Metro Vancouver Forms Advisory Committee for Solid Waste Management Plan Update | http://www.metrovancouver.org/media-room/media-releases/solid-waste/727/Metro Vancouver Forms Advisory Committee for Solid Waste Management Plan Update | 727 | Metro Vancouver Forms Advisory Committee for Solid Waste Management Plan Update | GP0|#8fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35;L0|#08fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35|Solid Waste;GTSet|#64da97b8-3db1-484c-a198-6cf0e7460889 | <div class="ExternalClass49E8228230EE42758760EB45C4844D8E"><p>Metro Vancouver's Board of Directors has selected a 31-member Solid Waste Management Plan Public/Technical Advisory Committee to help guide the review and <a href="/services/solid-waste/engagement/swmp/Pages/default.aspx">update of the region's solid waste management plan</a>, which sets out goals and objectives for waste reduction, recycling, and management in the region.<br></p></div> | 2022-06-27T07:00:00Z | | | string;#2022 |
New United Boulevard Recycling and Waste Centre Opening Soon | http://www.metrovancouver.org/media-room/media-releases/solid-waste/714/New United Boulevard Recycling and Waste Centre Opening Soon | 714 | New United Boulevard Recycling and Waste Centre Opening Soon | GP0|#8fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35;L0|#08fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35|Solid Waste;GTSet|#64da97b8-3db1-484c-a198-6cf0e7460889 | <div class="ExternalClass8E699C2F149448A3B7441C90BCF4EE7A"><p>Metro Vancouver's new United Boulevard Recycling and Waste Centre will open on March 14. Located at 995 United Boulevard in Coquitlam, this one-stop drop-off facility will make recycling and waste management more convenient for the region's residents. <br></p></div> | 2022-03-07T08:00:00Z | | | string;#2022 |
Food Scraps Recycling Helps the Environment, Creates Valuable Resources | http://www.metrovancouver.org/media-room/media-releases/solid-waste/709/Food Scraps Recycling Helps the Environment, Creates Valuable Resources | 709 | Food Scraps Recycling Helps the Environment, Creates Valuable Resources | GP0|#8fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35;L0|#08fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35|Solid Waste;GTSet|#64da97b8-3db1-484c-a198-6cf0e7460889 | <div class="ExternalClassF2FEF6C8D64B49E7920F199E5A201333"><p>Putting food scraps like banana peels and eggshells in the green bin is an easy way for Metro Vancouver residents to do their part to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help mitigate climate change.<br></p></div> | 2022-01-10T08:00:00Z | | | string;#2022 |
River District Becomes First Customer for Metro Vancouver District Energy Project | http://www.metrovancouver.org/media-room/media-releases/solid-waste/708/River District Becomes First Customer for Metro Vancouver District Energy Project | 708 | River District Becomes First Customer for Metro Vancouver District Energy Project | GP0|#8fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35;L0|#08fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35|Solid Waste;GTSet|#64da97b8-3db1-484c-a198-6cf0e7460889 | <div class="ExternalClass22249D9313F6437F86A66C15D1FFD3F2">Residents and businesses in Vancouver’s River District community will soon have their space and water heating needs met with energy generated by Metro Vancouver’s Waste-to-Energy Facility. <br> </div> | 2022-01-06T08:00:00Z | | | string;#2022 |
Superhabits Save the Day: Everyday Superheroes Save Our Region By Reducing Single-Use Items | http://www.metrovancouver.org/media-room/media-releases/solid-waste/664/Superhabits Save the Day: Everyday Superheroes Save Our Region By Reducing Single-Use Items | 664 | Superhabits Save the Day: Everyday Superheroes Save Our Region By Reducing Single-Use Items | GP0|#8fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35;L0|#08fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35|Solid Waste;GTSet|#64da97b8-3db1-484c-a198-6cf0e7460889 | <div class="ExternalClassE2515AE015A84E469F79AD2FBEEFE65D"><p>Making reusable items part of a daily routine can make Metro Vancouver residents everyday superheroes! Actions like bringing reusable bags to the grocery store or packing lunch in a reusable container are more than just small habits — they are Superhabits that will go a long way to reducing waste in our region. </p></div> | 2021-06-10T07:00:00Z | | | string;#2021 |
