New device catches trash in rivers before it reaches oceans: Dutch inventor
The vessel is designed to be moored in rivers and has a nose shaped to deflect away larger floating debris like tree trunks. Continue reading
Litter
Clayton Park West MLA issues challenge to curb littering, raise awareness
By Jesse Thomas Digital Broadcast Journalist
The MLA has issued a challenge to make Clayton Park West the cleanest riding in Nova Scotia. Continue reading
Zorra Township resident allegedly threatened with gun after confronting litterers
According to police, the suspect threatened a resident who had reportedly asked him to pick up his litter, allegedly indicating he was in possession of a firearm. Continue reading
‘A lot of it I think is laziness’: residents highlight litter issues around HRM
While some trails have garbage collected by HRM staff, others are maintained solely by volunteers, so when people dump their trash it can cost the volunteers money to properly dispose of the garbage. Continue reading
Volunteers clean up Dartmouth Landing for World Oceans Day
By Jesse Thomas Digital Broadcast Journalist
Volunteers clean up litter along the shoreline at Dartmouth Landing as part of World Oceans Day. Continue reading
Vancouver launches pilot program to ‘butt out’ cigarette litter
By Nadia Stewart Videojournalist
The city is buying thousands of “pocket ashtrays” for smokers to put their butts in, rather than throwing them on the ground. Continue reading
‘It’s pretty remarkable’: Volunteers pitch in to clean up the Don Valley
For a second year, the “Don’t Mess With the Don” program called on volunteers to help reverse the damage done by years of illegal dumping. Continue reading
On Earth Day, here’s how Saskatchewan is contributing to a greener Canada
The purpose of Earth Day is to help raise awareness surrounding environmental issues and demonstrate support for environmental protection. Continue reading
City of Hamilton launches battle against cigarette butts
The city has launched a cigarette litter prevention program this week, which aims to reduce litter caused by smoking. Continue reading
City dirtier than last year, says Take Pride Winnipeg
Take Pride Winnipeg says the mess left over from winter on city streets is worse than it has been the past few years. Continue reading