ABOUT

Vancouver Island is one of the most beautiful places on earth. We recognize that we need change in the world to protect the places we love. Our business community cares deeply about making a positive impact in our every day decisions. Together, we can reduce single use plastics, water consumption, energy use, waste and carbon emissions while also having a positive impact on our communities.

VIGBC members are leaders in green business practices and together, we are raising the bar. Checklists for each sector are full of actions we can take to make a difference. Each business is certified to levels Silver, Gold or Green based on the number of actions they have implemented. 

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In addition to the VIGBC ranking, businesses can also become Surfrider Vancouver Island Approved for efforts to reduce single use plastics by achieving at least 3 out of the 4 surfrider points on the checklist. Focusing on these actions reduce waste and protect our oceans and waterways. 

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SYNERGY SUSTAINABILITY INSTITUTE

The Synergy Foundation is a BC non-profit with a mission to catalyze the green economy on Vancouver Island. Our 4 focus areas are Climate Action, Circular Economy, Food Security and Clean Oceans. We support business, youth and policy makers to take action and make Vancouver Island a world leader in sustainability. Check out our other programs: 

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• The Food Eco District 

• Project Zero 

• Vancouver Island EcoStar Awards 

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SURFRIDER VANCOUVER ISLAND

Surfrider Vancouver Island is the local chapter of the international Surfrider Foundation, based out of California. They are a collection of like-minded Vancouver Island coastal inhabitants working on coastal protection and preservation. Their mission is to protect our oceans, waves, and beaches through a powerful activist network. 

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In 2016, Surfrider Vancouver Island has partnered with the Vancouver Island Green Businesses Certification (VIGBC) program to launch a new campaign that links businesses to responsible actions that will help keep our local beaches and waterways clean.

SUPPORTERS

Thank you to the following for their continued support!

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