Vancouver apartment and condo buildings will receive new pink recycling bins in 2026 to collect flexible plastics like bags and wrappers. Learn how this program works and what it means for the city's waste diversion goals.
Cleanfarms strengthens its governance with the appointment of Bob Lepischak, a Manitoba grain producer and agricultural leader, to its Board of Directors. Discover how his expertise will shape national recycling programs.
The federal government has quietly reversed its ban on exporting single-use plastics just before Christmas 2025. The move, citing tariffs and supply chain issues, signals a shift in environmental policy. Read the full analysis.
The federal government proposes to cancel its export ban on single-use plastics, admitting the policy harms Canadian businesses without environmental benefit. Read the details.
The federal government suspends a key plastics export ban, arguing economic costs outweigh environmental benefits. A 70-day consultation begins as domestic bans continue.
Ottawa suspends a planned ban on exporting plastic bags, straws, and cutlery, citing economic pressures. A new 70-day consultation period is now open. Read the details.
London, Ontario's Aduro Clean Technologies has closed a US$20 million underwritten public offering. The funds will accelerate the construction of its demonstration-scale plant for transforming waste plastics and bitumen.
London, Ontario's Aduro Clean Technologies announces pricing for a US$20 million underwritten public offering. Funds will support its demonstration-scale plant and R&D. Learn the key details.
Aduro Clean Technologies achieves milestone as its Hydrochemolytic™ oil from waste plastics proves compatible with industrial steam crackers without costly pretreatment, advancing circular plastics.
Northern Ontario food banks face new financial strain as single-use plastics ban forces them to purchase reusable containers and bags, diverting funds from food purchases.