Sunshine Coast community groups and associations, non-profit societies, registered charities and school groups within School Districts 46 and 93.
To date, the 2026 funding recipients and their projects are:
xwesam-Roberts Creek Community Association (xRCCA) – Roberts Creek Community Food Pantry Repairs
xRCCA will repair the community food pantry to help prevent food waste. Follow the project’s progress on the association’s website and social media channels.
2026 funding: $750.00
Rotary Club of the Sunshine Coast – Event Waste Reduction
Sunshine Coast Rotarians provide food at a variety of community events throughout the year. WRIP funding will help improve the sorting of food waste and recyclables while educating event attendees about proper waste disposal. Look for the club’s new sorting station at future events.
2026 funding: $962.85
Cedar Grove Elementary – Building on Green Team Success and Waste Audit
Cedar Grove Elementary’s Green Team will conduct a waste audit and expand its membership to build on previous successes. The project will help students continue educating their school community about recycling, composting and waste reduction. The team plans to share its results in a presentation next Earth Day.
2026 funding: $255.00
Chatelech Community School – Waste Reduction Education and Infrastructure Improvements
Chatelech Community School aims to make waste diversion easier and more effective for students. Funding will support improved signage, engaging educational activities and upgrades to the school’s waste diversion infrastructure. The school also plans to host a “Waste Diversion Olympics” in the new year to build awareness and encourage good waste reduction habits.
2026 funding: $1,470.00
To learn more about the Waste Reduction Initiatives Program, visit letstalk.scrd.ca/wrip, email infrastructure@scrd.ca or call 604-885-6806.