Charity Bins

• Death of woman stuck in Vancouver donation bin prompts calls for change

  There are calls for improved safety measures after yet another death involving a Vancouver-area clothing donation bin.

  Jul 24, 2018
  
• Charitable donation bins being used as dumpsters across Peterborough

  Charity donation bins in Peterborough are routinely being used as dumpster across the city.

  Canada

  Aug 29, 2017
  
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• Competition Bureau orders two Montreal collection bin operators to change ways

  The bureau took action so consumers can make informed decisions before donating, while also warning other companies considering using such deceptive approaches.

  Canada

  May 11, 2016
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• Vaudreuil limits charity bins to 20

  The City of Vaudreuil has introduced a new bylaw limiting the number of charity bins allowed.

  Canada

  Dec 7, 2015
• NDG to regulate non-profit collection bins to avoid scams

  Renaissance Quebec is feeling the pinch as private, for-profit clothing donation bins are popping up across Montreal - and NDG city councillor Lionel Perez is calling for change.

  Canada

  Jun 2, 2015
• Garbage piling up around charity bins on Vancouver’s streets

  It appears some people around Vancouver are using these donation bins as a dumping ground to avoid costs at the landfill or having a company collect from their house, which can cost money.

  Oct 1, 2014