First, a quick clarification: “Producer” ≠ “every business”  Ontario’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) shift makes product/packaging producers—brand owners, importers, and certain retailers/marketplaces—financially and operationally responsible for residential Blue Box recycling. See RPRA’s Blue Box producer guidance: RPRA – Producers  This does not replace the waste and recycling services your business locations (IC&I: industrial, commercial & … Continued

Canada has set ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, eliminate plastic waste, and improve landfill diversion rates. In 2022 alone, the country generated over 36.5 million tonnes of solid waste, but diverted only 9.9 million tonnes, or 27.1%, leaving nearly 73% to disposal (source).  At Miller Waste Systems, we’re proud to be part of … Continued

Cleaning up yard waste after a weekend of pruning or a surprise windstorm shouldn’t be a headache. Yet many Canadians are unsure where those piles of branches belong or when the city will collect them. Yard waste is picked up only on designated dates that align with your municipality’s collection schedule. Always check your local … Continued

As students upgrade their devices for back-to-school season and businesses refresh IT equipment after summer, now is the perfect time to talk about what happens to the electronics we leave behind. Improper disposal of electronic waste (e-waste) poses one of the most serious environmental threats of our time. In fact, global e-waste generation reached a … Continued

Whether you’re tackling a major home renovation project or sprucing up your yard, managing the waste generated can be a daunting task. With the volume of debris adding up quickly, it’s important to have a solid plan in place to dispose of your materials responsibly. Here’s how you can simplify waste management during yard work … Continued