Welcome to Sustainability Disruptors, the podcast presented by Impact Zero! Our goal is to have conversations with remarkable individuals who are positively impacting the world and to motivate you to get involved in the sustainability movement, regardless of how small your actions may be. We are delighted to have you as a listener, and we invite you to join our community at impactzero.ca to support our podcast. Let us collaborate to make the world a better and more sustainable place for everyone!This week's episode features Alvin Ramoutar, a software developer who leads Repair Cafe Toronto in his free time. Alvin initially joined the Repair Cafe in 2018, but he has since become a crucial part of the core team, supporting their mission to organize free repair and community-building events across various regions in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). We share many common values with Repair Cafe, and one of the highlights of this episode is Alvin's favorite repair story, which he shares towards the end. It's an engaging and informative conversation that you won't want to miss.This season of Sustainability Disruptors is brought to you by Reverse Logistics Group (RLG), which provides recycling and circular economy solutions to meet your compliance needs. Contact them at canada@rev-log.com or visit their website at www.rev-log.com.Now let's meet Alvin!Alvin’s Portfolio - LinkRepair Cafe Toronto - Website Email - contact@alvinr.caSupport the show

This week, we're chatting with Kirsten Pelchat, who's one of the co-founders of Elva's All Naturals, a small business that makes natural, small-batch health and home products. Kirsten and her partner Ian are all about using the most natural ingredients possible to create top-notch products. We get into what it's like running a business that cares about both human health and the planet's health.So, be sure to tune in and join us in our mission to make the world a more sustainable and better place for all of us. If you enjoy our podcast, please consider showing your support by visiting our website at impactzero.ca and becoming a part of our community. Together, we can make a positive impact on the environment and pave the way for future generations.This season of Sustainability Disruptors is proudly sponsored by Reverse Logistics Group (RLG). RLG offers top-notch recycling and circular economy solutions to meet your compliance requirements. If you're interested, feel free to get in touch with them at canada@rev-log.com or check out their website at www.rev-log.com.Let’s dive into our conversation with Kirsten!Links: Website - Elva’s All NaturalsIG - elvas.allnaturalsSupport the show

Welcome to Sustainability Disruptors, the podcast by Impact Zero. We've got an exciting episode lined up for you, because this week we're talking to Sam Soloway, the co-founder of Planet Pantry in Winnipeg. Sam's a true inspiration, having opened her one-stop refillery during the peak of Covid lockdowns after her career as a theater actor was disrupted in Toronto.In this episode, we delve into the importance of supporting local businesses, and what it takes to be an integrity-first entrepreneur who's not afraid to make mistakes. Sam's journey is truly remarkable, and her insights are invaluable for anyone interested in sustainability.So, be sure to tune in and join us in our mission to make the world a more sustainable and better place for all of us. And if you enjoy our podcast, please do show your support by visiting us at impactzero.ca and becoming part of our community. Together, let's make a positive impact on the environment and pave the way for future generations to come!This season of Sustainability Disruptors is proudly sponsored by Reverse Logistics Group (RLG). RLG offers top-notch recycling and circular economy solutions to meet your compliance requirements. If you're interested, feel free to get in touch with them at canada@rev-log.com or check out their website at www.rev-log.com.Let’s dive into our conversation with Sam!Planet Pantry - WebsiteIG - planetpantrywpgContact - FormSupport the show

Hey there, welcome to Sustainability Disruptors - the podcast by Impact Zero! Our mission is simple: to speak to amazing people who are creating positive change in the world and inspire you to join the sustainability movement too, no matter how small your contribution may be.We're thrilled to have you on board and we'd love for you to support our podcast and join our community over at impactzero.ca. Together, let's make the world a more sustainable and better place for all of us!This week, we're excited to introduce you to Rachel Lissner, the program manager at Not Far From The Tree and founder of Reuseful. She's a true sustainability champion and shares her insights on gleaning and managing hard-to-reuse materials in this episode.If you're looking for inspiration on how you can make a difference in the environment, then this episode is for you! Rachel's work is truly incredible and we can all learn something from her. Let's do our part in preserving our planet for generations to come!Oh, and by the way, this season of Sustainability Disruptors is brought to you by Reverse Logistics Group (RLG), a company that provides recycling and circular economy solutions to meet your compliance needs. Contact them at canada@rev-log.com or visit their website at www.rev-log.com.So, without further ado, let's meet Rachel and dive into the world of sustainability together!Not Far From The Tree - https://notfarfromthetree.org/IG - nffttSupport the show

