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.
The Port of Vancouver faces a massive cleanup after terminating a lease with a waste company that left a towering heap of construction debris on a south Vancouver property. Learn about the legal battle and the upcoming removal.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Emergency crews are on scene of a hazardous materials incident near 20 Street and 70 Avenue in southeast Edmonton. Details are developing.
A fatal workplace incident has claimed the life of a recycling employee in Sussex, New Brunswick. WorkSafeNB is leading the investigation into the tragedy.
Windsor launches a pilot program for disposable diaper disposal to combat a major landfill and health hazard. Learn about the initiative starting in 2025.
Simcoe County authorities are investigating a workplace fatality at the Oro-Medonte landfill. Details are limited as the investigation is ongoing. Stay informed with the latest updates.
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 Navan landfill has begun environmental assessment for expansion, raising concerns among local residents about environmental impact and community effects.
Saskatoon students initiate innovative campaign to reduce plastic pollution in their community. Learn how youth are driving environmental change and practical solutions.
Ottawa moves forward with bidding for 475-acre landfill near Carlsbad Springs. Mayor Sutcliffe promises transparency after competitive process concludes. Read latest updates.
Tecumseh residents get extended yard waste collection. Learn about the new schedule and how it benefits local homeowners and the environment.
Barrie residents gain extra week for yard waste disposal with paper bag collection at curb. City extends seasonal service to accommodate fall cleanup needs.
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.
Saskatoon residents face persistent waste processing odours until 2028 as city council debates $93.4 million pipeline solution. Councillor calls 3-year timeline 'awful long time' to fix the problem.
York1 Environmental Waste Solutions has purchased property north of Dresden for landfill operations, raising local concerns about waste management in rural Ontario.
A major sewage line blockage in the Capital Regional District is causing foul odors as crews work to truck waste. Residents are being warned about the temporary inconvenience.
As World Toilet Day approaches, Edmonton officials emphasize proper flushing habits to protect plumbing systems and prevent costly repairs. Learn essential tips for responsible toilet use.
Hundreds of tonnes of illegally dumped waste discovered near Kidlington, Oxfordshire, prompting environmental concerns and community outrage. Learn about the investigation.
England moves to ban plastic wet wipes responsible for massive sewer blockages and fatbergs. Learn how this environmental measure could impact Canadian wastewater systems.
A Sault Ste. Marie-developed food hub app is transforming how Canadian food banks operate, tracking nearly 500,000 pounds of rescued food while slashing administrative work for organizations like Harvest Algoma.
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.
The City of Ottawa is exploring the acquisition of a private landfill to address waste management challenges. Learn about the potential impacts and next steps.