New Recycling Units in Town Parks

Residents enjoying Town parks can now make use of an increased number of recycling bins thanks to a partnership with local business operator Wastewise Halton Hills. Eighty seven new blue wire mesh units were added to twelve major parks and sportsfields across Town to help divert the amount of recyclable material that ends up in landfill sites.


Wastewise has pledged twenty thousand dollars for two years to help pay for the new recycling bins as their part of the agreement with the Town. The Town has looked after the fabrication and placement of the blue wire mesh bins and the collection from the units. Collected materials will be sorted by the Region of Halton as part of the existing recycling program

“I’m pleased to see the level of interest for recycling in Town parks” said Mayor Rick Bonnette “and it is a real benefit to have a local partner like Wastewise to make it happen. Recycling is an important part of our Green Plan and Community Sustainability Strategy and a simple way to make a real difference.”

Wastewise has been supporting reuse, recycling and environmentally friendly disposal of electronic waste for over twenty years. Monies earned from sales of used items are given back to the community by supporting sustainability programs like these recycling bins. Look for the Wastewise logo on the side of each park recycling bin, along with a quick code link to the Wastewise website. Residents can find out more information about the local not for profit company by visiting www.wastewise.ca

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For further information contact:

Warren Harris
Manager of Parks and Open Space
Recreation & Parks
Tel: 905-873-2601 ext. 2274