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 the solution. As a Canadian leader in waste management and recycling services, our commitment to sustainability is more than a mission statement; it’s the way we operate every day.
Canada’s Waste Diversion Goals – and How We Support Them
Canada’s Zero Plastic Waste agenda and broader circular economy strategy are backed by federal and provincial collaboration. These targets require action at every level, including municipalities, industry, and the public.
Here’s how Miller Waste helps drive that progress:
- Miller operates transfer stations/drop-off depots that separate recyclables and reusable materials.
- Miller runs Material Recovery Facilities that sort and process recyclables, helping reduce what goes to landfill.
- Miller provides custom recycling solutions for commercial and industrial clients.
Leading the Way in Organic Waste Recovery
Organic waste in landfills contributes to methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. According to Statistics Canada, 3 million tonnes of organic waste were diverted in 2022.
At Miller Waste, we help maximize organics recovery through a full-service approach:
- Miller Compost receives leaf and yard waste and produces finished compost, mulch, and soil products.
- Miller Waste offers de-packaging services that remove packaging and contamination from food and organic waste streams before recovery or digestion.
- Organic material is routed to Escarpment Renewables in Grimsby, which uses anaerobic digestion to produce renewable energy and digestate fertilizer.
Educating for a Greener Future
Public awareness is key to lasting environmental change. That’s why Miller Waste actively supports waste literacy through partnerships and community involvement.
Community Compost & Garden Support
We donate compost to community gardens, churches, and food organizations in York Region, Durham Region, and surrounding areas, helping residents grow fresh food while learning about composting.
Youth Education & Environmental Initiatives
In partnership with Landscape Ontario, we support:
- The Six Nations youth skills program
- The Highway of Heroes Tree Campaign, aiming to plant 2 million trees along Highway 401
Agricultural Innovation
We collaborate with the Compost Council of Canada on agricultural trials to improve soil health and demonstrate compost’s role in sustainable farming.
Community Safety & Support
Miller Compost also provides ongoing community services for both York Regional and Durham Regional Police.
Ready to make sustainability part of your operations?
Contact Miller Waste Systems today to learn how we can help you meet your environmental goals.