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How to safely dispose of fireworks
October 4, 2019
Summer is a time for celebration. Which means fireworks, lots of fireworks. Fireworks play a pivotal role in our public celebrations, from Canada Day and Independence Day to New Year’s Eve, and it’s easy to see why. They’re dramatic and…
Plastic-lined paper bags: Are they recyclable?
October 4, 2019
If your community recycles, chances are paper bags are fair game. But not all paper bags are as they seem. In fact, some aren’t even completely made from paper. Product packaging has gotten complicated. So complicated, that figuring out what's…
The problem with recycling receipts
October 4, 2019
I’m willing to bet you recycle your receipts. And why wouldn’t you? After all, they’re made from paper, which is recyclable, right? In this case: wrong. Well, mostly. Turns out there are two types of receipts floating around out there.…
How to safely dispose of old makeup and cosmetics
October 4, 2019
You toss on some rouge, a little mascara and cap it off with a swipe of lipstick. You think: Dayum, I look fine! And you know what? You do. But here’s the thing: even though cosmetics look good on people, they look…
