One of the easiest ways we can all be mindful of our impact on the environment daily is by managing our household recycling. It can be tricky to remember which waste products go in which bin.
Keep this post bookmarked for a quick reference of our of top tricky reclyling items.
(Note: this list covers recyclables in the city of Toronto Blue bin program. Outside of this region, please check with your waste management provider if you have questions about what you can recycle.)
DO recycle
- Clear plastic fruit and vegetable containers
- CD cases
- Metal cans (place lid inside can and pinch closed)
- Aluminum trays, pie plates and roasting pans
- Aerosol cans (empty; put caps in garbage)
- Styrofoam cups and trays
DON'T recycle
- Aluminum foil food wrap
- Potato chip bags
- Plastic over-wrap (on pop cartons, water bottles, toilet paper)
- Milk bags
Important recycling tips
- Rinse containers to remove residue.
- Put items in recycling loose, not bagged
- Remove plastic covers and over-wrap from newspapers, magazines and cases of bottle water or other beverages.
For more info, check WASTE WIZARD. This search tool lists over 1,500 waste items and how to properly dispose of them.
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