May 12, 2020 was proclaimed as the Provincial Day of Action on Litter in Ontario.

While this date remains in effect, a Waste Reduction week will be planned for October 2020 due to Covid-19.

More information will be posted on local plans closer to October. 

Quick Facts

• Ontario generates nearly a tonne of waste per person each year.
• It is estimated that every 1,000 tonnes of waste diverted from landfill generates seven full-time jobs, $360,000 in wages and more than $700,000 in gross domestic product.