Green Economy South Georgian Bay
You want a sustainable future for your business and your community.
We want that too.
Laying the Foundation for a Sustainable Regional Economy
Green Economy South Georgian Bay is a strategic first step toward developing an innovative, locally tailored approach to building a sustainable economy in our region. Grounded in collaboration and a multi-sector partnership model, this initiative seeks to align environmental responsibility with economic resilience.
By identifying and amplifying what’s already working, and testing new ways to support local businesses, we will be positioned to build a long-term, high-impact model.
Shaping a Greener Economy
2025 Survey Results
Earlier this year, we surveyed businesses across South Georgian Bay to learn more about their sustainability goals, challenges, and opportunities. These insights are helping us understand where businesses currently are on their sustainability journey, their awareness, interest, and readiness to take action, so we can better shape our programs and support to meet local needs.
>50%
Of respondents are currently taking action by reducing waste and/or increasing their energy efficiency
65%
Reported that reducing costs & access to funding is the biggest motivator to take action on sustainability.
53%
Note the biggest barrier to taking more sustainable action is cost.
“Information and support are both so important. Sometimes, business owners get lost in the day-to-day, and having guidance in bigger-picture things like sustainability would make a huge difference.”
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This project is the first step in creating innovative ways to build a sustainable and innovative economy specific to the needs and future of our region. A collaborative, multi-sector partnership approach is an essential success factor. An Advisory Committee has been established and includes our funders, climate action teams in Southern Georgian Bay, business and non-profit representatives This committee will play an important role as we work in creating a sustainable economy in our region.
Collaborative partners include:
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The Institute of Southern Georgian Bay*
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Town of the Blue Mountains*
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Town of Collingwood*
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Town of Wasaga Beach
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South Georgian Bay Innovation Fund*
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Climate Action Teams in South Georgian Bay
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Business community representatives
*Also funding the project
The Collingwood Climate Action Team is proud to be the lead organization.
We look forward to working with the community to foster a greener, more resilient economy.
OUR GENEROUS FUNDERS
