Category Archives: waste management

Blue bin update – out of sight, illegal dumping

Posted on December 9, 2008 by Trefann

In a recent letter, Councillor McConnell writes: “It is not the intention of the [blue bin] program to force residents to store bins in their front flower gardens. If you cannot reasonably accommodate your blue and/or grey bin, you have … Continue reading →

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Cabbagetown South meets with Councillor McConnell

Posted on October 10, 2008 by Trefann

Councillor Pam McConnell and her assistant met for a full 2 hours on Oct 8, with approximately 15 residents who live in Cabbagetown South. (It seems that a strong, well organized residents association can have sufficient influence to warrant regular … Continue reading →

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fee for garbage

Posted on May 16, 2008 by Trefann

The city’s information flyer about the new garbage bins explains the garbage fee and tax rebate; did you know that the rebate applies in future years too (not just 2008)? Glen Gustafson (Councillor McConnell’s assistant) explains: ” Because of Provincial … Continue reading →

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Who qualifies for bin exemption?

Posted on March 8, 2008 by Trefann

Finally, there is recognition by City Hall that some residents have no storage space and cannot accommodate any size of bin: “In some extremely problematic situations, residents may require a bag system for collection“, quoting Ward 28 Councillor McConnell’s March … Continue reading →

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alternative to bigger bins?

Posted on February 13, 2008 by Trefann

Toronto wants everyone – downtowners as well as suburbanites – to use large wheeled bins for recyclables, garbage (and eventually, a 3rd large bin for organic waste). This plan was approved in June 2007, but until recently, no recognition that … Continue reading →

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