Waste Audit
Report
Prepared for:
Confederation College 1450 Nakina Drive
Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6Z8
Prepared by:
Laura McAlpine
Environmental Manager GFL Environmental Inc. 3525 Mavis Road
Mississauga, ON L5C 1I7
T. 647-624-1439 E. [email protected]
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE:
This document contains information that is confidential and may be privileged. The reader is hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this plan is strictly prohibited.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ................................................................................... I
1 INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................... 1
2 AUDITEE PROFILE AND PROJECT SCOPE ................................................ 2
3 WASTE AUDIT METHODOLOGY ............................................................... 3
4 AUDIT RESULTS ...................................................................................... 6
5 DIVERSION RATE ................................................................................... 8
6 CAPTURE RATE ....................................................................................... 9
7 RECOMMENDATIONS ............................................................................ 10
8 CONCLUSION ........................................................................................ 13
APPENDIX I - TABLE OF WASTE AUDIT DATA ............................................. 14
Ministry of Environment Forms
APPENDIX II – WASTE AUDIT SUMMARY SHEET ......................................... 15
APPENDIX III - REPORT OF WASTE REDUCTION WORK PLAN .................... 22
APPENDIX IV – QUESTIONS TO ASSESS COMPLIANCE ............................... 33
APPENDIX V – PHOTOGRAPHS ................................................................... 34
APPENDIX VI – FINAL DESTINATION LETTER ............................................. 40
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Confederation College retained GFL Environmental Inc. to conduct a solid, non-hazardous waste
audit for the main college campus, located at 1450 Nakina Drive in Thunder Bay, Ontario. A
collective waste audit was performed for the college on October 2, 2018.
PURPOSE
The purpose of the waste audit was to identify, quantify and analyze the composition of the waste
stream and to ensure compliance with the requirements outlined in the Ministry of the Environment
Ontario (MOE) Regulations 102/94 and 103/94.
AUDIT METHODOLGY
To collect an appropriate sample of waste for the audit, the contracted cleaning team were asked
to collect all generated wastes from throughout the campus and place them in a designated area
on site. The GFL Environmental Inc. team arrived the following day, received the waste sample
and conducted the audit and analysis of the waste stream on-site. An overall survey was completed
by the GFL Environmental Inc. audit team; bags of waste material were opened and separated
into commodity type (paper, plastic, metal, glass, organic and ‘other’) and the resulting sub
categories (as listed in Appendix I, page 14). Each commodity type and sub category was weighed
individually.
WASTE AUDIT RESULTS
The information contained in this waste audit report was gathered from the on-site collective waste
audit, discussions with Confederation College personnel, and an analysis of the current waste
management handling practices used on site at the college. The figure below displays the total
projected annual waste categories as represented from the materials analyzed during the audit.
Audited Waste Category Breakdown (kg/ year)
45,998.51
34,810.15
4,524.44 17.54 -
95,802.45
32,056.91
-
20,000.00
40,000.00
60,000.00
80,000.00
100,000.00
120,000.00
Paper Plastics Metal Glass HSW Organics Other
Total Annual Landfill = 213,210.00 kg
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Total Materials Recycled and Sent to Landfill
Material
Destination
Annual Total
Kilograms (kg) Metric Tonnes (t) Percent (%)
Landfill Waste 213,210.00 213.21 89.08
Recycled 26,130.00 26.13 10.92
Total Generated 239,340.00 239.34 100.00
DIVERSION RATE
The 2018 Waste Diversion Rate for Confederation College is 10.92%.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Based on the waste audit findings, the top areas of focus should be on initiatives driven towards:
Improving signage: Implementing clear and consistent signage will allow for a better
understanding of and participation in the program.
Improve organics program: Based on the waste audit sample, organics are the heaviest
contributor to the overall landfill waste weight. By diverting organic waste from landfill,
Confederation College could potentially divert 95,802.45 kg from landfill.
Training and education: Educating employees, students and visitors on a semi-annual
basis will help improve and continue the success of the program.
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1 INTRODUCTION
Confederation College retained GFL Environmental Inc. to conduct a solid, non-hazardous waste
audit for the college campus, located at 1450 Nakina Drive in Thunder Bay, Ontario. A collective
waste audit was performed on October 2, 2018.
The overall purpose of the waste audit is to identify, quantify and analyze the composition of the
waste stream to ensure compliance with the requirements outlined in the Ministry of the
Environment Ontario (MOE) Regulations 102/94 and 103/94. Under O.Reg. 102/94, all waste
audits must address:
Identify the amount, nature and composition of the waste generated in designated
functional areas of the entity;
How the waste is produced, including relevant management decisions and policies;
How the waste is managed; and
The extent to which materials or products used or sold consist of recycled or reused
materials or products.
Waste audits are also used to determine:
The ability to reduce, reuse and recycle materials from the existing waste stream;
Identify the overall diversion rates for all recyclable materials;
Identify further opportunities for greater diversion, and;
Pinpoint new recycling opportunities, and to enhance and strengthen the existing recycling
initiatives currently in place.
This analysis aids the formation of a Waste Reduction Work Plan; a plan to go forward with a
successful diversion program, drawing from the audit results and the subsequent diversion
recommendations made by GFL Environmental Inc., in partnership with input and insight from
Confederation College.
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2 AUDITEE PROFILE AND PROJECT SCOPE The following section provides contextual information regarding Confederation College and the
waste audit that was completed for the college on October 2, 2018.
Confederation College is a northern college of applied arts and technology. Established in 1967,
the college has grown to include a number of campuses across northwestern Ontario. With 58
programs to choose from, small class sizes and a comprehensive mental health and well being
strategy, Confederation College is home to over 7,000 students.
2.2 CURRENT WASTE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
Confederation College currently has programs in place for waste and mixed recycling. The table
below describes the containers used on site and the service schedule for each material stream.
Material Stream Container Service Schedule
Waste 1 x 30 cubic yard compactor On call service
Waste 1 x 10 cubic yard bin On call service
Waste 1 x 8 cubic yard bin On call service
Mixed Recycling 1 x 6 cubic yard bin On call service
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3 WASTE AUDIT METHODOLOGY
3.1 WASTE AUDIT PROCEDURE
To collect an appropriate sample of waste for the audit, the contracted cleaning team were asked
to collect all generated wastes from throughout the campus and place them in a designated area
on site. The GFL Environmental Inc. team arrived the following day, received the waste sample
and conducted the audit and analysis of the waste stream on-site. An overall survey was completed
by the GFL Environmental Inc. audit team; bags of waste material were opened and separated
into commodity type (paper, plastic, metal, glass, organic and ‘other’) and the resulting sub
categories (as listed in Appendix I, page 14). Each commodity type and sub category was weighed
individually.
3.2 AUDITOR PROFILE
Laura McAlpine was the lead auditor who assisted in the audit organization and preparation of the
audit. Laura is a 3R Certifed auditor through the Recycling Council of Ontario (ROC). She was
assisted by Faye Wood and Tamara Lazic who conducted the waste audit for Confederation College.
