Jul 01, 2020 / Plastic Pollution
It’s #PlasticFreeJuly. Let’s change the rules, so it’s easier for everyone to go plastic free
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, going plastic free felt like a Herculean task. But now more than ever it seems that everything is wrapped…Read More
Jun 24, 2020 / Plastic Pollution
Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s safe to break-up with disposable plastic
This week, a statement from over 100 epidemiologists, virologists, and other medical experts confirmed it: disposable plastics aren‘t safer than reusables. Just make sure…Read More
Jun 17, 2020 / Plastic Pollution
Industry doesn’t want plastic declared “toxic”. Too bad for them. It is
Just as we suspected, the chemical industry has been lobbying to block federal action on plastics. Recently, the Chemistry Industry Association of Canada (CIAC)…Read More
May 21, 2020 / Plastic Pollution
More and more, consumers are seeing compostable plastic items—from plates and cutlery to garbage bags and coffee pods—on store shelves. But are these items…Read More
May 07, 2020 / Plastic Pollution
COVID-19, single-use plastics, and the economy—We answer some of your most pressing questions
Last week, we hosted a webinar about COVID-19, single-use plastics, and how Canada can both reduce plastic waste and help get its economy back…Read More
Apr 22, 2020 / Plastic Pollution
Here’s what you can do this Earth Day while you #StayHome
This year is Earth Day’s 50th anniversary. Although we’re stuck at home, it doesn’t mean we can’t do something to pay homage to this…Read More
Apr 15, 2020 / Plastic Pollution
In this time of heightened uncertainty and anxiety, we’re especially sensitive to messages about safety and hygiene. Everyone is trying to do their part…Read More
Apr 06, 2020 / Plastic Pollution
Plastics and Pandemics: The real facts about single-use plastics and the COVID-19 crisis
A lot has changed over the last couple of weeks. Many of us are anxious about the future and worried about our loved ones….Read More
Mar 27, 2020 / Plastic Pollution
How can Canada drastically reduce its plastic waste? These six solutions are a good way to start
Canada has a single-use plastics problem. More than one-third of plastics produced every year are used for packaging, and most of that heads to…Read More
Jan 28, 2020 / Plastic Pollution
We continuously hear commitments from companies to end plastic waste, make products more recyclable, and to eliminate single-use plastic items like plastic straws. But…Read More