Ontario completes its transition to a producer-funded recycling system on Jan 1, 2026. The enhanced Blue Box program will save municipalities over $200 million and make recycling more consistent across the province.
Get inspired by Ottawa's famous Taffy Lane holiday lights. Experts share tips on themes, energy-efficient LEDs, and simple decor ideas to elevate your outdoor display this season.
A donation box was stolen from the Festival of Northern Lights in Owen Sound, Ont. Police are investigating the incident, which was captured on video surveillance. Read more on the impact.
An Ontario man faces charges after allegedly disposing of a firearm in a residential recycling container. The OPP stresses the dangers of improper weapon handling. Read the full story.
Tire dealers across Ontario are raising alarms as recyclers stop accepting scrap tires, leading to dangerous stockpiles. Learn about the broken system and its environmental risks.
Santa Claus greeted families at Kingsville's Lakeside Park for Breakfast with Santa, part of the Fantasy of Lights festival featuring over 50 displays until Jan. 6. Discover the holiday magic.
Canadian cleantech firm Aduro graduates from Shell's GameChanger after multi-year validation of its Hydrochemolytic™ Technology, a promising solution for converting waste plastics into valuable hydrocarbons.
As December deepens, Edmonton's festive transformation accelerates with professional and residential holiday lighting installations creating a brighter season. Discover the local efforts.
Some Essex County residents are still waiting for new recycling carts as Windsor-Essex transitions its blue box program. Key details on the rollout and what it means for 2026.
Residents can now nominate homes with outstanding holiday displays for the Windsor-Tecumseh Griswold Awards. Celebrate festive cheer and community spirit!
Your guide to Ottawa's weekend events from Santa's Parade of Lights to a new ByWard Market security pilot. Discover festive fun and local news for December 5-7, 2025.
The City of Toronto will no longer handle residential recycling starting January 1, 2026. Learn what this major change means for you and how it will impact waste collection.
Old Montreal transforms into a winter wonderland with the Parcours Lumineux light installations and cozy fire pits, aiming to attract visitors during the cold season. Discover the magic.
Windsor-Essex is evaluating smaller recycling bin options as the region prepares to transition to a new cart-based blue box program in 2026. Learn about the upcoming changes.
The City of Edmonton announces waste crews will no longer collect Christmas trees from curbs. Residents must now use alternative disposal methods. Learn the new rules.
Discover the festive magic in Metro Vancouver for Christmas 2025. Our guide lists must-visit events like the Robson Square rink and VanDusen lights. Plan your holiday season now!
A fatal workplace incident has claimed the life of a recycling employee in Sussex, New Brunswick. WorkSafeNB is leading the investigation into the tragedy.
New recycling regulations come into force in Nova Scotia on Monday, December 1, 2025. Learn what the changes mean for residents and businesses across the province.
A massive four-alarm fire at a Laval auto recycling centre burned for over 15 hours. No injuries were reported, but the building is a total loss. Investigation into the cause is underway.
A major four-alarm blaze at a Laval auto-recycling facility continues to burn as firefighters work to contain the stubborn fire. Stay updated on developments.
Families in Orléans celebrated the start of the holiday season with Santa's Parade of Lights on November 29, 2025. Discover the magical community event that brought joy to Ottawa.
Calgary's Ronald McDonald House illuminates with holiday lights to raise awareness and funds, supporting families with sick children. Discover how you can help this season.
Canadian researchers in Saskatchewan are studying space storms that can disrupt power grids and communications. Learn how these cosmic events affect life on Earth.
Discover how solar activity and space weather phenomena can disrupt power grids, satellites, and communications systems across Canada and globally. Learn about space weather monitoring.
The Bright Lights festival officially opened at Jackson Park in Windsor on November 28, 2025, creating a spectacular winter attraction for local families and visitors to enjoy throughout the holiday season.
An elk in Canmore got Christmas lights stuck on its antlers, prompting Bow Valley WildSmart to issue crucial wildlife safety guidelines for the holiday season.
Calgary's newest Christmas spectacle, Holiday Wonder, features millions of dazzling lights inside the BMO Centre. Discover this magical winter attraction transforming Calgary's holiday scene.
Discover the brightest Christmas light displays across Metro Vancouver for 2025. Help us build our interactive map by submitting your festive home decoration!
A new agreement will allow Ontario grocery stores to stop accepting beer and wine container returns starting 2025. Learn how this impacts recycling and consumer convenience.
Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens announces a solution for residents struggling with new oversized recycling bins. A pathway to smaller bins is coming. Read the latest on Ontario's new recycling program.