3.3 COMMODITIES SORTED
The following is a list of commodity categories. The major categories of commodities sorted are
paper, plastic, metal, glass, household special waste, organics, and other materials. Within these
major categories are subcategories, and these help to further sort the commodities.
Newspaper
Magazines
Cardboard OCC
Boxboard Tissue boxes
Mixed paper Junk mail, fine papers
Molded pulp Egg cartons, take-out beverage trays
Other paper Mult-layered, cold beverage cups
Coffee cups Tim Hortons, Starbucks
Polycoat Containers Individual milk containers, juice containers
Aseptic Containers Juice boxes
Plastic
#1 PETE Soft drinks, disposable water bottles
#2 HDPE Large jugs, buckets
#3 PVC IV bags
#4 LDPE Recyclable
Film
Grocery bags, some shipping packaging
#5 PP Ziplock tupper ware, large yogurt tubs, margarine containers
#6 Styrofoam Take out styrofoam containers
#6 Styrofoam
(Packaging)
Styrofoam peanuts/ pellets used in packaging
#6 Clear/ Hard Coffee cup lids
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#7 Other Re-usable water bottles
Rigid Plastic Pens, tooth brushes, gift gards
Metal
Aluminum cans Pop cans
Aluminum foil Baking foil
Aerosal cans Hair spray
Steel cans Large soup cans
Scrap metal Wire hangers
Glass
Clear Clear, non-LCBO glass
Coloured Clear, non-LCBO glass
Other glass Ceramic
Household Special Waste (HSW)
Batteries AA, watch batteries
Toner cartridges Printer toner cartridges
Lightbulbs Fluorescent tubes
Organics
Food waste Apples, oranges, coffee grounds
Tissue/ Toweling Kleenex, paper towel
Beverage liquids Water, juice, pop
Other Materials
Other Many different other materials are found in audit samples. Additional
notes are made and entered into the raw data table.
3.4 ANOMALIES
Anomalies are physical items or operational challenges that would alter the composition of the
waste stream as a one off occurrence. No anomalies were found in the waste audit sample.
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3.5 METHOD OF ANNUALIZATION
The Mass Ratio Method was used when calculating the mass of materials generated for the entire
year at Confederation College. This is the more useful and preferred method when annual waste
and recycling records are deemed accurate and verifiable. The extrapolation method formula is as
follows:
m = total annual mass of each material. Note that this should be calculated for each category of
waste and for each method of disposition (reuse, recycling and disposal.)
Ts = total material generated in a specific category found in the audit sample.
Tc = total mass of all materials found in the audit sample with a specific method of disposition
(reuse or recycling or disposal.) For materials analyzed during the audit, there will likely be a
different value of Tc for all materials sent for disposal, for all materials sent for reuse, and for all
materials sent for recycling during the sampling period.
Tt = total annual mass of material, substantiated by records, per container. For example, a site
may have records for each haul of a 40-yard bin of waste. Therefore, Tt for this container would
be the sum of the mass of all hauls that year for that container.
Tr = annual mass per category of materials of items not found in the audit sample for which there
are records or reasonable estimates. These would be materials that would not have been found in
the audit sample but are a regularly generated waste stream, such as furniture or wood pallets
offered for external reuse. This is quantified and substantiated by records kept by the auditee.
These materials should be accounted for in the final calculation.
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4 AUDIT RESULTS
Based on the waste audit sample, the total amount of waste generated and disposed of in the
waste stream at Confederation College is estimated to be 584.14 kilograms (kg) during a 24-hour
period or 213,210.00 kg annually.
From the audited waste sample, organic materials represent 44.93%; paper materials represent
21.57%; plastic materials represent 16.33%; ‘other’ materials represent 15.04%, metal materials
represent 2.12% and glass materials represent 0.01% of the total annual waste disposed and sent
to landfill.
Total Annual Waste Generated 2018*
COMMODITY CATEGORY KILOGRAM (kg) PERCENTAGE (%)
Organics 95,802.45 44.93
Paper 45,998.51 21.57
Plastics 34,810.15 16.33
‘Other’ 32,056.91 15.04
Metal 4,524.44 2.12
Glass 17.54 0.01
TOTAL 78,110.00 100.00
Total Annual Waste Generated 2018*
45,998.51
34,810.15
4,524.44 17.54 -
95,802.45
32,056.91
-
20,000.00
40,000.00
60,000.00
80,000.00
100,000.00
120,000.00
Paper Plastics Metal Glass HSW Organics Other
We
igh
t in
kilo
gram
s
Total Annual Landfill = 213,210.00 kg
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Total Annual Waste Composition 2018*
*Figures are based on 24 hour waste audit sample. Annual projection is based on number of
operational days.
Paper21.57%
Plastics16.33%
Metal2.12%
Glass0.01%
Organics44.93%
Other15.04%
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5 DIVERSION RATE
A waste diversion rate is the percentage of total materials that are diverted from landfill. The
annual diversion rate is calculated as follows:
Waste + Recycling = Total Generated
213,210.00 kg + 26,130.00 kg = 239,340.00 kg
Recycling ÷ Total Generation = Diversion Rate Percentage
26,130.00 kg
213,210.00 kg
= 0.1092 x 100%
= 10.92%
Based on industry standards and current service information, 26,130.00 kilograms (kg) of
materials are removed and recycled at the Confederation College on an annual basis.
MATERIAL
DESTINATION
WEIGHT
GENERATION (Kg)
WEIGHT GENERATED
(t)
Percentages
(%)
Landfill 213,210.00 213.21 10.92
Recycled 26,130.00 26.13 89.09
TOTAL
GENERATED 239,340.00 239.34 100.00
Therefore the current annual diversion rate percentage when all initiatives are accounted for is
10.92%.
Annual Diversion Rate Percentage 2018
Landfill89.08%
Recycling10.92%
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6 CAPTURE RATE The capture rate (c) indicates the proportion of divertible waste, expressed as a percentage,
which is successfully diverted for disposal. This figure includes all generated divertible waste, from
all audited streams.
Total Recycling Generated + Total Divertible Materials Found In Waste Stream = Total
Divertible Materials Generated
Total recycling generated: 26,130.00 kg
Divertible materials found in waste stream: 142,344.59 kg
Total divertible material generated at building: 26,130.00 kg + 142,344.59 kg =
168,474.59 kg
Total Recycling Generated ÷ Total Divertible Materials Generated = Capture Rate
c = 26,130.00 kg x 100%
168,474.59 kg
c = 0.1550 x 100%
c = 15.50%
Therefore, the capture rate for Confederation College is 15.50%.
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7 RECOMMENDATIONS
Based on the waste audit results, it is important to consider the main areas of improvement to
focus on and pinpoint where improvements can be made. Tackling one initiative at a time will
increase chances of success. Whether changes need to be made to the existing program itself or
increasing education and awareness, narrowing down your options and targeting an issue every
quarter or semi-annually, will result in attainable results.
In order to improve the effectiveness of the recycling program at Confederation College, there are
several initiatives to take into consideration. To divert as much material from landfill as possible
it would be beneficial for the facility to direct all recycling efforts towards further source separating
recyclable materials.
