Peek Into the Future – RMRS July, 2015 Newsletter Now Online
In this month’s newsletter, we take a look at the future of Maple Ridge’s multi-sort system and a closer look at glass collection. PLUS! Photos from Canada Day and our recent Neighbourhood events, summer students, awards, and in the garburator vs. composting debate on what to do with food scraps, Metro Vancouver chooses a winner. Click […]
See You This Summer! RMRS June, 2015 Newsletter Now Online
In this month’s newsletter, we invite you to pick up your NEW red & grey recycling boxes on Canada Day and announce a couple of July dates for our Neighbourhood Recycling Dropoff Events PLUS! Update from Metro Vancouver on their Organics Disposal Ban (aka. Food Scraps Recycling) and Board Member Dennis Kinsey encourages us to […]
Update on Metro Vancouver’s Organics Disposal Ban
Food Scraps Recycling Regulation Update from Metro Vancouver – May 27, 2015: “We are heading towards the end of our education phase of the organics disposal ban, (January 1 to June 30, 2015), where loads with high food volumes are identified but not charged. This has allowed businesses and residential buildings time to put recycling […]
Got Your Box? RMRS May, 2015 Newsletter Now Online
In this month’s newsletter, we highlight the success of new recycling boxes at Earth Day and the Home Show and introduce our 2015-2016 Board of Directors. PLUS! On the 1st Anniversary of MMBC’s Printed Paper & Packaging Stewardship program, Executive Director Kim Day reviews why Maple Ridge was able to make a smooth transition, and Earth Day […]
The Earth Day Edition! RMRS April, 2015 Newsletter Now Online
In this month’s newsletter, we look forward to the 2015 Celebrate Earth Day festival! A food truck festival, Queen Elsa, flash mobs, free bikes, fish tents, and the first Haney Farmer’s Market of the year…Earth Day kicks off the festival season with a jam-packed day of celebrating the earth and “Water, Water Everywhere” PLUS! We […]
What is Garbage? RMRS March, 2015 Newsletter Now Online
In this month’s newsletter, we look at Nature’s Cycle of Renewal and explore what’s left in the garbage after taking out recyclables & organics. PLUS! Save the Date! Celebrate Earth Day in Maple Ridge will be held on Saturday, April 18 from 10am – 2pm at Memorial Peace Park. Registration forms and Volunteer Sign-Up info are now […]
RMRS February, 2015 Newsletter Now Online
We are rolling out sales of Solar Cones, Composters, and Rain Barrels early this year due to demand created by Metro Vancouver’s ban on organics in the landfill. PLUS! Board Member Bill Elder talks about how our rocky past has gained us respect in the community and we reveal photos of the evolution of our Depot balers. […]
All About the Organics Disposal Ban – RMRS January, 2015 Newsletter Now Online
In this month’s newsletter, we look at how Metro Vancouver’s Organic Waste Disposal Ban affects Maple Ridge residents. PLUS! RMRS President Carol Botting encourages us to continue “Rethinking” our garbage, RMRS membership renewal & AGM info, & more! Click to view a pdf copy of the RMRS January, 2015 Newsletter. This and past newsletters are archived on our […]
REJOICE! RMRS December, 2014 Newsletter Now Online
In this month’s newsletter, we look back at a full year of events & more in 2014. PLUS! Green Christmas tips, our Holiday recycling pickup & depot schedule, and a shout out to the everyday actions of individuals by RMRS Board Member Sandy Sigmund. Click to view a pdf copy of the RMRS December, 2014 […]
Upcoming Holiday Schedule & More! RMRS November Newsletter Now Online
RECYCLING PICKUP & DEPOT HOLIDAY HOURS – NO PICKUP/DEPOT CLOSED Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day. NEW!! THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25 Recycling Blue Box Pickup is MOVED to SATURDAY, DECEMBER 27. PLUS! In this month’s newsletter, we look back at the way things used to be, Waste Reduction Challenge photos, Waste-Free Shopping Tips, and more! […]