Windsor Youth Centre Accepts Old Recycling Bins
The Windsor Youth Centre begins a new program collecting old Herby Curby bins. Residents can drop off outdated containers to support youth initiatives and proper waste diversion.
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B.C. winds down free take-home safer supply drugs
British Columbia mandates medical supervision for most safer supply drugs after years of evidence showed diversion to the black market. Critics say the policy change came too late.
Recycle BC Expert Shares Holiday Waste Recycling Tips
Ann Goulding from Recycle BC offers essential tips for managing holiday waste in Vancouver. Learn what to recycle, compost, and dispose of properly this season.
Government Suspends Ban on Plastic Waste Exports
The Canadian government has suspended its planned ban on exporting single-use plastic waste. This policy reversal, announced December 24, 2025, marks a significant shift in environmental strategy. Read the details and implications.
Montreal salon recycles beauty waste, including hair
An innovative Montreal salon is leading a green revolution by recycling hair, foils, dye, and aerosol cans. Discover how Aly Ana's is tackling beauty industry waste in Canada.
OPP: Be mindful of curb-side garbage in Windsor
Ontario Provincial Police issue a crucial reminder to Windsor residents about responsible curb-side waste disposal to ensure safety and compliance. Learn what not to put out.
Windsor Reminds Residents to Use Green Bins Over Holidays
The City of Windsor reminds residents to divert food waste from landfills using green bins this holiday season. Proper use helps the environment and city waste goals.
Lethbridge Promotes Waste Reduction During Holidays
As festive waste piles up, Lethbridge officials provide crucial recycling guidelines. Learn what can and cannot be recycled to make your holidays greener.
Aduro Closes US$20 Million Public Offering
London, Ontario's Aduro Clean Technologies has closed a US$20 million underwritten public offering. The funds will accelerate the construction of its demonstration-scale plant for transforming waste plastics and bitumen.
Holiday Recycling Disruptions for 180K Calgary Homes
Over 180,000 Calgary homes face holiday waste pickup changes. The city urges proper sorting as waste volume spikes 25%. Learn how to handle gift wrap, trees, and more.
Foreign worker crushed in Montreal construction site failure
A CNESST investigation reveals fatal 2023 accident occurred due to a complete lack of safety protocols, training, and qualified supervision on a Montreal North construction site. Read the shocking findings.
New ocean species discovered, but plastic pollution beat us
Scientists exploring deep ocean trenches discovered never-before-seen creatures, but found human plastic waste had already arrived. A stark reminder of pollution's reach.
Aduro Clean Tech Prices $20M US Public Offering
London, Ontario's Aduro Clean Technologies announces pricing for a US$20 million underwritten public offering. Funds will support its demonstration-scale plant and R&D. Learn the key details.
Giant Construction Waste Pile Abandoned on Vancouver Site
The Port of Vancouver faces a massive cleanup after terminating a lease with a waste company that left a towering heap of construction debris on a south Vancouver property. Learn about the legal battle and the upcoming removal.
New London charity warehouse to redistribute discarded food
Lionhearts Inc., supported by Gateway Church and Halal Food Bank, opens a London warehouse to rescue surplus food and goods, tackling waste and supporting the community. Learn how this initiative makes a difference.
Calgary Details Holiday Recycling Rules for Christmas Cleanup
The City of Calgary has released its holiday waste sorting guidelines. Learn what gift wrap, boxes, and other festive materials go in the blue, green, or black bins to recycle right this season.
Ontario's New Blue Box Program Saves Communities $200M
Ontario completes its transition to a producer-funded recycling system on Jan 1, 2026. The enhanced Blue Box program will save municipalities over $200 million and make recycling more consistent across the province.
PyroGenesis Signs Contract for Radioactive Waste Plasma Tech
Montreal's PyroGenesis Inc. signs a design contract with a European nuclear decommissioning specialist to develop plasma technology for treating low-level radioactive waste. Read about this innovative Canadian clean-tech solution.
Ontario tire recycling breaks down as scrap piles up
Tire dealers across Ontario are raising alarms as recyclers stop accepting scrap tires, leading to dangerous stockpiles. Learn about the broken system and its environmental risks.
Aduro Graduates Shell Program, Advances Plastic Recycling Tech
Canadian cleantech firm Aduro graduates from Shell's GameChanger after multi-year validation of its Hydrochemolytic™ Technology, a promising solution for converting waste plastics into valuable hydrocarbons.
Toronto company fined $1M for illegal building
A Toronto-based company has been ordered to pay a $1 million penalty by Ontario's construction regulator for constructing homes without the required permits. Learn the details of the enforcement action.
Some Essex Residents Still Without New Recycling Carts
Some Essex County residents are still waiting for new recycling carts as Windsor-Essex transitions its blue box program. Key details on the rollout and what it means for 2026.
Regina Repair Café helps residents fix broken items
Dozens of Regina residents brought broken household items to the local Repair Café on Saturday, promoting sustainability and community skill-sharing. See how this initiative fights waste.
NCC Report Revives Ottawa Interprovincial Bridge Debate
A new report has revived the long-standing debate over a proposed east-end interprovincial bridge in Ottawa. Proponents argue it would divert heavy truck traffic from the downtown core. Read the latest developments.
Toronto Ends Residential Recycling Service in 2026
The City of Toronto will no longer handle residential recycling starting January 1, 2026. Learn what this major change means for you and how it will impact waste collection.
Federal $200M aids Saskatoon compost plant cost overrun
The federal government has announced over $200 million to help the City of Saskatoon manage increased costs for its new compost facility. Ministers Anita Anand and Yasir Naqvi made the announcement on December 3, 2025.
Windsor-Essex Considers Smaller Recycling Bins for 2026
Windsor-Essex is evaluating smaller recycling bin options as the region prepares to transition to a new cart-based blue box program in 2026. Learn about the upcoming changes.
Vancouver groups fight food insecurity, reduce waste
Four major Vancouver organizations are joining forces to tackle food waste and insecurity in the city. Learn how this new coalition plans to make a difference for local communities.
B.C. NDP enforces witnessed consumption for safer supply
The B.C. government announces new rules requiring witnessed consumption of safer-supply drugs, addressing long-standing diversion issues. Critics question the nine-month delay in implementation.
Edmonton scraps Christmas tree curbside pickup for 2025
The City of Edmonton announces waste crews will no longer collect Christmas trees from curbs. Residents must now use alternative disposal methods. Learn the new rules.
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