Collaborating on circular economy policy

Achieving the full benefits of a circular economy will require transformational systems change at multiple levels that is often only possible by leveraging new models of collaboration across governments that often challenge traditional structures. Establishing a comprehensive policy framework can serve as a critical enabler to driving circular economy activities and investments.

CELC worked to advance the circular economy in Canada at a national level by focusing on a number of important enablers, including supportive policy.  At a macro-level, CELC has championed strategic policy efforts by developing a strategic framework and Canada’s first Circular Economy Action Plan, supporting the development of governance models and policy collaboration, and activating regional innovation, harmonization, and collaboration.

CELC also brought together governments at all levels across Canada (federal, provincial, and local) through its Government-to-Government (G2G) Circular Economy Policy Incubator initiative that advanced standardized measurement approaches in collaboration with the Canadian Standards Association (CSA Group), including recommendations for a national circular economy measurement framework and indicators.