From Old Mattresses to Disposable Masks, Put Waste in its Place | http://www.metrovancouver.org/media-room/media-releases/solid-waste/652/From Old Mattresses to Disposable Masks, Put Waste in its Place | 652 | From Old Mattresses to Disposable Masks, Put Waste in its Place | GP0|#8fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35;L0|#08fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35|Solid Waste;GTSet|#64da97b8-3db1-484c-a198-6cf0e7460889 | <div class="ExternalClass31AE9E849E8A4F1992D27521196FAEE5"><p></p><p>It’s that time of year when the days get brighter, the weather warms up and the region’s residents start spring cleaning. Metro Vancouver has resources to help residents ensure their unwanted items get properly recycled or disposed of — not illegally dumped. <br></p></div> | 2021-03-22T07:00:00Z | | | string;#2021 |
Plenty of Ways to Prevent Clothing Waste in Metro Vancouver Amid Pandemic | http://www.metrovancouver.org/media-room/media-releases/solid-waste/649/Plenty of Ways to Prevent Clothing Waste in Metro Vancouver Amid Pandemic | 649 | Plenty of Ways to Prevent Clothing Waste in Metro Vancouver Amid Pandemic | GP0|#8fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35;L0|#08fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35|Solid Waste;GTSet|#64da97b8-3db1-484c-a198-6cf0e7460889 | <div class="ExternalClass6015A58CCE3349F8887C19D23FB62067"><p>The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way Metro Vancouver residents buy and dispose of clothing, but there are still many ways people can keep textile materials out of the trash. From smart shopping and mending, to creative repurposing and donation, a campaign encouraging people to "think thrice" about their clothes is ready with tips and ideas.</p></div> | 2021-02-23T08:00:00Z | | | string;#2021 |
Bubbling Over with Bubble Wrap? Waste-Conscious Shoppers Get Creative to Create Memories, Not Garbage | http://www.metrovancouver.org/media-room/media-releases/solid-waste/643/Bubbling Over with Bubble Wrap? Waste-Conscious Shoppers Get Creative to Create Memories, Not Garbage | 643 | Bubbling Over with Bubble Wrap? Waste-Conscious Shoppers Get Creative to Create Memories, Not Garbage | GP0|#8fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35;L0|#08fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35|Solid Waste;GTSet|#64da97b8-3db1-484c-a198-6cf0e7460889 | <div class="ExternalClass6EAD676583834B5288A52DBB0B6F618D"><p>The ongoing surge in online shopping-related shipping and packaging materials means creating a holiday with less waste will be about more than just creating lasting memories, and Metro Vancouver is helping waste-conscious gift-givers make thoughtful decisions about shipping material, packaging, gifts, decorations, wrapping and more.<br></p></div> | 2020-11-25T08:00:00Z | | | string;#2020 |
COVID-19 Driving Some Canadians to Waste Less Food - Survey | http://www.metrovancouver.org/media-room/media-releases/solid-waste/632/COVID-19 Driving Some Canadians to Waste Less Food - Survey | 632 | COVID-19 Driving Some Canadians to Waste Less Food - Survey | GP0|#8fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35;L0|#08fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35|Solid Waste;GTSet|#64da97b8-3db1-484c-a198-6cf0e7460889 | <div class="ExternalClassEE98625C8F4D461E8DED34DC97EFD9B2"><p>A new nation-wide survey shows that some Canadians are wasting less food while COVID-19 public health measures have been in place. Love Food Hate Waste Canada, delivered by the National Zero Waste Council in conjunction with its campaign partners, worked with the Mustel Group to understand how food purchasing, storage, consumption and waste behaviours have changed since the introduction of quarantine and physical distancing measures.</p></div> | 2020-09-15T07:00:00Z | | | string;#2020 |
Clothing Donation And Repair Is Key To Tackling Textile Waste in Metro Vancouver | http://www.metrovancouver.org/media-room/media-releases/solid-waste/597/Clothing Donation And Repair Is Key To Tackling Textile Waste in Metro Vancouver | 597 | Clothing Donation And Repair Is Key To Tackling Textile Waste in Metro Vancouver | GP0|#8fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35;L0|#08fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35|Solid Waste;GTSet|#64da97b8-3db1-484c-a198-6cf0e7460889 | <div class="ExternalClass0229CBC4156C45B996B55AAE9D642C9B"><p>Metro Vancouver is encouraging residents to "think thrice" before tossing that ugly blouse, ripped jeans or socks with holes into the garbage. Most unwanted clothing items can be repurposed, donated or repaired, reducing the amount of waste in the region.</p></div> | 2020-02-18T08:00:00Z | | | string;#2020 |
