Recent Releases from Recycling Council of Ontario
Recycling Council of Ontario Applauds Government of Canada’s Action on Plastic Waste
Published Mon, 10 Jun 2019 10:15:40 EST Read More
Toronto, June 10, 2019: Plastic pollution is a serious global threat to the environment and economy. Today's announcement that Canada will ban single-use plastics, make companies responsible for plastic waste, and invest to grow recycling across the country, is a comprehensive approach to address plastic pollution across the country. “The e...... Click here to read this release
Innovative Waste Reduction Certification Program to Recognize Environmental Excellence for Ontario Businesses
Published Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:01:57 EST Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Toronto, April 22, 2013 - Recycling Council of Ontario and the Ontario Ministry of the Environment are pleased to announce the province-wide unveiling of 3RCertified, a voluntary program for the Industrial, Commercial & Institutional (IC&I) sector that recognizes organizations that take a leadership position in waste reduction and diversion. “3RCertified is a unique program that is the first of its kind in Canada for measuring, reporting and improving...... Click here to read this release
Op-Ed: Integrated and Convenient Recycling is a Plus for Ontario
Published Thu, 28 Feb 2013 06:46:31 EST Read More
We generate a lot of waste. In fact, when compared to other provinces, Ontario is amongst the worst, generating almost 10 million tonnes of waste annually. Of that, only 25 per cent of all the materials we discard go into the recycling system. And despite the efficiency and success of the blue box program, we throw out a lot of materials that must stay out of landfill and still have value if recycled. So how do we improve our recycling rate? Convenience. Particularly for common household ite...... Click here to read this release