Building Gabriola Island’s circular economy hub.
Transforming plastic waste and food scraps into local environmental, social, and economic value.
One Earth Recovery is a social enterprise in development, working with PHC Gabriola and GIRO to create a local system for plastics recovery, compost generation, and community benefit.
Developed in partnership with PHC Gabriola and GIRO.
The Opportunity
Local waste streams can become local assets.
Gabriola Island already has the material base for circular recovery: plastic waste from households and businesses, and food scraps that can be processed into valuable compost.
Project Model
Two recovery streams. One local system.
One Earth Recovery combines complementary processing streams that keep resources in use and generate local value.
Plastic Recycling Stream
Inspired by the Precious Plastic model, this stream collects, sorts, shreds, and processes reclaimed plastics into remanufactured products.
- Small remanufactured products
- Functional local-use products
- Educational demonstrations
Compost Stream
Food scraps from residents and businesses will be processed using static aerated piles, producing nutrient-rich compost for local growers.
- Low-tech and effective method
- Bulk compost output
- 10% donated to community gardens
Why This Matters
A place-based solution for climate action and community resilience.
Local Partnership
Rooted in trusted community relationships.
One Earth Recovery is being developed in partnership with organizations that bring local credibility, operational knowledge, and community connection.
PHC
GABRIOLA
GIRO
These partners help position One Earth Recovery as a grounded, community-aligned effort with strong local legitimacy.
Current Phase
Seeking early-stage funding and strategic support.
One Earth Recovery is currently in the planning and development phase. We are seeking funding and aligned partners to help move the project from concept to implementation.
Next Steps
Help build the foundation.
We are inviting conversations with funders, partners, and supporters aligned with circular economy development, climate action, and community resilience.