Winnipeg encouraged to expand program that combats illegal dumping
By Diana Foxall Reporter
Winnipeg’s public service is asking city councillors for $150,000 to fund an expanded surveillance program to combat illegal dumping. Continue reading
Illegal Dumping
Two year camera project on illegal dumping shows mixed results: city report
By Amber McGuckin Reporter
Photos from 2016 show piles of garbage, building materials and furniture scattered in spots around the city from people illegally dumping. Continue reading
More enforcement and resources needed to curb illegal dumping near Penticton
By Shelby Thom South Okanagan Video Journalist
The South Okanagan Trail Alliance and the Penticton Indian Band say more needs to be done to fight illegal dumping and littering on public and reserve lands. Continue reading
Surveillance program nabbing more illegal dumpers in Winnipeg
A pilot project using hi-tech surveillance cameras is resulting in more illegal dumping convictions and more public awareness of the problem, according to the city. Continue reading
Cameras to catch Okanagan residents dumping garbage illegally
By Klaudia Van Emmerik Anchor/Reporter
Okanagan residents are set to keep a closer eye on illegal dumping in the wilderness… Continue reading
Saskatoon resident angered by illegal dumping in back alley
By Meaghan Craig Reporter
Illegal dumping of garbage angers Saskatoon citizens who have to deal with others’ rubbish. Continue reading
Illegal dumping task force producing results
By Kelly Hayes Video Journalist
Tons of garbage have since been removed from Central Okanagan forests. Continue reading
Cleanup continues in memory of man who disappeared from Kelowna backcountry 3 years ago
By Neetu Garcha Video Journalist
The Okanagan Forest Task Force (OFTF) has cleaned up two sites since the group started its effort at the end of August and a third cleanup effort is planned for Nov. 5, according to OFTF spokesperson Kane Blake. Continue reading
Moncton traditional scout leader fed up with garbage along Petitcodiac River
By Shelley Steeves Senior Correspondent
The environment department says they’re aware of the dumping and the oil spill and plans to clean up the mess this week. Continue reading
Township of Langley campaign targets ‘IDIOTS’ who dump garbage illegally
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
The Township of Langley has launched an unusual campaign against a problem that costs them hundreds of thousands of dollars a year. Continue reading