Tis The Season To Create Memories, Not Garbage | http://www.metrovancouver.org/media-room/media-releases/solid-waste/592/Tis The Season To Create Memories, Not Garbage | 592 | Tis The Season To Create Memories, Not Garbage | GP0|#8fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35;L0|#08fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35|Solid Waste;GTSet|#64da97b8-3db1-484c-a198-6cf0e7460889 | <div class="ExternalClassA4823F6DD27C401EB4ED3A5F1ACCDB7C"><p>With the holiday season upon us, Metro Vancouver wants to help residents think sustainably this Christmas, with its annual <a href="/services/solid-waste/reduction-reuse/create-memories/"><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Create Memories, Not Garbage</span></a> campaign. For almost a decade, this popular holiday waste reduction initiative has promoted experience-based, low-waste gift and decorating ideas so that fewer pieces of packaging and unwanted gifts end up being thrown away.</p></div> | 2019-11-25T08:00:00Z | | | string;#2019 |
"Hey! Food Scraps Aren't Garbage" Builds on Green Bin Success | http://www.metrovancouver.org/media-room/media-releases/solid-waste/586/"Hey! Food Scraps Aren't Garbage" Builds on Green Bin Success | 586 | "Hey! Food Scraps Aren't Garbage" Builds on Green Bin Success | GP0|#8fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35;L0|#08fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35|Solid Waste;GTSet|#64da97b8-3db1-484c-a198-6cf0e7460889 | <div class="ExternalClass11EB516A93D64FC287438A2C26A0A069"><p>
Metro
Vancouver is launching an enhanced organics recycling campaign to further build
on the region’s waste diversion successes by reminding people, <em>Hey! Food Scraps Aren’t Garbage</em>.</p></div> | 2019-09-09T07:00:00Z | | | string;#2019 |
Metro Vancouver to Provide Secure Disposal of Abandoned Canadian Waste from the Philippines | http://www.metrovancouver.org/media-room/media-releases/solid-waste/580/Metro Vancouver to Provide Secure Disposal of Abandoned Canadian Waste from the Philippines | 580 | Metro Vancouver to Provide Secure Disposal of Abandoned Canadian Waste from the Philippines | GP0|#8fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35;L0|#08fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35|Solid Waste;GTSet|#64da97b8-3db1-484c-a198-6cf0e7460889 | <div class="ExternalClass02849761E27C44989F576A1584E5700C"><p>Metro Vancouver will securely dispose of approximately 1,500 tonnes of repatriated Canadian waste shipped from the Philippines at its Waste-to-Energy Facility in Burnaby.</p></div> | 2019-05-24T07:00:00Z | | | string;#2019 |
No Dumping - Put Waste In Its Place | http://www.metrovancouver.org/media-room/media-releases/solid-waste/576/No Dumping - Put Waste In Its Place | 576 | No Dumping - Put Waste In Its Place | GP0|#8fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35;L0|#08fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35|Solid Waste;GTSet|#64da97b8-3db1-484c-a198-6cf0e7460889 | <div class="ExternalClassBDDA8C6BBE8C4250AE0FA33542E8C950"><p>Metro Vancouver's
<a href="http://www.wasteinitsplace.ca/">Put Waste in Its Place</a> campaign is back for a third year, reminding residents to do the right thing by disposing of their unwanted items responsibly instead of illegally dumping them in alleys, parks and on the curbside.</p></div> | 2019-04-15T07:00:00Z | | | string;#2019 |
Metro Vancouver Urges Residents to Think Thrice About Their Clothes | http://www.metrovancouver.org/media-room/media-releases/solid-waste/572/Metro Vancouver Urges Residents to Think Thrice About Their Clothes | 572 | Metro Vancouver Urges Residents to Think Thrice About Their Clothes | GP0|#8fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35;L0|#08fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35|Solid Waste;GTSet|#64da97b8-3db1-484c-a198-6cf0e7460889 | <div class="ExternalClass67C06801BBC242A38B2B1EA711CBEF03"><p>Metro Vancouver has launched "<a href="http://www.clothesarentgarbage.ca/">Think Thrice About Your Clothes</a>," a new waste reduction campaign aimed at cutting the amount of clothing being thrown out in the region. </p></div> | 2019-02-25T08:00:00Z | | | string;#2019 |