7.1 IMPLEMENT ORGANICS RECYCLING
A total of 44.93% of the landfill waste sample was found to be organic waste material. As organic
materials are the heaviest contributor to overall disposal figures, diverting as much organic waste
from the waste stream as possible will greatly increase the diversion rate and reduce the amount
of waste sent to landfill annually.
7.2 IMPROVE POINT-OF-GENERATION RECYCLING
It is recommended that internal waste assessments be conducted throughout the facility on a
regular, unscheduled basis. Tenants should not be aware of when these assessments are to be
done, to ensure accuracy of results. The goal is to determine which area(s) need improvements.
Proper signage, recycling bins and education will help source separate these items and capture
recyclable materials.
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7.3 SIGNAGE AND EDUCATION
Employee Education
Educational information should be displayed on an ‘Environmental Board’ and frequently updated
to encourage and engage employee, visitor and student participation. Posting information in the
area near the recycling receptacles and/or in common areas will show management initiative and
engage employees. While education and training on waste reduction should be ongoing, formal
education should take place sporadically (for example, 1-2 times per year).
Visitor Education
Clear, visible guidelines and signage are very important to the success of the recycling program.
All areas of the facility should be equipped with appropriate signage to clearly indicate to visitors
which materials are accepted in the receptacles and to remind them of the importance of their
involvement in the recycling program. Recycling guidelines should be posted wherever receptacles
and collection containers are stationed (an example is shown below).
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7.4 MONITORING AND EVALUATION
One of the keys to a successful recycling program is gathering quantifiable results to follow the
progress of the program over the course of time. Ensure that a waste audit is completed once
every twelve months and keep track of the data results year to year to compare disposal and
recycling rates. Receive monthly diversion reports and display or send out results in a newsletter
to reach all employees to pinpoint where improvements can be made.
It is suggested that waste and recycling disposal areas be monitored so that the number of
receptacles and pick up schedule can be adjusted as necessary. Maintain up-to-date records of
waste diversion initiatives (e.g. diversion charts, educational or promotional efforts etc.) to see if
changes need to be made to the recycling program.
7.5 CONTINUAL PROGRAM REVIEW
The success of the existing recycling program should be continually reviewed by facility
management in order to establish goals and monitor improvement over time. This should include
but not be limited to:
The adequacy and accessibility of available bins.
The disposal methods used by employees of the building, and the location of signage or
labels on bins.
The assessment of how materials are being sorted and the potential for new materials to
be recycled as the hauler systems and industry changes.
As always, please post and make available the MOE work plan for all employees, and sign
documents in all applicable areas (pages 21 and 32 of this report).
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8 CONCLUSION Based on the waste audit figures, Confederation College generates 239,210.00 kilograms (kg) of
material annually, 26,130.00 kg of which is diverted as recycling and 213,210.00 kg of which is
disposed of as waste.
In order to address and monitor the effectiveness of the recycling program at Confederation
College, consider the following suggestions to improve the existing program and efforts of
employees, tenants and visitors:
Provide recycling receptacles wherever garbage bins exist so that there are no excuses for
not participating in the recycling program.
Ensure that adequate signage is placed on or above all recycling receptacles and that the
signage remains consistent throughout the building
Education throughout the facilities can be promoted through promotional and awareness
events (especially during Earth Month in April and Waste Reduction Week in October).
Provide employees and tenants with information on recycling procedures and services.
The success of these initiatives depends on the involvement of all parties, from operations staff,
to faculty, to students. The more involved all parties are in the waste reduction goals of
Confederation College, the greater the success of the program.
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APPENDIX I - TABLE OF WASTE AUDIT DATA
NAME: Confederation College
ADDRESS: 1450 Nakina Dr. Thunder
Bay, Ontario
DATE: October 3 (KGS) (KGS) (KGS) (KGS)
PAPER % % Annual Monthly Weekly Daily
Newspaper 0.00% - - - -
Magazines 0.00% - - - -
Cardboard 3.81% 1,753.66 146.14 33.72 4.80
Boxboard 7.93% 3,647.61 303.97 70.15 9.99
Mixed Papers 32.02% 14,730.75 1,227.56 283.28 40.36
Molded Pulp 0.11% 52.61 4.38 1.01 0.14
Kraft Paper 16.01% 7,365.37 613.78 141.64 20.18
Other Paper 1.75% 806.68 67.22 15.51 2.21
Coffee Cups 35.84% 16,484.41 1,373.70 317.01 45.16
Polycoat Containers 2.52% 1,157.42 96.45 22.26 3.17
Total Paper 21.57% 100.00% 45,998.51 3,833.21 884.59 126.02
PLASTICS
# 1 PETE Soft Drinks 28.21% 9,820.50 818.37 188.86 26.91
# 2 HDPE 9.07% 3,156.59 263.05 60.70 8.65
# 3 PVC 0.00% - - - -
# 4 LDPE Recyclable Film 2.02% 701.46 58.46 13.49 1.92
# 5 PP 18.14% 6,313.18 526.10 121.41 17.30
# 6 PS (Styrofoam) 3.02% 1,052.20 87.68 20.23 2.88
# 6 PS (Clear/Hard) 23.17% 8,066.84 672.24 155.13 22.10
# 7 Other 0.05% 17.54 1.46 0.34 0.05
Non-Recyclable Film 15.62% 5,436.35 453.03 104.55 14.89
Rigid Plastics 0.71% 245.51 20.46 4.72 0.67
Total Plastics 16.33% 100.00% 34,810.15 2,900.85 669.43 95.37
METALS
Aluminum Cans 52.33% 2,367.44 197.29 45.53 6.49
Aluminum Foil 0.39% 17.54 1.46 0.34 0.05
Aerosal Cans 0.00% - - - -
Steel 0.39% 17.54 1.46 0.34 0.05
Scrap Metal 46.90% 2,121.93 176.83 40.81 5.81
Total Metals 2.12% 100.00% 4,524.44 377.04 87.01 12.40
GLASS
Glass (Clear/ Coloured) 0.00% - - - -
Other Glass 100.00% 17.54 1.46 0.34 0.05
Total Glass 0.01% 100.00% 17.54 1.46 0.34 0.05
HSW
Batteries 0.00% - - - -
Toner Cartridges 0.00% - - - -
Lightbulbs 0.00% - - - -
Total HSW 0.00% 0.00% - - - -
ORGANICS
Food Waste 53.87% 51,610.22 4,300.85 992.50 141.40
Tissue / Toweling 30.02% 28,760.03 2,396.67 553.08 78.79
Beverage Liquids 2.56% 2,455.12 204.59 47.21 6.73
Compostable Containers 13.55% 12,977.09 1,081.42 249.56 35.55
Total Organics 44.93% 100.00% 95,802.45 7,983.54 1,842.35 262.47
OTHER MATERIALS
E-Waste 1.09% 350.73 29.23 6.74 0.96
Pencils 0.11% 35.07 2.92 0.67 0.10
Dental Molds 13.13% 4,208.78 350.73 80.94 11.53
Latex Gloves 10.94% 3,507.32 292.28 67.45 9.61
Textiles 0.11% 35.07 2.92 0.67 0.10
Surgical Wear 6.67% 2,139.47 178.29 41.14 5.86
Foam 0.05% 17.54 1.46 0.34 0.05
Feminine Hygiene 2.19% 701.46 58.46 13.49 1.92
Tubing 0.05% 17.54 1.46 0.34 0.05
File Folders 65.65% 21,043.92 1,753.66 404.69 57.65
Total Other 15.04% 100.00% 32,056.91 2,671.41 616.48 87.83
TOTAL ANNUAL WASTE 100.00% 213,210.00 17,767.50 4,100.19 584.14
Total Annual Divertable Materials 66.76% 142,344.59
Total Annual Non-Divertable Materials 33.24% 70,865.41
WASTE AUDIT DATA
*The highlighted items are not acceptable items for recycling in the regular recycling bin.
