Municipal food waste diversion pilot program

French River FoodCycler Program

We’re excited to launch the French River FoodCycler Pilot Program, a 12-week initiative that helps reduce household food waste and greenhouse gas emissions while producing nutrient-rich soil amendment for your gardens!

Thanks to a partnership with Food Cycle Science and funding support, residents of French River can now register to purchase a FoodCycler™ Eco3 or Eco5 at a significantly discounted price and participate in this community sustainability initiative.

Registration Now Open

Deadline: First come, first served — limited to 100 participants
Registration Link: Click here to register

  • Registration is only open to French River residents
  • Once approved, you’ll receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to purchase your FoodCycler and begin the program
  • If the program reaches capacity, additional registrants will be added to a waitlist

What’s Included

Participants will receive:

  • A FoodCycler™ unit (Eco3 or Eco5) shipped directly to your home
  • A Resident Guide with usage instructions and tips
  • A Gardening Guide for using your finished “Foodilizer”
  • A 12-week tracking sheet to record usage
  • Access to a final feedback survey to help us evaluate the program's success

Discounted Pricing for Residents

ModelCost to ResidentDescription
Eco3$200 + taxCompact, family-friendly
Eco5$300 + taxLarger capacity

All orders include shipping. Accessories such as extra filters and buckets are available for purchase.

How It Works

  1. Register: Click here to register 
  2. Verify Eligibility – we’ll confirm your status and provide access to order your unit
  3. Receive Your FoodCycler – units are shipped directly to you
  4. Track Your Usage – over 12 weeks using the sheet provided
  5. Complete the Final Survey – help us measure the program’s impact

Key Program Dates

  • Registration Launch: By or around April 7, 2025
  • Unit Shipment: Begins ASAP (Direct to Resident)
  • 12-Week Pilot Period: Starts once your unit arrives
  • Survey Deadline & Program Wrap-Up: 12 weeks after you receive your unit

Order Accessories

Need extra filters or buckets? Visit our Municipal Accessories Store to purchase discounted items for your FoodCycler unit.