Business Resources & Reports
Welcome to the March 20, 2026 edition of the Business Resources & Reports Blog!
In this edition, we are touching on Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District's Circular Hub Development Project, and Alberni Valley Tourism Association's wonderful resource of their Agri-Tourism Toolkit.
What is a circular economy?
Our current linear “take-make-waste” economy is resource intensive and puts pressure on Earth’s natural ecosystems. The circular economy poses an alternative economic system that retains resources and manufactured goods within the system through innovation, reuse and repair, redistribution, reconditioning, and recycling processes, all of which are powered by renewable energy. These principles, which have been integral to traditional ways of life for Indigenous Peoples since time immemorial, help to eliminate waste, reduce emissions, and cut virgin resource consumption.
The above report/resource outlines:
- A recap of the November 25, 2025 workshop, what was found from the workshop, and a summary about what a Circular Hub can offer the Alberni Valley
- The benefits and process of a BC Green Business Green Trades Certification
- A Material Market Study Report that outlines the focus, availability, and need for a circular economy approach.
- Resources for a fully-funded training opportunity to get equipped with the necessary skills to work in the building deconstruction and salvage industry.
- A link to complete the survey and sign up for more information.
Learn more about Circular Economy Hubs
Alberni Valley Tourism Association's Agri-Tourism Toolkit
What is Agri-Tourism?
Agri-Tourism in the Alberni Valley is rooted in working farms, fisheries, and food businesses that invite visitors to experience local food, land, and culture in meaningful ways. Rather than replacing core agricultural or food production, agri-tourism is designed to complement existing operations, diversify income, and build stronger connections between producers and visitors.
What does it look like locally?
In the Alberni Valley context, successful Agri-Tourism is typically:
- Small-scale and authentic - centred on real operations, not staged attractions
- Seasonal and flexible - aligned with harvests, production cycles, and labour capacity
- Place-based - reflecting local landscapes, waterways, climate, and food culture
- Collaborative - often involving partnerships between farms, food producers, chefs, and tourism operators.
Read through this incredibly valuable resource at the link above, or by clicking here.
Living Wage BC - Port Alberni Living Wage