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MOE Forms
APPENDIX II – WASTE AUDIT SUMMARY SHEET
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Ministry of the Environment Waste Form
Report of a Waste Audit – Waste Audit Summary Sheet
Industrial, Commercial and Institutional Establishments
As required by O. Reg. 102/94
This report must be prepared 6 months after becoming subject to O. Reg. 102/94 and
retained on file for at least five years after it is prepared, and be made available to the
ministry upon request.
I. GENERAL INFORMATION
Name of Owner and/or Operator of Entity(ies) and Company Name:
Confederation College
Name of Contact Person:
Rick Sitarski
Telephone #:
807-475-6687
Email address:
Street Address(es) of Entity(ies):
1450 Nakina Drive
Municipality:
Thunder Bay, ON
Type of Entity (check one)
Retail Shopping Establishments Hotels and Motels
Retail Shopping Complexes Hospitals
Office Buildings Educational Institutions x
Restaurants Large Manufacturing Establishments
Note: O. Reg. 102/94 does not apply to multi-unit residential buildings.
II. DESCRIPTION OF ENTITY
Provide a brief overview of the entity(ties):
Confederation College is a northern college of applied arts and technology. Established in 1967,
the college has grown to include a number of campuses across northwestern Ontario. With 58
programs to choose from, small class sizes and a comprehensive mental health and well being
strategy, Confederation College is home to over 7,000 students.
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III. HOW WASTE IS PRODUCED AND DECISIONS AFFECTING THE PRODUCTION
OF WASTE
Categories of Waste How Is the Waste Produced and What Management
Decisions/Policies Affect Its Production?
Newspaper Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for recycling.
Magazines Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for recycling.
Cardboard Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for recycling.
Boxboard Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for recycling.
Mixed paper Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for recycling.
Molded Pulp Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for recycling.
Kraft Paper Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for recycling.
Other Paper Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
Coffee Cups Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
Polycoat Containers Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for recycling. PETE #1 plastic beverage
bottles and clam shells
Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for recycling. HDPE #2 plastics jugs,
crates, totes and drums
Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for recycling.
LDPE #4 Recyclable Film Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
PP #5 Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
PS #6 (Styrofoam) Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
PS #6 (Clear/Hard) Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
Non-Recyclable Film Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
Rigid Plastics Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
Plastic Strapping Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste. Aluminum Food
/Beverage Cans
Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for recycling. Steel Food /Beverage
Cans
Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for recycling. Glass Food /Beverage
Containers
Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for recycling.
Food Waste Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
Tissue/Toweling Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
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IV. MANAGEMENT OF WASTE
Beverage Liquids Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
Other – E-Waste Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
Other – Pencils Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
Other – Dental Molds Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
Other – Latex Gloves Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
Other – Textiles Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
Other – Surgical Wear Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
Other – Foam Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste. Other – Feminine
Hygiene
Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
Other – Dental Molds Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
Other – Tubing Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
Other – File Folders Generated by participants. Material is deposited into designated
container for waste.
Category Waste to be Disposed Reused or Recycled Waste
Newspaper Participants place materials in
recycling bin.
Magazines Participants place materials in
recycling bin.
Cardboard Participants place materials in
recycling bin.
Boxboard Participants place materials in
recycling bin.
Mixed paper Participants place materials in
recycling bin.
Molded Pulp Participants place materials in
recycling bin.
Kraft Paper Participants place materials in
recycling bin.
Other Paper Participants place materials
in waste bin.
Coffee Cups Participants place materials
in waste bin.
Polycoat Containers Participants place materials in
recycling bin.
Aseptic Containers Participants place materials in
recycling bin.
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PETE #1 plastic
beverage bottles and
clam shells
Participants place materials in
recycling bin.
HDPE #2 plastics jugs,
crates, totes and drums
Participants place materials in
recycling bin. LDPE #4 Recyclable
Film
Participants place materials
in waste bin.
PP #5 Participants place materials
in waste bin.
PS #6 (Styrofoam) Participants place materials
in waste bin.
PS #6 (Clear/Hard) Participants place materials
in waste bin.
Non-Recyclable Film Participants place materials
in waste bin.
Rigid Plastics Participants place materials
in waste bin.
Plastic Strapping Participants place materials
in waste bin.
Aluminum Food
/Beverage Cans
Participants place materials in
recycling bin. Steel Food /Beverage
Cans
Participants place materials in
recycling bin. Glass Food /Beverage
Containers
Participants place materials in
recycling bin.
Food Waste Employees place in waste
bins.
Tissue/Toweling Employees place in waste
bins.
Beverage Liquids Employees place in waste
bins.
Other – E Waste Employees place in waste
bins.
Other – Pencils Employees place in waste
bins.
Other – Dental Molds Employees place in waste
bins.
Other – Latex Gloves Employees place in waste
bins.
Other – Textiles Employees place in waste
bins.
Other – Surgical Wear Employees place in waste
bins.
Other – Foam Employees place in waste
bins.
Other – Feminine
Hygiene
Employees place in waste
bins.
Other – Dental Molds Employees place in waste
bins.
Other – Tubing Employees place in waste
bins.
Other – File Folders Employees place in waste
bins.
