Description

Food waste isn’t just an environmental concern—it’s costing your business money. In British Columbia, food retailers and food service businesses lose an estimated $1.3 billion worth of food every year. Every item tossed out means lost revenue, increased disposal costs, and missed opportunities to maximize efficiency.

Join AWARE and the Whistler Chamber for an interactive, solutions-focused 2-hour workshop designed to help restaurants, hotels, and grocery stores take control of food waste.

Learn practical strategies to reduce waste, comply with Whistler’s Solid Waste By-Law, and unlock cost-saving opportunities that benefit both your bottom line and the planet!

Key takeaways:

✅ Organic waste separation requirements: What’s mandatory, how to stay compliant, and avoid costly mistakes.

✅ Best practices for reducing food waste: Proven strategies to cut waste, improve efficiency, and redistribute surplus food.

✅ Turning waste into revenue: Creative ways to repurpose food, sell close-to-expiry items, and lower disposal costs.

✅ Community support: Learn how AWARE can help your business at no cost.

What to expect:

• Interactive activities: Hands-on group challenges focusing on reducing food waste, improving efficiency, and proper organic waste separation.
• Peer learning and discussion: Share challenges, success stories, and practical solutions with fellow industry professionals.
• Actionable takeaways: Walk away with clear, practical steps to cut food waste and boost your bottom line.

Who should attend?

• Managers & decision-makers in food service and grocery retail.
• Individuals handling food purchasing, waste management, or food donations
• Chefs & kitchen staff looking to optimize food use and minimize waste.

Don’t let food waste eat into your profits - take action and register today!