Community Waste Reduction and Reuse Initiatives

In June 2024, Ottawa City Council approved the Solid Waste Master Plan (SWMP). The plan guides how the City will sustainably manage waste over the next 30 years. One of the key actions in the plan is to support and grow community programs that help reduce and reuse waste.

These programs have many benefits. They:

• Help residents save money
• Build stronger communities
• Protect natural resources
• Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
• Save landfill space and lower waste collection costs

We know many community groups are already helping residents reduce and reuse waste. Now, we want to hear from you!

• What programs or events are you aware of?
• Which ones do you take part in?
• What challenges do you face?
• What could the City do to help?

Your feedback will help us decide which programs to support and what new ideas to explore, so we can build a stronger sharing economy in Ottawa.

This project page will be your hub for updates and opportunities to provide feedback for community waste reduction and reuse.

If you require assistance or are experiencing technical problems with this page, please contact us at wasteplan@ottawa.ca. For assistance, residents without internet access or those needing additional support to complete the survey can contact the Waste Plan Team by phone at 613-580-2400, extension 25550.

Translations other than French were completed using a third-party translation service. While efforts were made to ensure accuracy, some variations in meaning may occur.