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Step 1ALTProgressive is bold

It sees the bigger picture.

And while progressive sees the harmony of customers, business and the planet, it also knows that good intentions without action isn't worth a hill of beans. No, plans have to be made, implemented and just plain done.

Perhaps you have a vision but don't know how to make it real. Don't worry, because if you have the will, we have the way. Let us be your partner and we'll make it happen.

Are you progressive?
Our mission is to contribute to economic and environmental sustainability. This will be achieved through the design, implementation and management of effective and efficient product stewardship programs.
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Step 2Who we areWho we are

Progressive starts with the right people, equipped with the right skills, experience and passion to deliver the job – to the highest possible standards. And so, to design, implement and manage any kind of product stewardship program, we have over 40 of the best people on our staff, for every step of the way. Our people have expertise in areas of operations, customer service, data review and analysis, IT, program design and management, and communications.

Meet the team
Old computers never die, with a little environmental stewardship they simply come back as something better.
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Step 1What we doWhat we do

We turn progressive thought into progressive action. Our Stewardship Program Plans help our clients get from policy to implementation. Whether it's for computers or pop cans, we deliver the strategy for success.

Specifically, what we do is this: analyze the current situation; identify best practices in your jurisdiction and internationally; identify and engage stakeholders; and then take proven methodologies and adapt them to local needs to frame the implementation.

Working for your company, your industry sector or across an entire product waste group, we ensure you can deliver an effective product or packaging stewardship program. We can help you meet your goals and the requirements of legislators, industry and citizens. This is progressive planning for a better society, a better economy and a better environment.

Are you progressive?
If stacked end to end, the estimated amount of garbage created in the world is somewhere in the vicinity of 4 to 5 billion tons. That’s enough to fill enough trucks to form a line to the moon.
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Step 1How we do itHow we do it

We're proud of the expertise and commitment of our staff when it comes to designing, implementing and managing product stewardship programs. Our experience is utilized by industry, government and private clients across North America and Europe.

Project teams, featuring specialized talents, are assigned for each client's individual needs. It's how we ensure excellence is delivered every step of the way, from program planning to operations.

Strategic skills
Today, more communities are recycling, while only a small amount of corporations have programs in place to manage their waste. We aim to help change all of this.
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Step 5Step 5Our experience

As the leading consulting and management company in Canada focused on the design and implementation of packaging and product stewardship programs, we bring decades of experience from across North America and internationally.

In fact, for over 30 years, we have gone where no one has gone before. We have accomplished numerous industry firsts and we will continue to forge ahead, innovate and lead the way boldly into the future.

Our experience
Derek Stephenson, our President, speaks around the world sharing his expertise on the challenges and success stories relating to stewardship programs ensuring progression in all areas of responsibility.  He is continually called upon locally and internationally for his guidance on individual programs or, simply, how to get started.
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Step 6Step 6Talk to us

Derek Stephenson
Toll free: 1-888-277-2762
26 Wellington Street East, Ste 601
Toronto, Ontario
M5E 1S2

info@stewardedge.ca

We are always seeking like-minded people to join our team. Progressive management consulting with an interest in making the planet greener is important in the boardroom and at the curb.  We don’t handle waste, we handle industry. Send us your resume for future possibilities.

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This is what it is all about. Finding ways to do business, transform the products today into something else, win the hearts of customers and protect the planet for generations to come.
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