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Friday Keynote - Making the Most of What We Don't Want
Presented by: Paul Slyman, Director Parks & Environmental Services, Metro Portland
Friday Keynote – Making the Most of What We Don’t Want
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This is your last chance to take advantage of our incredible tours or golf! ![]()
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Tour 1 -![]()
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Beyond the Bin Bus Tour:![]()
Tour a local landfill, transfer station and recycling facilities in the area![]()
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Departs: Wednesday, May 13 at 12:00 PM![]()
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Light lunch is provided![]()
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Tour 2 - Low-Carbon Design Walking Tour (includes the Blackcomb Mountain Gondola ride):![]()
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This is the tour that everyone will be talking about. See the best of Whistler with an experience that blends sustainability, culture, and unforgettable scenery. Explore circular fashion in a unique vintage shop, tour an ultra energy-efficient PassivHaus building (home to the Austria Olympic team) and finish with a breathtaking gondola ride.![]()
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Departs: Wednesday, May 13 at 11:30 AM (new time)![]()
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Light lunch is provided.![]()
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Golf Experience at the Fairmont Whistler Chateau Golf Club:![]()
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Join fellow conference attendees on the course for a fun, relaxed golf experience—perfect for networking, unwinding, and enjoying the stunning Whistler landscape.![]()
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Spots are limited—secure your place now and make the most of your time at the conference!![]()
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Link to register for tours or golf:![]()
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lnkd.in/gRj7D_EG![]()
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PFAS - what exactly is it? Why should we be aware of it? Session 6B: Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) will dive into what you need to know.![]()
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Join our leading PFAS experts: ![]()
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- Sam Huang, HDR![]()
- Patrick Stanford, Coviana![]()
- Kent Jensen, Skagen Energy Services![]()
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This session will provide valuable insights into managing PFAS within solid waste systems. A special thank you to our session sponsor, Sniffer Robotics, Inc.![]()
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We look forward to welcoming all of you to our SOLD OUT conference and this important and timely discussion.![]()
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Data is driving smarter, more effective decision-making across the waste sector—and Session 4A: Data Measurement will showcase how.![]()
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Taking place at the sold-out SWANA Canadian Solid Waste Conference in Whistler, this session features an exceptional lineup of industry leaders:![]()
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Jordan Kafka, HDR![]()
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Nathalie Marble, Stantec & Paul Henderson, Metro Vancouver![]()
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Jenny English & Jamie Lahtinen, Envisio![]()
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Jodi Tomchyshyn London, JTL Squared Consulting![]()
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From tracking performance to improving transparency and outcomes, this session will explore how data measurement is shaping the future of solid waste management.![]()
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We look forward to welcoming attendees for what promises to be a valuable and engaging discussion.![]()
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Join us for Landfill fire training which will take place on Wednesday, June 3, from 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM virtually. ![]()
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Designed for landfill operators, fire service teams, and regulatory professionals, this training will elevate your understanding and readiness when it comes to landfill fire risks.![]()
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Through real-world case studies and expert insights, you’ll gain practical, actionable strategies to prevent, control, and respond effectively to landfill fires. Key topics include fire behaviour, root causes, prevention methods, emergency response planning, landfill gas management, worker safety, and the environmental and financial implications of fire incidents.![]()
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Whether you’re on the front lines or in a leadership role, you’ll walk away with valuable tools to enhance safety, minimize risk, and safeguard your site and community.![]()
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Hosted live on Zoom, this course is proudly developed and delivered by the SWANA Northern Lights and Pacific Chapters.![]()
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Register by May 19 to secure your place and ensure delivery of course materials: lnkd.in/eyFvUpjq
Don’t miss out on our exclusive tours and golf experience—there’s still time to register!![]()
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Tour 2: Landmarks, Lifestyle & Low-Carbon Tour (Blackcomb Mountain Gondola Ride)![]()
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This is the tour everyone will be talking about. Experience the very best of Whistler – from sustainability, culture to breathtaking scenery. From discovering circular fashion in a one-of-a-kind vintage shop, to an optional iconic stops at Whistler Olympic Plaza, to exploring a cutting-edge PassivHaus building (built for the Austrian Olympic team) to the highlight - an unforgettable ride on the Blackcomb Gondola, offering stunning panoramic mountain views that will truly wow! Tour includes a light lunch. ![]()
Departs: Wednesday, May 13 at 11:30 AM (new time!) ![]()
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Golf Experience at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Club![]()
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Join fellow attendees at the spectacular Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Club for a relaxed and enjoyable round of golf. It’s the perfect opportunity to network, unwind, and take in the incredible Whistler landscape.![]()
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Spots are limited—don’t miss out! Make sure to register for the tours and golf while space is still available and make the most of your conference experience.![]()
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👉 Secure your spot today: lnkd.in/gRj7D_EG![]()
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