ShareWares

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ShareWares is a Vancouver-based company founded by Cody Irwin, focusing on reducing single-use waste through a circular economy platform for reusable food and beverage packaging. The company operates a B2B lending and sharing system that allows businesses to offer reusable cups, takeout containers, and other packaging. Customers can borrow these items using a deposit-return model facilitated by QR codes, making it easy and convenient to choose zero-waste alternatives. The platform features over 20 reusable options, including coffee cups and takeout containers, which are collected, washed, and redistributed from a dedicated facility. ShareWares partners with cafes, restaurants, and event venues to implement zero-waste initiatives, including collaborations with brands like Tim Hortons for custom packaging solutions. The company aims to make reusable borrowing the default choice, contributing to the reduction of single-use waste in Vancouver and beyond.