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From Sustainability to Transformation

How Green Coast Rubbish Has Built Purpose-Driven Impact in British Columbia for Nearly 20 Years

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Element Society Auction

Cove Repurpose – the budding sister company to Green Coast Rubbish – is excited to partner with the Elements Society on their upcoming fundraiser including an online auction and trivia night. Cove Repurpose has donated two repurposed lamps to showcase waste transformed into art in the online auction which will raise funds for the Elements Society’s unique EcoCooks program. Learn more in our blog!

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Feature Spotlight on Our President, Eamonn Duignan

Our President & CEO Eamonn Duignan was recently interviewed as part of InsureMyRig.com’s Hauling Spotlight. Below is his article that speaks about the Green Coast Rubbish journey and his advice for fellow and future entrepreneurs.

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Green Coast Rubbish to Showcase Repurposed Tote Bags and more at the Inaugural Urban Repurpose Re-Use It and Upcycle Fair

Green Coast Rubbish is excited to announced that we will be participating in the inaugural Urban Repurpose Re-Use It and Upcycle Fair on Sunday July 9th. The outdoor fair will include an upcycling market, art show and kids crafting station – and it’s a free event. Learn more about this event in our blog!

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Spotlight on Mike Brady, Green Coast Team Lead

Today we are introducing Green Coast Rubbish team member Mike Brady. We asked Mike our spotlight interview questions and discovered he’s an easy-going guy from North Vancouver who’s enjoying life and likes playing Minecraft with his friends, among other things. Find out what else we found out in our interview!

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Spotlight on Josh Earle, Globetrotter and Former Team Member

Today we are introducing a former Green Coast Rubbish team member, Josh Earle, a fun loving and interesting guy who we’d love to have back (hint hint) and someone who really embraced the Green Coast spirit when he was working here. We asked Josh our spotlight interview questions and learned about his globetrotting lifestyle, obsession with skiing and that he loves his Ramen noodles. Check out what we found out!

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Spotlight on Matěj Faltys, Truck Team Member at Green Coast Rubbish

Today we are introducing new team member Matěj Faltys, Truck Team Member. We asked Matt some get-to-know-you interview questions (don’t miss the speed round!) and learned about his love of adventure and affinity for teamwork.

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Tips to Reduce your Eco Pawprint

The Metro Vancouver area is gifted with an almost embarrassment of riches when it comes to local pet stores that provide eco friendly products. Today’s blog will cover tips to reduce your eco pawprint including everything from dog beds to poop bags and more!

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Green Coast Rubbish: Podcast Interview with IMPACT

Eamonn Duignan, President & CEO of the award-winning organization Green Coast Rubbish, recently appeared on the IMPACT podcast series hosted by Nigel Bennett and Devon Kenzo. Check out his podcast interview within our blog!

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9 Holiday Giving Ideas

Every holiday season we give and receive more gifts than we really need. This year, the Green Coast team would like you to consider giving the gift of a donation to charity to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable families or individuals.  Check out these nine Holiday Giving Ideas for inspiration!