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V. ESTIMATED QUANTITY OF WASTE PRODUCED ANNUALLY
Confederation College
1450 Nakina Dr., Thunder Bay
Categories of Waste"A" Base Year
(2016)
"B" Current
Year (2018)
"C" Change
(A-B)
"A" Base Year
(2016)
"B" Current
Year (2018)
"C" Change
(A-B)
"A" Base Year
(2016)
"B" Current
Year (2018)
"C" Change
(A-B)
Newspaper 1.00 0.36 (0.64) 0.11 0.36 0.25 0.89 - (0.89)
Magazines 0.04 0.12 0.08 0.04 0.12 0.08 - - -
Cardboard 1.02 3.82 2.80 0.19 2.07 1.88 0.83 1.75 0.92
Boxboard 1.83 4.55 2.71 0.28 0.90 0.62 1.55 3.65 2.09
Mixed Papers 7.05 16.53 9.48 0.56 1.80 1.24 6.49 14.73 8.24
Molded Pulp 0.37 0.17 (0.20) 0.04 0.12 0.08 0.33 0.05 (0.28)
Kraft Paper 3.79 7.43 3.63 0.02 0.06 0.04 3.77 7.37 3.59
Other Paper 22.75 0.81 (21.94) - - - 22.75 0.81 (21.94)
Coffee Cups 3.40 18.16 14.76 0.52 1.68 1.16 2.88 16.48 13.60
Polycoat Containers 2.83 1.52 (1.31) 0.11 0.36 0.25 2.72 1.16 (1.56)
# 1 PETE Soft Drinks 16.23 19.08 2.85 5.08 9.26 4.18 11.15 9.82 (1.33)
# 2 HDPE 0.33 3.75 3.42 0.33 0.60 0.27 - 3.16 3.16
# 3 PVC - - - - - - - - -
# 4 LDPE Recyclable Film 0.49 1.60 1.11 0.49 0.90 0.41 - 0.70 0.70
# 5 PP 0.49 7.21 6.72 0.49 0.90 0.41 - 6.31 6.31
# 6 PS (Styrofoam) - 1.05 1.05 - - - - 1.05 1.05
# 6 PS (Clear/Hard) 1.80 11.35 9.55 1.80 3.28 1.48 - 8.07 8.07
# 7 Other - 0.02 0.02 - - - - 0.02 0.02
Non-Recyclable Film 30.44 5.44 (25.01) - - - 30.44 5.44 (25.01)
Rigid Plastics - 0.25 0.25 - - - - 0.25 0.25
Aluminum Cans 3.86 5.03 1.17 1.46 2.66 1.20 2.40 2.37 (0.03)
Aluminum Foil 0.50 0.13 (0.37) 0.06 0.11 0.05 0.44 0.02 (0.43)
Steel - 0.02 0.02 - - - - 0.02 0.02
Scrap Metal 0.13 2.15 2.02 0.02 0.03 0.01 0.11 2.12 2.01
Glass (Clear/ Coloured) 2.34 0.93 (1.41) 0.51 0.93 0.42 1.83 - (1.83)
Other Glass 0.06 0.02 (0.04) - - - 0.06 0.02 (0.04)
Batteries 1.88 - (1.88) 0.11 - (0.11) 1.77 - (1.77)
Toner Cartridges 0.89 - (0.89) - - - 0.89 - (0.89)
Food Waste 61.33 51.61 (9.72) - - - 61.33 51.61 (9.72)
Tissue / Toweling 7.93 28.76 20.83 - - - 7.93 28.76 20.83
Beverage Liquids - 2.46 2.46 - - - 2.46 2.46
Compostables - 12.98 12.98 - - - 12.98 12.98
E-Waste - 0.35 0.35 - - - 0.35 0.35
Pencils - 0.04 0.04 - - - 0.04 0.04
Dental Molds - 4.21 4.21 - - - 4.21 4.21
Latex Gloves - 3.51 3.51 - - 3.51 3.51
Textiles 3.16 0.04 (3.12) - - 3.16 0.04 (3.12)
Surgical Wear - 2.14 2.14 - - 2.14 2.14
Foam - 0.02 0.02 - - - 0.02 0.02
Feminine Hygiene - 0.70 0.70 - - - 0.70 0.70
Tubing - 0.02 0.02 - - - 0.02 0.02
File Folders - 21.04 21.04 - - - 21.04 21.04
175.94 239.34 63.40 12.22 26.13 13.91 163.72 213.21 49.49
Percent Change (C÷A x 100) 136.04% 213.83% 130.23%
Generated Recycled Disposed
ESTIMATED QUANTITY OF WASTE PRODUCED ANNUALLY
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VI. TO WHICH MATERIALS OR PRODUCTS USED OR SOLD BY ENTITY
CONSIST OF RECYCLED OR REUSED MATERIALS OR PRODUCTS
1. Do you have a management policy in place that promotes the purchasing and/or use
of materials or products that consist of recycled and/or reused materials or products?
If yes, please describe.
Not at this time.
2. Do you have plans to increase the extent to which materials or products used or sold*
consist of recycled or reused materials or products? If yes, please describe.
Not at this time.
* Information regarding materials or products “sold” that consist of recycled or
reused materials or products is only required from owner(s) of retail shopping
establishments and the owner(s) or operator(s) of large manufacturing
establishments.
Please attach any additional page(s) as required to answer the above questions
I hereby certify that the information provided in this Report of Waste Audit is
complete and correct.
Signature of authorized
official:
Title: Date:
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MOE FORMS
APPENDIX III - REPORT OF WASTE REDUCTION WORK PLAN
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Ministry of the Environment Waste Form
Report of a Waste Audit
Industrial, Commercial and Institutional Establishments
As required by O. Reg. 102/94
This report must be prepared 6 months after becoming subject to O. Reg. 102/94
and retained on file for at least five years after it is prepared, and be made
available to the ministry upon request.
I. GENERAL INFORMATION
Name of Owner and/or Operator of Entity(ies) and Company Name:
Confederation College – Confederation College
Name of Contact Person
Rick Sitarski
Telephone #:
807-475-6687
Email address:
Street Address(es) of Entity(ies):
1450 Nakina Drive
Municipality:
Thunder Bay, ON
Type of Entity (check one)
Retail Shopping Establishments Hotels and Motels
Retail Shopping Complexes Hospitals
Office Buildings Educational Institutions x
Restaurants Large Manufacturing Establishments
II. DESCRIPTION OF ENTITY
Provide a brief overview of the entity(ties):
Confederation College is a northern college of applied arts and technology. Established in 1967,
the college has grown to include a number of campuses across northwestern Ontario. With 58
programs to choose from, small class sizes and a comprehensive mental health and well being
strategy, Confederation College is home to over 7,000 students.
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III. PLANS TO REDUSE, REUSE AND RECYCLE
Waste Category
Source Separation and 3Rs Program
Newspaper
Reduce: Provide digital copies of newspaper to participants.
Reuse: Newsprint can be reused for moving and shipping as packaging.
Recycle: Through education and awareness, ensure all participants
understand current recycling programs and initiatives.
Magazines
Reduce: Encourage use of electronic documents only and to think before
purchasing.
Reuse: Magazines are shared in guest common areas.
Recycle: Through education and awareness, ensure all participants
understand current recycling programs and initiatives.
Cardboard
Reduce: Encourage suppliers to provide goods in reusable containers.
Purchase supplies in bulk to avoid excess packaging.
Reuse: Cardboard boxes can be reused for moving and shipping.
Recycle: Through education and awareness, ensure all participants
understand current recycling programs and initiatives.
Boxboard
Reduce: Encourage suppliers to provide goods in reusable containers.
Purchase supplies in bulk to avoid excess packaging.
Reuse: Boxboard can be reused for packaging small goods.
Recycle: Through education and awareness, ensure all participants
understand current recycling programs and initiatives.
Mixed paper
Reduce: Encourage use of electronic documents only and to think before
printing.
Reuse: Reuse one sided documents for other print jobs.
Recycle: Through education and awareness, ensure all participants
understand current recycling programs and initiatives.
Molded Pulp
Reduce: Encourage suppliers to provide goods in reusable containers.
Purchase supplies in bulk to avoid excess packaging.
Reuse: Reuse for packaging and protecting small goods.
