March 3rd is the date the District of Muskoka is switching over to collecting clear garbage bags in an effort to better divert waste items and keep organics & recyclables out of the landfill.
Officials are hoping to see a strong impact locally – in Orillia, the Clear Bag program has already led to a 40% drop in curbside garbage in just one year.
More from Renee Recoskie (above), Muskoka’s Director of Waste Management and Environmental Services:
Recoskie also says there’s a great local availability of clear bag products for area residents:
‘Clear Committed’ pins and badges are also available at 70 Pine Street. Recoskie says clear bag samples and coupons are also available at District Transfer Stations.
The change to clear bags is a powerful agent of social change and Recoskie says there are Three Main Benefits to the new program:
How can you prepare for the March 3rd change? Recoskie has some great advice:
Remember – Muskoka launches its Clear Bag Program at the curb on Monday, March 3rd!