Welcome to Sustainability Disruptors, the podcast by Impact Zero! Each week we speak to incredible people who are making a difference in the world and inspiring others to do the same. Our goal is to inspire you to get involved in the sustainability movement and show you how you can make a difference, no matter how small.If you want to support our podcast or become a member of our community, head on over to impactzero.ca. We'd love to have you on board and join us in making the world a better, more sustainable place!This week's episode is all about protecting our pollinators and promoting sustainability. Our guest is the amazing Ashoke Mohanraj, author of the fantastic children's book "Pollinator Man." We’re so excited to share his passion for preserving our planet and inspiring the younger generation to get involved!In this episode, Ashoke talks about the importance of protecting our pollinators and how we can all make a difference. He encourages kids to get outside and participate in activities that promote pollinator conservation. And guess what, he also talks about the role that men can play in the sustainability movement!So, if you're looking for some inspiration on how to make a positive impact on the environment, tune in to this episode and learn from Ashoke's incredible work. Let's do our part in preserving our planet for generations to come! This season of Sustainability Disruptors is brought to you by Reverse Logistics Group (RLG). RLG provides recycling and circular economy solutions to meet your compliance needs. Contact them at canada@rev-log.com or visit their website at www.rev-log.com.Let’s meet Ashoke!Connect with Ashoke!LinkedInIG @ashokemohanrajPollinator Man - Pollinator Man: Mohanraj, Ashoke, Aamir, Minha: 9781778232909: Books - Amazon.caGoldilocks Mission Website - THE GOLDILOCKS MISSIONOn The Verge Website (Production Company) - Home - OT VergeWritten Piece in Collaboration with the City of Markham on Environmentalism & Masculinity - Trail Project – Storywalk | Markham Public LibrarySupport the show

Welcome to Sustainability Disruptors, the podcast by Impact Zero! We're all about sustainability and bringing you the inside scoop on how you can make a difference. Our goal is to inspire you to join the movement, so we chat with people who are doing just that.If you want to show some love for the show or become a member, check out impactzero.ca.Buckle up because we've got an epic episode for you today! We're sitting down with Jacquie Rushlow, the mastermind behind The Keep Refillery. With her husband Andrew by her side, they've created a local refill store that's revolutionizing the way we approach sustainability. They're all about making small, easy changes in your life that add up to big impact. And they're not just talking the talk, they're walking the walk.We're going to dive deep into how Jacquie and Andrew have embedded their sustainability values into their business, and how they're engaging their team to come up with exciting, values-aligned initiatives. Trust us, you won't want to miss this one! So, sit back, relax, and get ready to be inspired by The Keep Refillery.This season of Sustainability Disruptors is brought to you by Reverse Logistics Group (RLG). RLG provides recycling and circular economy solutions to meet your compliance needs. Contact them at canada@rev-log.com or visit their website at www.rev-log.com.Let’s meet Jacquie!Follow The Keep Refillery!IG @thekeeprefillery_torontoSupport the show

Welcome to Sustainability Disruptors, the podcast by Impact Zero! We're all about sustainability and bringing you the inside scoop on how you can make a difference. Our goal is to inspire you to join the movement, so we chat with people who are doing just that. If you want to show some love for the show or become a member, check out impactzero.ca.Today, we've got a really cool episode for you! We're chatting with Sam and Jesi, the founders of Canary Kids Club, Phoenix Pre-Worn, and June Bird. The subscription box by Canary Kids Club is perfect for kids aged 3-10, and every month it comes with handmade activities to help with social-emotional and motor skills development. They also include goodies for adults because we all need a little reminder to take care of ourselves too!This season of Sustainability Disruptors is brought to you by Reverse Logistics Group (RLG). RLG provides recycling and circular economy solutions to meet your compliance needs. Contact them at canada@rev-log.com or visit their website at www.rev-log.com.Let’s meet Sam and Jesi!Follow Canary Kids Club!IG @canarykidsclubTikTok @canarykidsclubFollow Phoenix Pre-Worn!Follow June Bird!Support the show

