Legislative Requirements - Mandatory Recycling

Ontario Regulation 103 / 94 of the Environmental Protection Act states, in part, that "The Owner of the building that contains six or more dwelling units shall implement a source separation program for the waste generated at the building."

Inspectors with the Ministry of Environment regularly conduct site inspections on multi-unit residential buildings to ensure the Owners are in compliance with the required regulation(s). Failure to comply may result in the issuance of a fine to the building owner. For more information on this regulation, visit www.e-laws.gov.on.ca and enter Ontario Regulation 103 / 94 in the search box.

In addition to the provincial legislative requirements, the City also mandates recycling via By-law 217-2010.

REMINDER: MANDATORY RECYCLING
Recycling in multi-unit residential buildings is mandatory.

• Be fully informed about the City’s waste collection program for multi-unit residential buildings.
• Continuously educate your residents about the City's Waste Collection Program:
  
  • Distribute promotional materials (issued by the City) to residents. Place recycling posters and other waste information in areas frequented by residents ( i.e. chute rooms, recycling rooms, lobbies, laundry room, garage lobbies etc.).
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  • Emphasize diversion options such as Reuse and Recycle.
• Monitor and enforce the garbage and recycling procedures within your building.
• Prior to collection, ensure garbage bins and recycling toters are free of contaminates (materials not accepted in the City’s collection programs).
• Ensure waste materials are placed out for collection in a manner consistent with the City’s set-out requirements.