The Ministry of SaskBuilds and Procurement (SBP) is launching a new waste diversion program.
Current recycling programs are being expanded to include mixed recycling and composting which will accept a wider variety of materials including cardboard, plastics, tin, aluminum, and organic materials.
As part of this project, you will see new signage throughout SBP buildings across Saskatchewan. This is to clearly mark which materials are acceptable for each category of recycling.
What’s new?
- Mixed Recycling collection will begin. This will include recycling of things such as clean tin, aluminum and plastic containers, as well as paper and cardboard.
- Organic Compost Bins will be added at buildings that serve food. This will allow for the composting of organic materials such as produce, grains, dairy, meat and paper towels.
- “Paper Towel Only” Composting Bins will be added in some bathrooms.
Why the new waste diversion program?
SBP has undertaken this project as a commitment in the Provincial Solid Waste Management Strategy. It will also help our ministry align with the City of Regina and Saskatoon waste bylaws.
This follows a pilot project in 2022, by SBP in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, at the Lloyd Place building in Regina. This pilot project was a success, with waste diversion rates increasing 37 per cent (from 25 to 62 per cent).
Are these changes permanent?
These changes are permanent and will be implemented throughout SBP owned buildings across Saskatchewan.
For questions about waste diversion
Answers to common questions about the new waste management program are available in a Question and Answer document.
Any questions or concerns about waste diversion can be directed to Curtis Dorosh (Engineering and Sustainability, Director) at Curtis.dorosh@gov.sk.ca and Elena Diebel (Engineering and Sustainability, Manager) at elena.diebel@gov.sk.ca