Recycle: Through education and awareness, ensure all participants
understand current recycling programs and initiatives.
Kraft Paper
Reduce: Encourage suppliers to provide goods packaged in reusable
products.
Reuse: Reuse for packaging and protecting small goods.
Recycle: Through education and awareness, ensure all participants
understand current recycling programs and initiatives.
Other Paper
Reduce: Encourage suppliers to provide goods packaged in reusable
products. Refuse products packaged in this material.
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: Material is not recyclable. Through education and awareness,
ensure all participants understand current recycling programs and
initiatives.
Coffee Cups
Reduce: Encourage suppliers to provide goods packaged in reusable
products. Refuse products packaged in this material; bring a reusable
mug.
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: Material is not recyclable. Through education and awareness,
ensure all participants understand current recycling programs and
initiatives.
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Polycoat
Containers
Reduce: Encourage suppliers to provide goods packaged in reusable
products. Refuse products packaged in this material.
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: Through education and awareness, ensure all participants
understand current recycling programs and initiatives.
PETE #1 plastic
beverage bottles
and clam shells
Reduce: Encourage suppliers to provide goods in bulk to cut down on
amount of material produced. Promote reusable containers to visitors
and staff.
Reuse: Reuse material for water throughout the day.
Recycle: Through education and awareness, ensure all participants
understand current recycling programs and initiatives.
HDPE #2 plastics
jugs, crates, totes
and drums
Reduce: Encourage suppliers to provide goods in bulk to cut down on
amount of material produced.
Reuse: Containers are reused in kitchen areas for collection of organic
waste (i.e. large white tubs).
Recycle: Through education and awareness, ensure all participants
understand current recycling programs and initiatives.
LDPE #4
Recyclable Film
Reduce: Encourage suppliers to provide goods in bulk to cut down on
amount of material produced.
Reuse: Use plastic bags for other uses such as in back-of house small
garbage containers (i.e. in employee offices/washrooms); use as
protective packaging for shipments.
Recycle: Through education and awareness, ensure all participants
understand current recycling programs and initiatives.
PP #5
Reduce: Encourage suppliers to provide goods in bulk to cut down on
amount of material produced.
Reuse: Reuse container for food or snacks throughout the day.
Recycle: Through education and awareness, ensure all participants
understand current recycling programs and initiatives.
PS #6 (Styrofoam)
Reduce: Encourage suppliers to provide goods packaged in reusable
products. Refuse products packaged in this material.
Reuse: Reuse as protective packaging for shipments.
Recycle: Material is not recyclable. Through education and awareness,
ensure all participants understand current recycling programs and
initiatives.
PS #6
(Clear/Hard)
Reduce: Encourage suppliers to provide goods in bulk to cut down on
amount of material produced.
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: Through education and awareness, ensure all participants
understand current recycling programs and initiatives.
Non-Recyclable
Film
Reduce: Encourage suppliers to provide goods packaged in reusable
products. Refuse products packaged in this material.
Reuse: Reuse as protective packaging for shipments.
Recycle: Material is not recyclable. Through education and awareness,
ensure all participants understand current recycling programs and
initiatives.
Rigid Plastics
Reduce: Encourage suppliers to provide goods packaged in reusable
products. Refuse products packaged in this material.
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: Material is not recyclable. Through education and awareness,
ensure all participants understand current recycling programs and
initiatives.
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Plastic Strapping
Reduce: Encourage suppliers to provide goods in alterative material,
other than plastic.
Reuse: Reuse current material for shipping/receiving and packaging.
Recycle: Through education and awareness, ensure all participants
understand current recycling programs and initiatives.
Aluminum Food
/Beverage Cans
Reduce: Encourage suppliers to provide goods in bulk to cut down on
amount of material produced.
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: Through education and awareness, ensure all participants
understand current recycling programs and initiatives.
Steel Food
/Beverage Cans
Reduce: Encourage suppliers to provide goods in bulk to cut down on
amount of material produced.
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: Through education and awareness, ensure all participants
understand current recycling programs and initiatives.
Glass Food
/Beverage
Containers
Reduce: Implement sustainable purchasing policy to ensure amounts are
not ordered in excess.
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: Through education and awareness, ensure all participants
understand current recycling programs and initiatives.
Food Waste
Reduce: Encourage suppliers to provide goods in bulk to cut down on
amount of material produced.
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: An organic recycling program does not yet exist at this
property. Consider implementing program for tenants producing food
waste and other organic items.
Tissue/Toweling
Reduce: N/A
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: An organic recycling program does not yet exist at this
property. Consider implementing program for tenants producing food
waste and other organic items.
Beverage Liquids
Reduce: N/A
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: An organic recycling program does not yet exist at this
property. Consider implementing program for tenants producing food
waste and other organic items.
Other – E Waste
Reduce: N/A
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: Material is recyclable and placed in a designated electronics
waste recycling program.
Other – Pencils
Reduce: N/A
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: Material is not recyclable. Ensure all employees understand
current recycling programs and initiatives.
Other – Dental
Molds
Reduce: N/A
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: Material is not recyclable. Ensure all employees understand
current recycling programs and initiatives.
Other – Latex
Gloves
Reduce: N/A
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: Material is not recyclable. Ensure all employees understand
current recycling programs and initiatives.
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Other – Textiles
Reduce: N/A
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: Material is not recyclable. Ensure all employees understand
current recycling programs and initiatives.
Other – Surgical
Wear
Reduce: N/A
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: Material is not recyclable. Ensure all employees understand
current recycling programs and initiatives.
Other – Foam
Reduce: N/A
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: Material is not recyclable. Ensure all employees understand
current recycling programs and initiatives.
Other – Feminine
Hygiene
Reduce: N/A
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: Material is not recyclable. Ensure all employees understand
current recycling programs and initiatives.
Other – Dental
Molds
Reduce: N/A
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: Material is not recyclable. Ensure all employees understand
current recycling programs and initiatives.
Other – Tubing
Reduce: N/A
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: Material is not recyclable. Ensure all employees understand
current recycling programs and initiatives.
Other – File
Folders
Reduce: N/A
Reuse: N/A
Recycle: Material is not recyclable. Ensure all employees understand
current recycling programs and initiatives.
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IV. RESPONSIBILITY FOR IMPLEMNTING THE WASTE REDUCTION WORK
PLAN
Identify who is responsible for implementing the Waste Reduction Work Plan at your entity (ies).
If more than one person is responsible for implementation, identify each person who is
responsible and indicate the part of the Waste Reduction Work Plan that each person is
responsible for implementing.
Name of Person Responsibility Telephone #
Rick Sitarski Facility Services Director 807-475-6687
V. TIMETABLE FOR IMPLEMENTING WASTE REDUCTION WORK PLAN
Source Separation
and 3Rs Program Schedule for Completion
Newspaper 3Rs Program is currently in place. The facility is continuously working
on improving diversion and reduction initiatives.
Magazines 3Rs Program is currently in place. The facility is continuously working
on improving diversion and reduction initiatives.
Cardboard 3Rs Program is currently in place. The facility is continuously working
on improving diversion and reduction initiatives.
