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Holiday Collection Date Changes
Attention Porter Creek and Crestview Residents:
organicS collection date change!
Organics normally collected on Wednesday, December 25 will be collected on Friday, December 27.
garbage collection date change!
Garbage normally scheduled to be collected on Wednesday, January 1 will be collected on Friday, January 3.
carts to the curb for 7 am
please have your respective garbage or compost cart out by 7am on the revised collection day to ensure pickup.
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Wrapping
Most holiday waste comes from the gift wrap. Most typical gift wrap is not recyclable because of lamination, dyes, glues, glitter, plastics and more. This holiday season try an alternative wrap. Here are some ideas:
recyclable paper
Have newspaper around? What about old maps or calendars? These can all be colourful sources of large sheets that can be repurposed into gift wrap. It is recyclable and can save you money if you don't need to purchase!
Reusable bags
Gift bags can come in a variety of types: paper, fabric, tote, shopping, etc. You can try making your own, or re-gifting one you have already received. Save up any gift bags given to you for use in the future.
get creative
Have fun with gift wrapping this season. Know somebody who loves gardening? Try wrapping their gift in a clay pot (topped with the watering dish) and tying a ribbon around it to hold.
Have a baker in the family? How about wrapping the gift in a reusable tea towel? Check out furoshiki, a Japanese art using fabric, folds and a knot.
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Green Gift Ideas
Tis the season for love, laughter, family and friends. This holiday season, create lasting stories, not waste. Here are some gift ideas to get your creative thinking going:
make your own
Get creative and/or crafty this season! When it comes to making your own, the options are endless! Here are a few ideas:
Emergency Kits - A dog first aid kit or earthquake kit or even a winter driving kit all make for suitable gifts in Whitehorse!
Memory Books - Share those special moments with a special someone this holiday season!
Edible Gifts - Excellent zero waste option and it can even be healthy! Done any canning this season? Or made a wicked granola?
experiences
There is no shortage of experiences here.You can be sure to find an experience for everyone that will create stories to share for years to come.
From dog sledding to glass blowing, gardening classes to cooking classes, live music to film festivals, even northern lights to winter camping expeditions;options are endless when it comes to gifting an experience!
second-hand gifts
Read a good book lately that you know a friend will love? Pass it on this holiday season! Any athletes on your list? What about checking out the local sport consignment shop for their equipment needs?
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Tips to Reduce Waste
Holidays are great but between the wrapping, the partying, the food and decorations, there can be a lot of waste created. Help Whitehorse reduce landfilled waste by using these tips!
give your green cart the gift of food waste
Food! Holidays are full of social gatherings where there is plenty of food! This holiday season, try to minimize the amount of food wasted by planning your grocery lists, using up all the food (leftovers anyone?) and sending any remaining food waste to the green cart;
Sending your food waste to the Compost Facility is a great way to reduce our impact on the environment while creating a great local soil amendment for use in our gardens!
recycle old or broken christmas lights
String lights and extension cords, broken or working, can be recycled at Raven Recycling.
party waste reduction tips
Buy in bulk. Reduce the amount of packaging by refilling a growler, or buy bulk snacks rather than boxes of snacks.
Use reusable tableware.
Set out a composting and recycling station.
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Christmas Tree Collection
SUnday, january 12
Please have your tree lying out at the curb by 7 am on Sunday, January 12. Trees will be collected over the following two-week period.
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