Niagara Region events for Waste Reduction Week Oct. 20-26

​Waste Reduction Week is a national campaign that raises awareness about why reducing waste is important and encourages Canadians to take action in their communities. From Oct. 20-26, we’re hosting activities including waste management facility tours and a family-friendly Trash-or-Treat event.
 
Humberstone Landfill Tour
Wednesday, Oct. 22, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
 
Ever wonder what happens to your garbage after it leaves the curb? This behind-the-scenes tour of the Humberstone Landfill shows insight into Niagara Region’s waste management system and the importance of waste diversion. Explore the landfill, waste and recycling drop-off depot, reuse depot and household hazardous waste depot. You might even meet one of the hawks that help with pest control!
  • Registration is needed. Email wminterns@niagararegion.ca to reserve your spot.
  • Deadline to register: Friday, Oct. 17
Tour departs from Niagara Region Headquarters, Campbell West Entrance, 1815 Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold. Transportation is provided.
 
Trash-or-Treat at Glenridge Quarry Naturalization Site
Sunday, Oct. 26, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
 
Celebrate Halloween sustainably at this family-friendly event. It features an educational trail with interactive booths on waste reduction, reuse and composting.
Activities include:
  • Do it yourself costume demonstration and make your own treat bag station
  • Waste sorting games
  • Pumpkin composting demonstrations
  • Eco-art crafts
  • Trash-to-Treasure exchange
  • Photo opportunities with Phil the Green Bin, Niagara Region Waste Management’s mascot
Open to all Niagara residents, this event promotes environmental care in a fun and engaging way.
 
Community booths – Waste Reduction Week
Oct. 20-26
 
Learn about waste reduction practices and upcoming Waste Management initiatives. Staff will be available to answer questions and provide educational materials and giveaways.
 
Booth schedule:
  • Wednesday, Oct. 22, 1 to 6 p.m. - Pen Centre, St. Catharines
  • Thursday, Oct. 23, 3 to 6 p.m. - Fleming Centre, Lincoln
  • Friday, Oct. 24, 3 to 6 p.m. - Seaway Mall, Welland
Additional locations may be added.
 
Reusable goods drop-off contest
Oct. 20-26
 
Support reuse and reduce landfill waste by dropping off gently used items at Humberstone or Niagara Road 12. Each drop-off earns a ballot for a chance to win a $50 prepaid card. One winner will be randomly chosen at the end of the week.
 
 
Contact
 
Amber Schmucker
905-980-6000 ext. 3362
amber.schmucker@niagararegion.ca
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