Boxboard 3Rs Program is currently in place. The facility is continuously working
on improving diversion and reduction initiatives.
Mixed paper 3Rs Program is currently in place. The facility is continuously working
on improving diversion and reduction initiatives.
Molded Pulp 3Rs Program is currently in place. The facility is continuously working
on improving diversion and reduction initiatives.
Kraft Paper 3Rs Program is currently in place. The facility is continuously working
on improving diversion and reduction initiatives.
Other Paper Material is not recyclable. Ensure participants understand what is
accepted in the recycling program by early 2019.
Coffee Cups Material is not recyclable. Ensure participants understand what is
accepted in the recycling program by early 2019.
Polycoat Containers 3Rs Program is currently in place. The facility is continuously working
on improving diversion and reduction initiatives. PETE #1 plastic
beverage bottles and
clam shells
3Rs Program is currently in place. The facility is continuously working
on improving diversion and reduction initiatives.
HDPE #2 plastics jugs,
crates, totes and drums
3Rs Program is currently in place. The facility is continuously working
on improving diversion and reduction initiatives.
LDPE #4 Recyclable Film Material is not recyclable. Ensure participants understand what is
accepted in the recycling program by early 2019.
PP #5 Material is not recyclable. Ensure participants understand what is
accepted in the recycling program by early 2019.
PS #6 (Clear/hard) Material is not recyclable. Ensure participants understand what is
accepted in the recycling program by early 2019.
PS #6 (Styrofoam) Material is not recyclable. Ensure participants understand what is
accepted in the recycling program by early 2019.
Non-Recyclable Film Material is not recyclable. Ensure participants understand what is
accepted in the recycling program by early 2019.
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Rigid Plastics Material is not recyclable. Ensure participants understand what is
accepted in the recycling program by early 2019.
Plastic Strapping Material is not recyclable. Ensure participants understand what is
accepted in the recycling program by early 2019. Aluminum Food
/Beverage Cans
3Rs Program is currently in place. The facility is continuously working
on improving diversion and reduction initiatives. Steel Food /Beverage
Cans
3Rs Program is currently in place. The facility is continuously working
on improving diversion and reduction initiatives. Glass Food /Beverage
Containers
3Rs Program is currently in place. The facility is continuously working
on improving diversion and reduction initiatives.
Food Waste Organics program not yet in place. The facility is continuously working
on improving diversion and reduction initiatives.
Tissue/Towelling Organics program not yet in place. The facility is continuously working
on improving diversion and reduction initiatives.
Beverage Liquids Organics program not yet in place. The facility is continuously working
on improving diversion and reduction initiatives.
Other – E Waste
Material is recyclable and placed in a designated electronics waste
recycling program. Ensure participants understand what is accepted in
the recycling program by early 2019.
Other – Pencils Material is not recyclable. Ensure participants understand what is
accepted in the recycling program by early 2019.
Other – Dental Molds Material is not recyclable. Ensure participants understand what is
accepted in the recycling program by early 2019.
Other – Latex Gloves Material is not recyclable. Ensure participants understand what is
accepted in the recycling program by early 2019.
Other – Textiles Material is not recyclable. Ensure participants understand what is
accepted in the recycling program by early 2019.
Other – Surgical Wear Material is not recyclable. Ensure participants understand what is
accepted in the recycling program by early 2019.
Other – Foam Material is not recyclable. Ensure participants understand what is
accepted in the recycling program by early 2019. Other – Feminine
Hygiene
Material is not recyclable. Ensure participants understand what is
accepted in the recycling program by early 2019.
Other – Dental Molds Material is not recyclable. Ensure participants understand what is
accepted in the recycling program by early 2019.
Other – Tubing Material is not recyclable. Ensure participants understand what is
accepted in the recycling program by early 2019.
Other – File Folders Material is not recyclable. Ensure participants understand what is
accepted in the recycling program by early 2019.
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VI. COMMUNICATION TO STAFF, CUSTOMERS, GUESTS AND VISITORS
A copy of the Waste Reduction Work Plan will be posted in an area where most employees will see
it and will be made available to employees upon request.
To ensure all participants in the recycling program understand where materials go, new receptacles
and new signage will be applied to recycling and waste receptacles and to large collection bins in
the loading dock.
VII. ESTIMATED WASTE PRODUCED BY MATERIAL TYPE AND THE PROJECTED
AMOUNT TO BE DIVERTED BY THE 3 Rs
Material Categories
(as stated in Part III)
Estimated
Annual Waste
Produced
(tonnes)
Name of Proposed 3Rs Program
(as stated in Part III)
Projections to Reduce, Reuse or Recycle
Waste (tonnes)
Estimated Annual
Amount to be Diverted (%)
Reduce Reuse Recycle
Example: Fine Paper
1.8 t Fine Paper 3Rs
Program 200 t 100 t 1.2 t 60%
Newspaper
0.36
Mixed Paper
Recycling
0.22
60.00
Magazines
0.12
Mixed Paper
Recycling
0.07
60.00
Cardboard
3.82
Mixed Paper
Recycling
2.29
60.00
Boxboard
4.55
Mixed Paper
Recycling
2.73
60.00
Mixed Papers
16.53
Mixed Paper
Recycling
9.92
60.00
Molded Pulp
0.17
Mixed Paper
Recycling
0.10
60.00
Kraft Paper
7.43
Mixed Paper
Recycling
4.46
60.00
Other Paper
0.81
Waste
0.08
10.00
Coffee Cups
18.16 Organics Recycling
1.82
10.00
Polycoat Containers
1.52
Mixed Paper
Recycling
0.91
60.00
# 1 PETE Soft
Drinks
19.08
Commingled
Recycling
11.45
60.00
# 2 HDPE
3.75
Commingled
Recycling
2.25
60.00
# 3 PVC
- Waste
-
10.00
# 4 LDPE Recyclable Film
1.60
Commingled
Recycling
0.96
60.00
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# 5 PP
7.21
Commingled
Recycling
4.33
60.00
# 6 PS (Styrofoam)
1.05
Alternative Recycling
Program 0.11
10.00
# 6 PS
(Clear/Hard)
11.35
Commingled
Recycling
6.81
60.00
# 7 Other
0.02 Waste
10.00
Non-Recyclable Film
5.44 Waste
0.54
10.00
Rigid Plastics
0.25 Waste
0.02
10.00
Aluminum Cans
5.03
Commingled
Recycling
3.02
60.00
Aluminum Foil
0.13
Commingled
Recycling 0.01
10.00
Steel
0.02
Commingled
Recycling
0.01
60.00
Scrap Metal
2.15
Commingled
Recycling
1.29
60.00
Glass (Clear/
Coloured)
0.93
Commingled
Recycling
0.56
60.00
Other Glass
0.02 Organics Recycling
0.01
60.00
Batteries
- Organics Recycling
-
60.00
Toner Cartridges
- Organics Recycling
-
60.00
Food Waste
51.61 Organics Recycling
30.97
60.00
Tissue / Toweling
28.76
Alternative Diversion
Program
17.26
60.00
Beverage Liquids
2.46 Waste
1.47
60.00
Compostables
12.98 Waste
7.79
60.00
E-Waste
0.35
Alternative Diversion
Program
0.21
60.00
Pencils
0.04
Waste 0.00
10.00
Dental Molds
4.21
Waste 0.42
10.00
Latex Gloves
3.51
Waste 0.35
10.00
Textiles
0.04
Waste 0.00
10.00
Surgical Wear
2.14
Waste 0.21
10.00
Foam 0.02
Waste 0.00
10.00
Feminine Hygiene 0.70
Waste 0.07
10.00
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* Estimated Waste Produced = Waste Diverted (3Rs) + Waste Disposed ** Estimated Waste Diversion Rate = Amount of Waste Diverted (3Rs) ÷ Estimated Waste Produced x 100%
I hereby certify that the information provided in this Waste Reduction Work Plan is complete and correct.
