Recent Beer Store closures in Ottawa are leading to more alcohol containers in blue bins, disrupting Ontario's deposit return system and raising environmental concerns. Learn about the new agreements and impacts.
A dispute over millions in recycling fees has halted Ontario's tire program, causing scrap tires to accumulate across the province. Dealers warn of a growing environmental and logistical crisis.
The City of Calgary has released its holiday waste sorting guidelines. Learn what gift wrap, boxes, and other festive materials go in the blue, green, or black bins to recycle right this season.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Barrie residents get winter curbside collection guidance. Learn proper cart placement, snow clearing requirements, and seasonal schedule changes for garbage and organics.
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.
London's mayor expresses concern as 500+ businesses and non-profits face January deadline for blue box collection. Critical recycling service in jeopardy.
Winnipeg residents urge city to extend curbside leaf collection as autumn piles remain weeks after scheduled pickup. Community concerns grow over neighborhood aesthetics and environmental impact.
Windsor's mayor confirms pathway to secure smaller recycling containers as the blue box program transitions to new carts in 2026. Learn about the upcoming changes.
City of Edmonton provides essential guidance on proper Christmas lights disposal and waste reduction strategies this holiday season. Learn how to recycle responsibly.
York Region mayors declare victory in recycling cart dispute. Municipalities secure control over blue box program implementation. Read about the resolution.
Aduro Clean Technologies achieves milestone as its Hydrochemolytic™ oil from waste plastics proves compatible with industrial steam crackers without costly pretreatment, advancing circular plastics.
York Region mayors express strong dissatisfaction with new recycling agreement, threatening termination if concerns aren't addressed. Read about the escalating conflict.
Barrie residents and local mayors express growing frustration over lack of transparency regarding York Region's new recycling program. Learn about the community concerns.
York Region's transition to new recycling carts faces public resistance, prompting provincial intervention. Learn how this affects waste management plans for 2026.
Canadian mayors voice concerns over new recycling cart implementation set for 2026. Learn how this affects waste management and community response.
Leamington residents receive new recycling carts as Windsor-Essex transitions to an enhanced blue box program in 2026. Learn how this change will improve waste management.
Northstar Clean Technologies launches Canada's first asphalt shingle reprocessing facility east of Calgary, diverting 80,000+ tons annually from landfills. A major step for sustainable construction.