Sanitary sewers transport wastewater released from a drain, toilet, sink or appliance such as a clothes or dishwasher. This wastewater from residences and businesses flows to treatment plants where it is cleaned before being released into Lake Ontario. What does Toronto do with waste water? The majority of Toronto’s wastewater is treated at four wastewater […]
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How Do I Get Rid Of Extra Garbage In Toronto?
Excess Garbage, Recycling & Organics Excess garbage beyond what fits in your bin with the lid closed, must be bagged, tagged and set out beside your Garbage Bin for collection. Garbage Tags are available for purchase online and at Toronto Shoppers Drug Mart and Canadian Tire. How do you throw away bulky items? For removal […]
What Time Is Garbage Pickup In Toronto?
It’s usually in the hourly range of 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Once in a while, they even come around 2 p.m. That’s not good enough for me. If there isn’t a set time when we can expect garbage collection at our homes, city council needs to make it happen. How often is garbage picked […]
Who Provides Water In Toronto?
Toronto Water is responsible for all aspects of: drinking water treatment and supply. wastewater collection and treatment. stormwater management. Do you pay for water in Toronto? Toronto Water operates 24/7 and is solely funded by rates and user fees. Is it OK to drink tap water in Toronto? Toronto tap water comes from the bordering […]
Which Bin Do Diapers Go In Toronto?
the green bin. The city of Toronto allows diapers in the green bin. So does York region and Vaughan. What happens to diapers in Toronto? The City of Toronto permits diapers in the compost bin, but only the fibre and organic matter are composted. The plastic ends up in the landfill. Where should diapers be […]
What Happens To Compost In Toronto?
The City sends the digester solids produced through anaerobic digestion to contractors where it is turned into high quality compost which can be used in parks and gardens. The City gets a percentage of the compost back and gives it out to the public for free at Community Environment Days. What happens to compost in […]
Where Did Torontonians Commonly Dispose Of Their Waste Prior To The 1990’S?
There are 160 former dumps located within the former city of Toronto and former Metro Toronto area but most have been redeveloped in the 20th Century: Harper’s Dump – located in what is Greenwood Subway Yard and used during the 1930s. Riverdale Park – used for a single year in 1960. Where does Toronto dump […]
How Do I Get Rid Of Junk In Toronto?
Booking is easy: simply book online or call our friendly junk removal and disposal team from Toronto at 416-744-8080. JUSTJUNK is here to help clear your clutter today with our same and next day service availability! We can have that junk gone in minutes, just like magic! How much does junk removal cost in Toronto? […]
How Can I Get Free Compost In Toronto?
Free Compost Pickup Residents are invited to pick up free bagged compost at a Community Environment Day event. Compost will come in 13 kg bags and will be limited to two bags per household, while supplies last. The compost was created from the yard waste and organic materials collected at the curb, throughout Toronto. Is […]
How Can I Test My Water In Toronto?
Contact 311 to register for a lead testing kit. A kit will be left in your mailbox. Each kit includes a water-sampling container and instructions on how to take a sample. Once you have collected your water sample, please drop it off for lead testing at 275 Merton Street. How do I get my local […]