This Zero Waste Life

If you’re looking for ways to live more sustainably in Squamish, BC, refilling is one of the easiest places to start. Instead of buying new plastic bottles every time you run out of soap or cleaning products, refill systems allow you to reuse containers again and again, reducing waste while supporting local businesses. As awareness grows around plastic pollution in coastal communities like Squamish, more residents are choosing low-waste options that protect the places we live, hike, and explore. What Is a Mobile Refill Market? A mobile refill market brings eco-friendly household products directly into the community. Customers can refill...

The New Year is a time for reflection and resetting. As we witness the escalating impacts of climate change – from devastating floods and wildfires to unprecedented heatwaves – the urgency of sustainable living has never been clearer. Corporate greed, and over consumption fuels this crisis, generating mountains of waste and contributing significantly to our environmental footprint.

The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration, and giving, but it can also lead to significant waste if we’re not careful. This year, why not embrace a zero waste approach to Christmas? Here are five thoughtful ideas and gifts that not only reduce waste but also promote sustainability and conscious living.

Local farmer markets offer a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to traditional supermarkets. By reducing food miles, promoting sustainable farming practices, minimizing packaging waste, fostering community connections, and supporting the local economy, farmer markets contribute to a healthier planet and a more resilient community.

Every year the global Plastic Free July movement gains more and more Eco-warriors like you who are committing to actively reducing their consumption of single use plastics and products. 

Take the pledge to give up single use for a day, a week, a month or even an entire year and we're here to help you understand that reducing plastic waste is not as hard one may think! Get started on your plastic free journey today with WeFill.