October is Circular Economy Month

Since 2001, Circular Economy Month (an expansion of Waste Reduction Week) has been Canada’s initiative for educating about the circular economy and its social, environmental, and economic benefits. A circular economy minimizes waste and makes the most of the earth’s resources. Waste Reduction Week, the third week of October, promotes the various effective ways we can reduce waste. Watch the Thunder Bay Solid Waste & Recycling Facebook page throughout October for information, tips and ideas.

“The circular economy has always been an ideal. In recent years, nationwide promotion initiatives have made the public much more aware of the concept,” said Jason Sherband, Manager – Solid Waste & Recycling Services. “When we intentionally reduce waste, we promote the circular economy from the ground up. Repairing items to increase their lifespans, refusing excess packaging, and recycling all play roles in waste reduction.”

Waste Reduction Week Landfill Tour – Oct. 22
The Thunder Bay Solid Waste & Recycling Facility is pleased to offer a tour of the site during Waste Reduction Week. “The Landfill site is far more than just a place for garbage disposal,” said John Pogue, Supervisor of Landfill Operations. “People on our tours are always surprised at the range of disposal, diversion, and energy re-capture operations that take place here.”

Tour Date, Time & Location: Thursday, Oct. 22, 10 am to 11 am, 5405 Mapleward Road (meet at the Landfill Administration Office parking lot)

Free Shuttle Bus: For those who would like a ride, a shuttle bus will run and return from the Canada Games Complex parking lot (NW corner). Please arrive at 9:30 am.

Registration required! Email swrs@thunderbay.ca, or call 807-630-9739 – provide your name and phone number, and indicate if you wish to use the free shuttle bus.

For more information on Circular Economy Month, visit the Circular Economy Month website.

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Contact:          Jason Sherband, Manager – Solid Waste & Recycling Services, 807-625-3851