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Most businesses compliant with Edmonton’s single-use item policy, city saysThe policy went into place two months ago, and though the city received more than 500 complaints in July, it only received 120 in August.EnvironmentSep 5
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Canada sets sights on next plastic waste target: food packagingThe federal government is calling for input from grocers, food and beverage producers, provincial governments and the general population.CanadaAug 2
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New Montreal reusable container deposit scheme battles takeout wasteA Montreal non-profit has launched a reusable takeout container deposit scheme, which it hopes will help reduce waste in the city and beyond.EnvironmentJul 13
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City of Waterloo launches new fire hydrant drinking station in Uptown SquareThe city says the season water fountain is part of a pilot project that could be expanded across the city in an attempt to replace single-use water bottles.CanadaJul 5
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As stores ditch shopping bags, what’s next for Canada’s plastic ban?The switch away from single-use plastics has not come without its challenges for businesses looking for sustainable and affordable alternatives.EnvironmentJun 6
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Vancouver city council removes single-use cup fee in majority voteVancouver councillor Rebecca Bligh put forward the motion saying it has done little to change consumer habits and hurts low-income residents.PoliticsFeb 15
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Canadian restaurants swapping out single-use plastics with new takeout wareSome restaurants have already gone through months of trial and error in an effort to find the best alternatives to single-use plastic items.CanadaJan 2
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Manitoba climate change and weather year in review2022 was a big year for Winnipeg's climate, between recor-setting weather events and green initiatives across the city and provinceCanadaDec 29, 2022
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Southern Alberta businesses adjusting to single-use plastics banCanada's ban on the manufacture and import of single-use plastics came into effect on Tuesday.ConsumerDec 22, 2022
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Canada’s single-use plastic ban takes effect on Dec. 20. Here’s what to knowWhile the ban on the manufacture and import of single-use plastics will come into effect Tuesday, the sale of these items will be prohibited as of December 2023.CanadaDec 20, 2022
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