HSR Zero Waste President to Represent Canada at Global Zero Waste Forum 2025 in Istanbul

Zero Waste Canada, represented by HSR Zero Waste President Jamie Kaminski, has been invited to participate as a partner organization at the Global Zero Waste Forum 2025 hosted by the Zero Waste Foundation in Istanbul, Türkiye this month. This international invitation recognizes Kaminski's leadership in advancing Zero Waste principles and his contributions to Canada's growing role in the global sustainability movement.

The Global Zero Waste Forum brings together international sustainability leaders, policymakers, and innovators to advance discussions on the Zero Waste Hierarchy, responsible resource management, and circular economy solutions. This gathering represents a critical opportunity for global coordination on waste reduction strategies that could significantly impact how nations approach resource management and environmental protection.

Being part of this global conversation allows us to share Canada's progress in advancing responsible waste prevention and highlight the leadership coming from right here in Port Coquitlam and the Tri-Cities, said Jamie Kaminski, President of HSR Zero Waste and Board Member of Zero Waste Canada. We are proud to represent Canada and contribute to the international Zero Waste movement alongside the Zero Waste Foundation and ZWIA.

Zero Waste Canada promotes waste reduction, Zero Waste certifications, and circular economy practices nationwide. Through participation in the Global Zero Waste Forum, the organization continues to support collaboration and policy development aligned with international Zero Waste best practices. This international engagement could influence domestic policies and accelerate Canada's transition toward more sustainable waste management systems.

As an environmental consulting firm specializing in Zero Waste planning, waste diversion, and sustainability education, HSR Zero Waste helps organizations across Canada and beyond achieve measurable environmental results through innovative, data-driven strategies. The firm serves as an official certification support partner for Zero Waste Canada, helping organizations navigate the process for Zero Waste Canada Facility Certification and Event Certification through guidance and education.

The forum provides an opportunity to showcase Canada's efforts in Zero Waste, exchange insights with global partners, and reinforce the shared vision of a sustainable, waste-free future. This international collaboration could lead to new standards and practices that benefit Canadian businesses and communities seeking to improve their environmental performance. The participation of Canadian representatives in such global forums demonstrates the country's commitment to environmental leadership and positions Canada as an active contributor to worldwide sustainability initiatives.

HSR Zero Waste's involvement in the Global Zero Waste Forum represents a significant opportunity for Canadian perspectives to influence international sustainability discussions. The company's expertise in Zero Waste strategies and waste diversion could provide valuable insights to global partners while bringing back international best practices to benefit Canadian organizations and communities. This cross-border knowledge exchange has the potential to accelerate progress toward waste reduction goals and strengthen Canada's position in the global circular economy movement.