The Zero Waste Conference, hosted by Metro Vancouver, converges presentations, audience participation, thought leaders and networking opportunities. The event attracts interest from the business sector, sustainability practitioners, academia, all orders of government, and the broader general public within the Metro Vancouver region, across Canada, and the globe.
Whether you are a seasoned professional or a curious newcomer, this conference offers something for everyone. With inspiring keynotes, engaging interactive workshops, and innovator spotlights, you'll come away with fresh insights, practical strategies, and a renewed sense of optimism for the future.
Date
Thursday, November 27, 2025
Location
Located on Vancouver’s downtown waterfront with a dramatic mountain backdrop, the award-winning Vancouver Convention Centre offers one of the most beautiful settings in the world.
Vancouver Convention Centre – East
999 Canada Place
Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 3C1
Ticket prices
Conference ticket - access to full conference experience, including keynotes, workshops, and networking events
- Extra Early Bird Rate
$275 + GST (until July 27)
- Early Bird Rate $350 + GST (until September 27)
- Regular Rate
$395 + GST (September 28 - noon November 24)
Virtual ticket - access to plenary sessions
Does not include workshops or networking events. Networking available via conference app only.
Student - access to full conference experience, including keynotes, workshops, and networking events
Proof of student ID and institution name required.
Employee of a Metro Vancouver Member Municipality or Tsawwassen First Nation
Staff working for a municipality or Treaty First Nation that is a member of Metro Vancouver receive a discount rate.
Must register with your work email. View list of
Metro Vancouver members.
Register now