New Curbside Recycling and Garbage Program
Launches in Central Newfoundland
Mandatory use of transparent blue recycling bags and clear garbage bags
to help increase waste diversion
Norris Arm, NL (Wednesday, February 4, 2015) – Central Newfoundland Waste Management
(CNWM) is pleased to announce Sort It - Central, a new curbside recycling and garbage
program that will launch on Monday, March 2, 2015. With a focus on increasing waste
diversion and protecting the environment, the program requires everyone to properly sort
their waste into two streams, using clear bags for garbage and transparent blue bags for
recyclables, including mixed containers and paper fibre.
“Sorting waste as part of our daily lives is an important step in achieving sustainable waste
management and fostering a culture of environmental change that will protect our province
for generations to come,” said Allan Scott, Chair of Central Newfoundland Waste
Management. “The launch of Central Newfoundland Waste Management’s new curbside
recycling and garbage program is a positive step forward as we work towards achieving our
goal to divert 50 per cent of our waste from landfill.”
Public education is critical to the success of the Sort It - Central program and CNWM will work
with residents, industry, businesses and institutions to ensure that everyone has the
opportunity to learn how to sort their recyclables from their garbage and implement
appropriate waste diversion infrastructure, where required.
“Residents and businesses have been participating in existing waste diversion programs in
Central Newfoundland for many years, and we know they are looking forward to this new
service that will allow them to do more to better manage their waste,” said Scott. “With the
launch of Sort It - Central, we understand there will be a period of transition as everyone
learns to sort their waste, and we look forward to their continued co-operation in making this
a successful program and ensuring our environment is protected for future generations."
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As part of the program launch, CNWM is implementing a comprehensive public education
plan that includes municipal outreach, retailer notification and information kits for residents
and businesses as well as local radio and print advertising.
Commencing the week of February 16, 2015, residents and businesses will receive a Sort It
– Central information package that includes a waste sorting guide and samples of clear bags
and transparent blue bags. Complete program details are also available online at
www.cnwmc.com. Anyone with questions can also contact Central Newfoundland Waste
Management by email at info@cnwmc.com or telephone at (709) 653-2900.
About Central Newfoundland Waste Management
Central Newfoundland Waste Management (CNWM) is responsible for the planning of waste
management for the central region of Newfoundland under the Provincial Solid Waste
Management Strategy. CNWM works together with service providers across the region to
provide communities and businesses with modern waste management services.
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Media Contact:
Ed Evans, Chief Administrative Officer
Central Newfoundland Waste Management
709-653–2900
info@cnwmc.com