Welcome to Sustainability Disruptors, the podcast by Impact Zero bringing you the inside scoop on all things sustainability. We chat with people making a difference and share their stories to inspire you to join the movement.Check out impactzero.ca if you want to support the show or become a member.This week, we're getting up close and personal with Christine Trinh, the co-founder of Beeja May. Beeja May is all about making it easy for parents to shop secondhand for their families. With the goal of slowing down fast fashion's negative impact on the planet, Christine and her husband are chasing their dream of building a company with an invaluable purpose.Tune in to hear Christine's story and how Beeja May is making shopping for sustainable clothing options a breeze for parents. This season of Sustainability Disruptors is brought to you by Reverse Logistics Group (RLG). RLG provides recycling and circular economy solutions to meet your compliance needs. Contact them at canada@rev-log.com or visit their website at www.rev-log.com.Now let’s meet Christine!Follow Beeja May! Instagram @beeja.maySupport the show

Hey there! Welcome to the Sustainability Disruptors, the new and improved podcast brought to you by Impact Zero. In this show, we chat with people from all over the world working in sustainability to give you an inside look and some inspiration to join the movement. Impact Zero is based in Toronto and helps people bring circular economy solutions to life.Check out impactzero.ca if you want to support the show or become a member.This week, we're talking to Heather Mak, co-founder of Diversity in Sustainability. This non-profit is working to equip current and future sustainability leaders from Black, Indigenous, and people of color communities with the skills, networks, and resources they need to create a more sustainable and just future. Diversity in Sustainability is also making sure the wider sustainability sector becomes more inclusive for underrepresented populations.This season of Sustainability Disruptors is brought to you by Reverse Logistics Group (RLG). RLG provides recycling and circular economy solutions to meet your compliance needs. Contact them at canada@rev-log.com or visit their website at www.rev-log.com.Now let’s meet Heather! Check out: Diversity in SustainabilitySupport the show

Hey everyone,We're excited for this week's episode because we will be continuing our conversation with Manidoo Bineshii, who will be sharing her work and the story behind her non-profit, Manidoo Bineshii Dreams.Like last week, we're diving into some heavy topics, like Canada's impact on indigenous communities, cultural oppression, displacement, and some truths that may be hard to hear. But we believe that this conversation will teach you something new and validate any experiences you may have had that are similar to what we'll be discussing. If you're moved by this conversation and want to support the positive work that Manidoo Bineshii Dreams is doing, you can donate by sending an e-transfer to v_young31@hotmail.com. Plus, if you're feeling the need for support, there are many regional support services you can reach out to such as Talk for Healing and Hope for Wellness Helpline, as well as the Canadian Equality website. The team.–Want to increase your sustainability knowledge and connect with like-minded individuals? Impact Zero's Explore Series - Live events have got you covered. Our in-person events in 2023 will bring you in front of industry experts to talk about entrepreneurship and the circular economy. Don't miss the opportunity to learn and grow with us in DT Toronto. We can't wait to meet you there!If you're ready to take part and make a positive impact, visit the link below to donate and support the show. You can also send Erin an email at erin@impactzero.ca with your feedback. Let's collaborate and make a change!Connect with Manidoo BineshiiSupport the show

Hey everyone,We're excited for this week's episode where we'll be passing the mic to Manidoo Bineshii, who will be sharing her work and the story behind her non-profit, Manidoo Bineshii Dreams.We're going to be diving into some heavy topics, like Canada's impact on indigenous communities, cultural oppression, displacement, and some truths that may be hard to hear. But we believe that this conversation will teach you something new and validate any experiences you may have had that are similar to what we'll be discussing.If you're moved by this conversation and want to support the positive work that Manidoo Bineshii Dreams is doing, you can donate by sending an e-transfer to v_young31@hotmail.com. Plus, if you're feeling the need for support, there are many regional support services you can reach out to such as Talk for Healing and Hope for Wellness Helpline, as well as the Canadian Equality website. Trust us, you don't want to miss this one, and make sure to tune in next week for Part 2 of the conversation.The team.---Want to increase your sustainability knowledge and connect with like-minded individuals? Impact Zero's Explore Series - Live events have got you covered. Our in-person events in 2023 will bring you in front of industry experts to talk about entrepreneurship and the circular economy. Don't miss the opportunity to learn and grow with us in DT Toronto. We can't wait to meet you there!If you're ready to take part and make a positive impact, visit the link below to donate and support the show. You can also send Erin an email at erin@impactzero.ca with your feedback. Let's collaborate and make a change!---Connect with Manidoo BineshiiSupport the show

