Closing Date: November 30, 2026
Circular Innovation Council (CIC) invites proposals from qualified economic consulting firms, research organizations,
academic teams and/or consortia to undertake a rigorous national and provincial analysis of the economic value generated by
circular-economy activities in Canada. The successful proponent will combine Canadian economic-impact modelling
expertise with a strong understanding of circular economy systems, resource recovery, extended producer responsibility (EPR),
material flows and industry data.
Circular Innovation Council is a non-profit charity and membership-based organization that’s mission is to put circular economy concepts into action. We activate innovative pilots, conduct research, and provide resources and knowledge-sharing opportunities for governments, institutions, and businesses of all size across the Canadian economy to advance circularity.
Canada has significant economic activity associated with recycling, resource recovery, producer-responsibility systems and other circular activities, but these activities are not consistently defined or quantified as an integrated part of the Canadian economy. CIC is undertaking a phased research program to establish a credible evidence base on the economic impact and broader value of circular activity across Canada.
Phase 1 will focus principally on regulated and non-regulated recycling/resource-recovery systems, with national and province/territory-level results beginning with packaging and printed paper and deposit-return system, with additional streams added as CIC confirms them. The work is intended to support evidence-based public policy, investment, industry strategy and future expansion of the analysis into value-retention processes and resource-intensive sectors.
CIC intends to complete the core Phase 1 analysis and final report by March 2027. Proponents should provide a detailed work plan that meets or improves on the following indicative milestones:
Contract award/kickoff: December 10, 2026
Methodology and data plan: December 2026
Primary-data collection: Within 3 months of kickoff
Preliminary modelling/results: March 2027
Validation and revisions: April 2027
Final Phase 1 report and datasets: May 2027
Download the RFP to learn more about the requirements and bidding instructions.
We respectfully acknowledge that we live, work and play on the traditional territory of many Indigenous Nations and we humbly extend our respect to Indigenous individuals, communities and Elders, past and present, as the traditional custodians of this land.
Circular Innovation Council is a registered charity.
Charity Registration Number: 119112118 RR 0001
