THUNDER BAY — The City of Thunder Bay will allow residents to put out a third item of garbage with no tag on the first collection date after New Year’s Day.
This extra item will help residents address the increased waste generated during the holiday season.
The City reminds residents they can reduce waste by using the six R’s:
- Rethink: Think about waste before you buy and avoid ‘disposable’ products.
- Refuse: Avoid excess packaging and choose products in minimal or recyclable packaging.
- Reduce: Use reusable containers and bags instead of disposable ones.
- Reuse: Charitable organizations and thrift shops may be able to take reusable items you no longer need.
- Repair: Be handy and fix items instead of replacing them.
- Recycle: Recycle everything you can.
For more information, residents can check their waste collection calendar, contact the City’s Dispatch line at 807-625-2195 or visit the City’s website.
