What is Waste Wise?

Waste Wise is a way of thinking and behaving. It’s an attitude and an action. It’s doing the right thing by reducing the amount of stuff going into our landfills by simply steering it into the correct collection bin. It’s a great system. It’s easy to use. And it works. All you have to do is sort it out.

Amount of all waste we send to the landfill that isn’t garbage. *based on waste audits conducted in 2015.

Amount of the food bill Canadians buy every week that is thrown out.

Amount of the world's non-compostable waste that is created in North America.

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Compost Collection in Multi-Family Homes

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Do you live in an apartment, townhouse or strata development? Here are some tips for getting started with composting.

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How food businesses can be Waste Wise in the Fraser Valley

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Worried your bins might attract pesky critters? These tips will help you keep a lid on it.

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Need a system for sorting? Watch some examples that will help you sort it out.

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