Holiday Recycling Tips

December 2019 | Archives

As we kick-off the holidays, it’s important to keep the environment in mind. Whether you’re attending holiday parties or shopping for presents, here’s a list of ways to be more eco-friendly this season.   Choose Reusable Choose items that can be reused over and...

Recycling Do’s and Don’ts

November 2019 | Archives, Contamination, Guides, Recycling

As market conditions change, what items are accepted in your blue bin can change over time. However, how you prepare your recyclables for collection should stay the same. Here’s a list of recycling do’s and don’ts. Do: Ensure your containers are empty As a general...

Go Green This Back to School!

September 2019 | Archives, Guides, Recycling, Reduce & Reuse

Whether we like it or not, summer has ended and it’s time for everyone to head back to school. It’s also a great time of year to get your household back into a routine and to introduce new habits. Here are some tips on how to make your routine more eco-friendly and...

Backyard Recycling in Manitoba

July 2019 | Aluminum & Steel, Archives, Contamination, Guides, Recycling

Whether you like to plant flowers, vegetables, or herbs, or work on projects in the yard, summer season is in full swing. But what do you do with the extra plastic and packaging once you’re done setting everything up? Here’s a list of items commonly used in the yard...

New Educational Program!

June 2019 | Archives

We’ve teamed up with Earth Rangers for a new program geared toward Manitoba youth. We’re excited to be sponsoring their newest mission, R.A.W.R. (Rescue Animals While Recycling)! When children pledge to take the mission, they’ll be directed to take steps to ensure...

What is Plogging?

April 2019 | Archives

With spring here and the snow melting away, it’s hard to turn a blind eye to the litter and garbage that has been left behind. That’s why we’re encouraging you to get out and go plogging! If you haven’t heard of it, it’s a new activity where you pick up litter while...

Tips For Tidying Up Your Home

January 2019 | Archives, Guides, Recycling

Happy New Year! Most people associate the New Year with a new, fresh start. Netflix launched “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo” on January 1st and since then, the tidying craze has begun. Many of us have started to use the KonMari method as a way to clean up our home. Here...