Its Easier Than Ever To Create Memories, Not Garbage This Holiday Season | http://www.metrovancouver.org/media-room/media-releases/solid-waste/567/Its Easier Than Ever To Create Memories, Not Garbage This Holiday Season | 567 | Its Easier Than Ever To Create Memories, Not Garbage This Holiday Season | GP0|#8fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35;L0|#08fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35|Solid Waste;GTSet|#64da97b8-3db1-484c-a198-6cf0e7460889 | <div class="ExternalClassACA6312BC9C24BF9B681C494189DABF7"><p>Metro Vancouver encourages residents to <em>Create memories, not garbage</em> this holiday season by trying low-waste gift and entertaining ideas so that less packaging and fewer decorations end up in the landfill after Christmas.</p></div> | 2018-11-14T08:00:00Z | | | string;#2018 |
National Launch of Love Food Hate Waste in Canada | http://www.metrovancouver.org/media-room/media-releases/solid-waste/536/National Launch of Love Food Hate Waste in Canada | 536 | National Launch of Love Food Hate Waste in Canada | GP0|#8fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35;L0|#08fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35|Solid Waste;GTSet|#64da97b8-3db1-484c-a198-6cf0e7460889 | <div class="ExternalClassFC6786FF9B65413FB814FE44094C56EE"><p>Two
of Canada’s largest food retailers have joined with local and provincial
governments and agencies to launch a national <a href="file:///C:/Users/Slusk/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Windows/INetCache/Content.Outlook/W9FR133U/LoveFoodHateWaste.ca">Love Food
Hate Waste</a>
campaign today</p></div> | 2018-07-18T07:00:00Z | | | string;#2018 |
Cleaning Up For Spring - Metro Vancouver Urges Residents Not to Illegally Dump | http://www.metrovancouver.org/media-room/media-releases/solid-waste/522/Cleaning Up For Spring - Metro Vancouver Urges Residents Not to Illegally Dump | 522 | Cleaning Up For Spring - Metro Vancouver Urges Residents Not to Illegally Dump | GP0|#8fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35;L0|#08fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35|Solid Waste;GTSet|#64da97b8-3db1-484c-a198-6cf0e7460889 | <div class="ExternalClass8B4460FC38334FC286DBBB8C98FFD163"><p>As the region emerges from winter, Metro Vancouver is reminding anyone planning to spring clean that there are many convenient and affordable ways to recycle, donate or dispose of unwanted bulky items such as sofas and mattresses through the Waste in its Place online portal.</p></div> | 2018-04-09T07:00:00Z | | | string;#2018 |
Hey, Food Isn't Garbage - Metro Vancouver Launches Multi-Family Food Scraps Campaign | http://www.metrovancouver.org/media-room/media-releases/solid-waste/516/Hey, Food Isn't Garbage - Metro Vancouver Launches Multi-Family Food Scraps Campaign | 516 | Hey, Food Isn't Garbage - Metro Vancouver Launches Multi-Family Food Scraps Campaign | GP0|#8fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35;L0|#08fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35|Solid Waste;GTSet|#64da97b8-3db1-484c-a198-6cf0e7460889 | <div class="ExternalClass45022D458DF94825AE828DEC876F11EA"><p>Metro Vancouver will target multi-family residents in its latest “Hey, food isn’t garbage” campaign, noting that despite available green bins in most of the region’s apartment and townhouse complexes, too many food scraps still end up in the trash.</p></div> | 2017-10-31T07:00:00Z | | | string;#2017 |
Metro Vancouver Moves to Tackle Illegal Dumping | http://www.metrovancouver.org/media-room/media-releases/solid-waste/495/Metro Vancouver Moves to Tackle Illegal Dumping | 495 | Metro Vancouver Moves to Tackle Illegal Dumping | GP0|#8fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35;L0|#08fb49f9f-995b-4599-996f-83d874daad35|Solid Waste;GTSet|#64da97b8-3db1-484c-a198-6cf0e7460889 | <div class="ExternalClass1B8150A9839B4E64916533E6978CACEF"><div>New research from Metro Vancouver shows that while most people hate seeing couches, mattresses and appliances littering the streets, many still engage in illegal dumping and often consider it a valid form of recycling.</div></div> | 2017-08-09T07:00:00Z | | | string;#2017 |