Join Mary-Kate Pizzuti and Leor Rotchild for their discussion on moving businesses towards circularity. Mary-Kate, the Community Manager at Impact Zero, is a leader in organizing events and building community engagement. Leor, the Sustainability Leader and Executive Director at the Canadian Business for Social Responsibility (CBSR), is a trailblazer in Canada's only membership association for companies co-creating a sustainable, equitable future. Leor shares his interesting experiences in the space and the two discuss their insights on how to make a positive impact in the business world. Don't miss this chance to learn from and be inspired by these amazing individuals!Are you looking to up your sustainability game and meet some like-minded people? Impact Zero's Explore Series - Live events have got you covered. This episode is a recording of one of our super informative and fun conversations, and our in-person events in 2023 will bring you face-to-face with industry experts to chat about entrepreneurship and the circular economy. Don't miss out on the chance to learn and grow with us in DT Toronto 📍 We can't wait to hang out with you there!If you're interested in getting involved and making a positive impact, check out the link below to donate and support the show. You can also drop Erin an email at erin@impactzero.ca with your thoughts. Let's work together and make a difference! 🌍💪🏼Connect with LeorCheck out Leor’s podcast Pipelines and TurbinesSupport the showSupport the show

In this episode, Erin sits down with Mary-Kate Pizzuti, the Community Manager at Impact Zero. Mary-Kate is responsible for organizing events and fostering community engagement. The two discuss the importance of NGOs and their role in contributing to the growth of the circular economy. They also share their personal experiences and discuss ways in which individuals can get involved and make a positive impact through NGOs. It is an engaging and informative conversation that is not to be missed!Are you ready to level up your sustainability game and connect with like-minded folks? Look no further than Impact Zero's Explore Series - Live events! This episode is a recording of one of these conversations, and our in-person events in 2023 will bring you face-to-face with industry experts to discuss entrepreneurship and the circular economy. Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn and grow with us. Plus, we'll be hanging out in DT Toronto 📍 Can't wait to see you there! If you're interested in getting involved, check out the link below to donate and support the show. Share your thoughts with Erin at erin@impactzero.ca. Let's make a positive impact together! 🌍💪🏼Support the showSupport the show

In this episode, we interview Kevin Poirier, a trusted advisor on carbon pricing, climate change, and sustainability. Kevin is a Certified Sustainability Professional and Professional Engineer, and his work helps clients strategically manage and technically deliver sustainability services. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a leading expert in the field!Calling all Toronto peeps! We're manifesting our physical space downtown and we need your help to make it happen. If you're feeling generous (or you just want to make a difference), check out the link below and donate. Every dollar counts! 💸 https://impactzero.ca/donate 💸—Connect with Kevin! LinkedInSCV Consulting—Don't be shy! Let's spark a conversation: erin@impactzero.caSupport the show

This is a recording of one of our Explore Series - Live events with industry experts to talk about their area of sustainability in relation to entrepreneurship and the circular economy. If you want to see full video, check out our Youtube channelThese will be hosted in person in 2023 so look out for our Explore Series events! FYI we’re manifesting our physical space in DT Toronto📍If you or someone you know wants to get involved, please check out the link below💸 https://impactzero.ca/donate 💸—Share your thoughts: erin@impactzero.caSupport the showSupport the show

