2020 Mobius Award Champions

ootprint while sourcing sustainable alternatives in their workplace. Since implementing their Solid Waste Management Program, CBDHA began—and continues to—explore purchasing products and supplies with limited or no packaging, while working to eliminate single-use plastics. Watch the Faculty Support Services video.

fill. Over the past 16 years, John has repurposed 279 organs, 55 pianos, and transformed over 30 spool bedframes into benches. If you want to see how trash can transform into treasure, you can see some of John’s work in Sydney at the Odditorium & Fossil Centre, as well as the Armed Maiden Tattoo.

about their role in making their community a more sustainable place. Today, the festival has upgraded its sorting practices and water sanitization methods, and continues to educate community youth about successful environmental practices.

they continue to look for efficiencies in their recycling processes and waste reducing initiatives, including remaining consistent in their commitment to becoming a zero-waste facility. Currently, thanks to new software implementations, WearWell Garments saves approximately 160,000 lbs of scrap fabric each year. Watch the WearWell Garments video.

raging other businesses to participate in the Eastern Region Solid Waste Management Business Rewards Program. Now, with their waste under control, the restaurant has expanded their efforts to saving energy and reducing water use.

Diversion, Energy & Emissions, and Plastics & Packaging. Sobeys also found new ways to expand their reusable bag program. The ‘Green Bag for Life’ program set the framework for the company to begin their larger plans of removing all single-use plastic checkout bags from stores, which they successfully initiated in January 2020 across the country. 

l leadership program with a focus on wilderness expeditions, instilling the Leave No Trace principle to help minimize environmental impact made by campers. And in 2018, the foundation started a beekeeping program to teach campers about food chains and pollination. Watch the Tim Hortons Camp Foundation video.

t of its kind for First Nations communities in Nova Scotia, giving a baseline on diversion programs and providing recommendations for improvement. Since then, G-Man continues to work towards the betterment of the province by using what they’ve learned to help educate others on Solid Waste Management issues.

n place to reduce waste at the studio, paired with the staff’s dedication to educating customers on the best recycling and composting practices, as well as their commitment to all facets of environmental sustainability, makes this business a shining example for small businesses everywhere.

on reducing their water usage and identifying opportunities for environmental innovation. In 2015, they installed a Biological Treatment system to improve the quality of the water they release back into the Halifax Harbour, and by 2025, Oland’s—as well as every other AB InBev brewery—aims to operate using 100% renewable resources. Watch the Oland Brewery video.

ght campaign, along with door-to-door neighbourhood outreach, have been undertaken to spread the word about reducing waste throughout the region.

the Year in 2015, they continue to strive towards sustainable practices and consistently evaluate and improve their environmental programs through staff training, updated signage, and the ongoing support of Halifax municipal waste educators.

r of years, including their own blue box recycling program. Brian was instrumental in the creation of Valley Waste, and by the year 2000, completed the launch of all of the region’s waste management programs. In 2000, Brian was awarded for Individual Excellence, and today, he continues to be a champion for the environment in his community. Watch the Brian Van Rooyen video.

ley. Ever since their 2014 Mobius Award win, the Department of Community Development continues to act as a model institution for young people in their community, reinforcing the importance of environmental responsibility.

e sustainable food system through their efforts to reduce carbon emissions and waste, while increasing water efficiency and community outreach.

y. He visited and provided the proper tools to every school within the Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education, getting input from custodians, teachers and administration about their individual needs. Having set the tone for the program, waste management best practices are now built into custodial training, and AVRCE continues to see a positive improvement in their efforts to divert waste from landfill. Watch the Chris Hiltz video.

fill every week, to sending one every 1-4 months. They’ve also tripled their compost output and achieved a 98% waste-free status, earning them the title of least waste-producing Walmart in Canada.

ived the Business of the Year award, and today, White Point continues to adjust their practices and looks for ways to reduce their environmental footprint, proving that they don’t need to compromise on service for the sake of sustainability.

r waste management techniques. Currently, NSCC Burridge Campus is undergoing building upgrades, which will improve energy efficiency across campus, while also focusing on reducing their waste through the implementation of reusable mugs, automatic two-sided printing, and reusable cafeteria dishware. Watch the NSCC Burridge Campus video.

settings across the province. These bins make sorting simple and help ensure there is no cross-contamination or mixing of garbage or compost with recyclables, resulting in less landfill waste. In 2010, Sissiboo Investments was awarded Small Business of the Year, and today they continue to grow their business sustainably while helping educate Nova Scotians on source reduction management to improve our province’s environmental footprint. 

y can. Beyond these measures, The Meadows installed energy efficient lighting, a centralized laundry system that uses less water, and implemented a food waste system that has resulted in a 37% reduction in waste.