Signature of authorized official:
Title: Date:
Tubing 0.02
Waste 0.00
10.00
File Folders 21.04 Waste 2.10 10.00
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APPENDIX IV – QUESTIONS TO ASSESS COMPLIANCE PURPOSE: TO OBTAIN INFORMATION THAT WILL SUPPORT AND ASSESSMENT OF A
GENERATOR’S COMPLIANCE WITH ONTARIO REGULATION 103/94 SUB-SECTION 2(1) (D)
THAT A SOURCE SEPARATION PROGRAM MUST INCLUDE “REASONABLE EFFORTS TO
ENSURE THAT FULL USE IS MADE OF THE PROGRAM AND THAT THE SEPARATED WASTE IS
REUSED OR RECYCLED.”
Please answer the following questions for each waste management company that you have
retained for the collection of the source separated material from your site?
1. Which waste management services company do you have a contract or agreement with
to collect source separated materials from your site? (Please provide a copy of the
contract/agreement for each waste management service company and if applicable,
their Environmental Compliance Approval –ECA- or Environmental Activity and Sector
Registry registration number)
GFL Environmental Inc. is the contracted waste and recycling service provider.
Please contact your local sales representative if a current copy of an invoice is
required. GFL provides all solid, non-hazardous waste and recycling removal
for the facility.
2. a.)Where are the recyclable materials being sent to? (Please provide a letter including
the name, location and ECA –if applicable of each receiving facility)
Please see letter attached in Appendix V.
b.)If the waste is going to a waste transfer station, where are the recyclables being taken
further? (Please provide a letter including the name, location and ECA –if applicable- of
each final destination)
Please refer to same letter attached in Appendix V.
c.)If the source separated material was sent for disposal (e.g., landfill, incineration,
etc.) what explanation was provided to you by your waste management services
company on the amount of source separated material that was sent for disposal?
No source separated materials are sent to landfill.
3. Please describe any additional efforts made to demonstrate compliance with s. 2(1) (d)
of Reg. 103/94 (i.e. that reasonable efforts are made to ensure that the separated
waste is reused or recycled). Please provide any documents that outline your efforts.
No, not at this time.
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Figure 1: Aluminum Cans found in the sample. Figure 2: Coffee Cups found on site. Coffee cups are non -recyclable in Thunder Bay.
Figure 3: Reusable mugs should be encouraged on Figure 4: Compostable packaging found in the sample. campus to lower waste production.
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Figure 5: Compostable products decompose in an industrial organics
program. If an organics program were implemented this product would be recyclable.
Figure 6:: File folders, binder and e-waste found in sample. Figure 7: Latex gloves found in sample. This product is garbage.
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Figure 8: Mixed paper found in sample. This product should be put into the recycling program.
Figure 9: Improved signage and education would help Figure 10: Non-Recyclable film found in sample. raise awareness about recyclable materials, like mixed paper.
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Figure 11: Non-recyclable paper found in sample.
Figure 12: Rigid plastics found in sample. This consisted Figure 13: Reusable cutlery should be encouraged. mostly of plastic cutlery.
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Figure 14: Styrofoam found in sample. Figure 15: Surgical masks and gloves found in sample.
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LETTER OF DECLARATION Recyclable Material Diversion
Thunder Bay Division
The materials listed below are collected by GFL Environmental Inc. in Thunder Bay, Ontario,
and are diverted from landfills and recycled in the following manner:
Non-Ferrous Materials including Copper, Brass, Aluminum, and Stainless Steel –
All non-ferrous materials are collected and shipped to various metal recyclers using Compass
Metal. The material is manually sorted and processed (strip or chop) to separate aluminum,
brass, copper, stainless steel, and any other residuals. The materials are then sent
downstream, including copper rod/wire manufacturers in the telecommunications industry,
aluminum plants for alloy ingot in the automotive industry, brass mills for construction or
residential use, etc.
Ferrous Materials and Shredding Tin – All ferrous metals are sorted and shipped to
metal recycler Triple M Metals in Hamilton, Ontario. The molten steel is turned into raw
materials for new products.
Plastic Materials including PET #1 and HDPE #2– These materials are sorted, baled,
and shipped to final destination recyclers, where reprocessing units clean and process the
materials for reuse, or shred or ground the materials, to sell to plastic molders who will then
make new products. PET #1 plastics are shipped to Evergreen Plastics in Clyde, OH, and
HDPE #2 plastics are shipped to Advantage Drainage in Findlay, OH.
Glass Recycling – Glass food and beverage containers are collected on-site and shipped
directly to the Thunder Bay Municipal Landfill, where a process in place that grinds all glass
to be used as aggregate for road base construction.
OCC (cardboard) – Materials are collected and sorted by type, baled and shipped to
Atlantic Packaging Products in Whitby, Ontario.
Fibre Materials including Mixed Paper, ONP #6, ONP #8, and ONP#9 – Old
newspapers #6 and #8 as well as Mixed Paper are baled and shipped to Huhtamaki
Packaging in Hammond, IN.
Tetra Pak – Tetra Pak products are separated and shipped to The Paper Tigers, located in
Bannockburn, IL.
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All sites for waste or recyclable materials will be properly permitted by the Ministry
of the Environment (MOE) or the local Municipality.
Company Address Telephone #
Compass Metal 309 Fellowship Road Suite 200,
Mt. Laurel, NJ
856-983-1227
Triple M Metals 706 Strathearne Avenue,
Hamilton, ON
905-545-7083
Evergreen Plastics
202 Watertower Drive,
Clyde, ON
419-547-1400
Advantage Drainage
Corporate Headquarters
4640 Truman Boulevard,
Hilliard, OH
1-800-733-9554
Thunder Bay Municipal Landfill 5405 Mapleward Road,
Thunder Bay, ON
807-623-5756
Atlantic Packaging Products 1900 Thickson Road South
Whitby, ON
1-800-268-5620
Huhtamaki Packaging 6629 Indianapolis Boulevard,
Hammond, IN
219-972-4299
The Paper Tigers 2201 Waukegan Road Suite 180
Bannockburn, IL
847-919-6575
Should you have any questions or require further information please do not hesitate to
contact:
Laura McAlpine
Environmental Manager
GFL Environmental Inc.
T. 647-624-1439
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