Let’s reconvene for episode 13!This week we’re talking to Stephanie Mclarty, Head of Sustainability at Quantum Lifecycle Partners. We explore:What it’s like being a founder How to balance your career with being a parent Overcoming barriers And so much more! FYI we’re manifesting our physical space in DT Toronto📍If you or someone you know wants to get involved, please check out the link below💸 https://impactzero.ca/donate 💸—Connect with Stephanie Mclarty and Quantum Lifecycle Partners! Stephanie Mclarty:Twitter: @REstephmclLinkedIn Quantum Lifecycle PartnersWebsiteListen to their Podcast!LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/quantum-lifecycle-partners-lpFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/quantumlifecycleInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/quantumlifecycle/Twitter: https://twitter.com/QuantumRecycles—Share your thoughts: erin@impactzero.caSupport the showSupport the show

Let’s delve into episode 12! Here’s what you need to know this week:Join our impact zero community! Sign up at impact zero.ca 📝📝📝Keep an eye out for our re-launch party 🥳🤩Join our community! Sign up at impact zero.ca 📝📝📝Shoutout out to our team in general for crushing it week to week. Big things coming 😊We’re still manifesting our physical space, our very own Innovation Center, in DT Toronto📍We’re in major fundraising mode. So if you know anyone who might want to partner with us, reach out or send them our way:💸 https://impactzero.ca/donate 💸Now, let’s jump into our interview with Nalgene’s Elissa McGee—Connect with Elissa Burnell McGee and Nalgene! Elissa Burnell McGee:Twitter: @ElissaJoanLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elissa-burnell-mcgee-53b4bb18/Nalgene: @nalgene on all platforms www.nalgene.com—Share your thoughts: erin@impactzero.caSupport the showSupport the show

Is this episode 7? Nope! It’s episode 11! 🤠🤠What's been going on with us? We threw an event called "Co-creating the Circular Economy because we want to know what community members expect from us, and what we can do better as a non-profit!Keep an eye out for our re-launch party 🥳🤩Join our community! Sign up at impact zero.ca 📝📝📝Shoutout out to our community manager, Mary-Kate Pizzuti  🚀♻️Let’s keep manifesting our physical space, our very own Innovation Center, in DT Toronto📍We’re in major fundraising mode. So if you know anyone who might want to partner with us, reach out or send them our way:💸 https://impactzero.ca/donate 💸Now, let’s jump into our interview with Dr. Christopher Luederitz—Connect with Dr. Luederitz and Pivot!!Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/gopivotorg/Twitter@GoPivotorg@CLuederitzLinkedInPIVOT: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gopivotorgWebsitehttps://www.gopivot.org—Share your thoughts: erin@impactzero.caSupport the showSupport the show

Here we go again it’s episode ten ✨ ✋🤚✨Some quick housekeeping: Join our impact zero community! Sign up at impact zero.ca 📝📝📝Shoutout out to our fundraising director Paul Renard 🚀♻️We’re manifesting our physical space, our very own Innovation Center, in DT Toronto📍We’d love to have your help in making this a reality: 💸 https://impactzero.ca/donate 💸Now, let’s jump into our interview with Krzysztof Wróblewski aka “Chris”—Connect with Chris and Contec! https://contec.tech/https://www.linkedin.com/in/krzysztof-wroblewski-/—Share your thoughts: erin@impactzero.caSupport the show

Someone call Lionel Richie because we’re podcasting All “Nine” Long 🕺🏻🌙 (It's episode 9)—CHECK OUT THE SCALE OF HOPE —🟢 Check out Co-Creating The Circular Economy September 29, 4:30 pm EST ONLINE (Zoom)How can Impact Zero support people and build circular systems? Live and online but bottom line, we want your thoughts and opinions!Can’t make it? Fill out our survey here!🟢 Programming & highlighting team members:Shoutout out to Melissa Suárez, Marketing Director 🚀♻️Connect with Melissa 🟢 Category 3: Fundraising & budget updatesAre you an individual or company who wants to 💸partner 💸with us? Reach out to erin@impactzero.caNow, let’s jump into our interview with Molly Kawahata—Connect with Molly!Systemic Impact Strategies I - https://www.instagram.com/mollykawahata/?hl=enT - https://twitter.com/mollykawahata?lang=enF - https://www.facebook.com/MollyKawahataL - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollykawahata/T - https://www.tiktok.com/@mollykawahatahttps://mollykawahata.com/—Share your thoughts: erin@impactzero.caSupport the showSupport the show