Holiday Recycling Disruptions for 180K Calgary Homes
Over 180,000 Calgary homes face holiday waste pickup changes. The city urges proper sorting as waste volume spikes 25%. Learn how to handle gift wrap, trees, and more.
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New 'Dignity Bag' Supports Montreal's Can Collectors
A new high-capacity backpack designed in Montreal offers dignity and safety to can collectors, highlighting their crucial role in urban recycling. Discover how this initiative is changing perceptions.
Ottawa Beer Store Closures Raise Recycling Questions
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.
Tire recycling dispute leaves scrap rubber piling up in Ontario
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.
Calgary Details Holiday Recycling Rules for Christmas Cleanup
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's New Blue Box Program Saves Communities $200M
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.
Man charged for unsafe firearm disposal in recycling bin
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.
Ontario tire recycling breaks down as scrap piles up
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.
Aduro Graduates Shell Program, Advances Plastic Recycling Tech
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 Residents Still Without New Recycling Carts
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.
Toronto Ends Residential Recycling Service in 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 Considers Smaller Recycling Bins for 2026
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.
Edmonton scraps Christmas tree curbside pickup for 2025
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.
Workplace fatality at Sussex waste recycling facility
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 N.S. recycling regulations start Monday
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.
Four-Alarm Fire Destroys Laval Auto Recycling Centre
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.
Four-alarm fire still burning at Laval recycling centre
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.
Ontario grocers to stop accepting alcohol empties
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 promises smaller blue bin options
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 businesses face blue box recycling deadline crisis
London's mayor expresses concern as 500+ businesses and non-profits face January deadline for blue box collection. Critical recycling service in jeopardy.
Windsor mayor seeks smaller recycling bins for residents
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.
Edmonton offers holiday waste reduction tips for Christmas
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 Win Blue Bin Cart Showdown
York Region mayors declare victory in recycling cart dispute. Municipalities secure control over blue box program implementation. Read about the resolution.
Aduro's Plastic-Derived Oil Successfully Steam-Cracked
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 Threaten to Scrap Recycling Deal
York Region mayors express strong dissatisfaction with new recycling agreement, threatening termination if concerns aren't addressed. Read about the escalating conflict.
Residents Frustrated with York Region Recycling System
Barrie residents and local mayors express growing frustration over lack of transparency regarding York Region's new recycling program. Learn about the community concerns.
Recycling Bin Pushback Prompts Provincial Response
York Region's transition to new recycling carts faces public resistance, prompting provincial intervention. Learn how this affects waste management plans for 2026.
Mayors Push Back Against New Recycling Carts in Canada
Canadian mayors voice concerns over new recycling cart implementation set for 2026. Learn how this affects waste management and community response.
Ottawa's 28km e-scooter ride sets summer record
A remarkable 2-hour, 28km e-scooter journey in Ottawa marks the longest ride this summer. Discover how micro-mobility is transforming urban transportation in Canadian cities.
Moncton, St. John's have highest violent crime in Canada
New study reveals Atlantic Canada urban areas face highest violent crime rates. Learn about the findings and what it means for community safety across the country.
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