Ward 16 Can the Trash Contest

As you may recall, we launched the ‘Can the Trash’ Contest in January of this year. We invited all students attending school in Ward 16, from Grades 1 to 12, to participate. Students were asked to prepare a submission on the subject of littering, graffiti or the environment in general. To communicate their thoughts, students could develop an illustration, write a poem or draft an essay.

The response was outstanding.

We received over 100 submissions, with an entry from every Grade. What is so striking is how insightful the students were in communicating their thoughts about these matters. Moreover, the effort they put into their work and their creativity was truly impressive.

A panel of judges, including artist/environmentalist, Franke James and former advertising executive, Judy Paradi, are selecting a winner from each Grade. In collaboration with participating schools and our local BIAs, we will announce our winners and present awards in late May/early June. The work of the winners will be displayed in a calendar that will be distributed through our schools and local businesses.

New Recycling Items for Blue Bin

Starting December 9th, residents can add plastic grocery and retail bags and foam polystyrene packaging to their recycling.

Plastic grocery and retail bags without drawstrings, metal detailing or hard plastic handles are accepted. Remove receipts. Place all plastic bags in one grocery or retail bag and tie handles together. The following bags are not included: dry cleaning, milk (outer and inner), produce, bread, sandwich and plastic food wrap.