Waste not, pollute not?

Ontario residents now have fewer excuses to not recycle old batteries, solvents and other household hazardous waste with a new Do What You Can initiative inaugurated by Stewardship Ontario, the industry organization responsible for municipal Blue Box programs and the Municipal Hazardous or Special Waste (MHSW) program.

The goal is to more than double the amount of “hazardous” or “special” waste diverted from landfill over the next five years. Other targeted materials are paints, antifreeze, propane cylinders and other items which are commonly found in households but which need special care.

Consumers can check out their options, including drop-off locations, simply by entering their postal code. Locations include businesses such as RONA, Jiffy Lube and The Home Depot as well as municipal depots.