Recycling
Federal government to look into single-use plastics ban: source
A process that will look into a ban will be announced Monday, and the ban could come into effect as early as 2021, according to an anonymous source. Continue reading
Lacombe ends curbside recycling, searches for viable alternative
The city ended curbside recycling pickup at the end of May after the contract expired for the previous waste management company. Continue reading
Plastic industry major economic driver in Canada — far greater than recycling: report
An analysis of Canada’s plastic industry shows the industry producing plastic dwarfs the industry trying to recycle it. Continue reading
Despite tighter rules, unwanted Canadian trash still is showing up overseas
Malaysia this week is demanding Canada pay to take back a shipping container filled with plastic grocery bags and packaging the Malaysian government says is too contaminated to be recycled. Continue reading
Canada can expect more nations to send trash back: expert
Canada is a world leader in waste production. Trash is being thrown right back in its face. And recycling isn’t exactly a solution, said one expert. Continue reading
‘Why don’t we help the environment?’: Edmonton company gets into business of paper straws
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
Mickey Gois started Royal Paper Industries in Aug. 2017 to offer paper straws as an alternative to plastic straws. Continue reading
Recycling contamination in blue bins ‘a big problem,’ says Central Okanagan regional district
Regional district says contamination at 8 per cent; goal is to be at 3 per cent. Continue reading
Alberta-made website uses AI to scan your recyclable bottles and estimate worth
Corral also gives you the option of putting your recyclables up for sale to the highest bidder or donate your bottles to a charity. Continue reading
Lethbridge residents voice concerns over biweekly waste collection
Joel Sanchez, the city’s general manager of waste and recycling, said there are ways to combat odour, including using dryer sheets and baking soda. Continue reading
Blue box materials contractor drops lawsuit against City of Hamilton
Ferguson adds that the city doesn’t permit “anyone who is suing us to bid on our work.” Continue reading