Why Packaging Matters
Have you ever wondered why toys are packaged the way they are? Or why certain foods come prepackaged in plastic? To the average consumer this extra packaging may seem unnecessary, but for companies, having proper packaging is a way to ensure their products reach the...
Recycling Week in Manitoba!
Today is the first day of Waste Reduction Week, and the first day of Recycling Week in Manitoba! Our Minister of Conservation and Climate, Sarah Guillemard, has proclaimed the third week of October 2020 and each year moving forward as Recycling Week in Manitoba! This...
We made an app!
Yup, you read that right, we made an APP! After the great feedback we received from residents and municipalities, we decided to turn our Recyclepedia web tool into a mobile app! Whether you’re living in a larger city or rural community, the information on how to...
Contamination in the Blue Bin
Contamination in the blue bin is an ongoing issue at the Material Recovery Facility (MRF) in Manitoba. These are the most common causes of contamination in the blue bin: Items that aren’t on the accepted list for your community. Accepted containers with leftover food...
Five Places to Bring a Reusable Bag
Reusable bags are a great way to reduce the amount of plastic bags we use on an everyday basis while we’re out and about. Here are five places to bring a reusable bag, for those times when you need an extra hand. Convenience Stores/Drug Stores Have you ever...
What is a Circular Economy?
MMSM and our stakeholders are committed to moving toward a circular economy. But what is a circular economy? This is where products and packaging are designed so resources can be reused and reinvested in new products. How is this different from recycling? Rather than...
Bag Up MB Challenge Update
Multi-Material Stewardship Manitoba (MMSM) and Take Pride Winnipeg! have made the difficult decision to put the Bag Up Manitoba Challenge on hold for 2020, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The health and safety of students, teachers, and collection staff are of...
Cheers to Ten Years!
We’re celebrating our 10th anniversary as an organization! Residential recycling in Manitoba has come a long way in the past 10 years and we want to celebrate our accomplishments. Here’s a look back at some of the milestones we’ve achieved over the years. Since 2010,...