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Lethbridge collects nearly 4,000 tonnes of organic waste in first 6 months of green cartsResidents of Lethbridge have embraced new household routines to sort through organic waste. The city estimates 85 per cent of people are using green carts.EnvironmentOct 16, 2023
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Saskatoon black cart size options one step closer to realityAn implementation plan for different-sized black carts in Saskatoon was passed by committee on Tuesday.CanadaSep 5, 2023
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Winnipeg report recommends city-wide composting program after successful pilotA three-year pilot program testing the project was such a positive experience that 66 per cent of participants said they'd be willing to kick in an extra $8 a month to keep it.EnvironmentSep 1, 2023
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Over 3,000 tonnes of compostable material diverted from Saskatoon dumpThe city stressed that only BPI-certified compostable bags can be used in the bins, adding that 13 per cent of green cart collections needed to be diverted to the landfill.CanadaJun 14, 2023
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‘We’re finally ready’: Organics collection begins this week in LethbridgeLethbridge's new organics collection begins Tuesday for the first time.EnvironmentMay 15, 2023
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‘Hang on and try them’: Saskatoon still rolling out new green cartsA monthly average utility fee of $6.73 will start appearing on utility bills in May to cover program management and education.CanadaApr 14, 2023
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Lethbridge curbside organics collection expanding city-wide in MayAround 32,000 green carts are being delivered to homes throughout Lethbridge in advance of curbside organics collection.EnvironmentApr 13, 2023
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Saskatoon morning news rewind: Thursday, March 2Here's a look back on who was on 'Global News Morning Saskatoon' for Thursday, March 2.Mar 2, 2023
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Saskatoon rolls out green carts for organic waste in springDirector of Water and Waste Operations Brendan Lemke said this is the next step in diverting waste from the landfill.EnvironmentFeb 13, 2023
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Edmonton’s new garbage cart program diverting more waste from landfillsEdmonton's new waste sorting and cart collection program is being touted a success in its first year.EnvironmentJan 20, 2022
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