The City of Ottawa will reduce the number of curbside garbage items allowed per collection to three, starting September 30, 2024. This policy change aims to reduce unnecessary waste going to the landfill, increase participation in recycling and Green Bin programs, and ultimately extend the life of the Trail Waste Facility landfill, which could reach capacity in 13 to 15 years if more waste is not diverted.
To manage excess waste, residents can purchase city-branded yellow bags for additional items, which will cost $4.40 per bag. Bulky items and furniture count towards the three-item limit and cannot be placed in yellow bags. The city will also expand its Special Considerations Program to accommodate households with unavoidable medical waste.
This initiative is part of a broader effort to encourage waste diversion and follows the implementation of similar policies in other municipalities, which have seen significant reductions in waste and increased recycling rates.
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