ABOUT
WASTE CHECK

Recyclables are collected in blue bags through a 2-bag system which means papers go in blue bag #1 and plastics and containers go in blue bag #2. Recyclables from Yarmouth and Digby Counties are transported to Scotia Recycling where they are sorted, processed and shipped out to markets to be recycled into useful items.

Organics are collected bi-weekly using a green cart at the curb in each municipal unit. There are two cart sizes available 65 gallon and 35 gallon. Only paper liners are accepted in the green cart. Organics are transported from our region to the Compost Plant in Yarmouth where it is processed on-site into valuable compost.

Garbage is collected bi-weekly in clear bags. Garbage is taken to the three transfer stations in our Region which are located in Yarmouth, Clare and Digby. The garbage is then loaded into tractor trailers and shipped to a second-generation landfill in the Region of Queens Municipality. One of the main reasons for switching to clear bags for garbage in April 2007 was so that we could reduce the amount of garbage being shipped to Queens. We are under contract agreements that require us to exercise due diligence in the removal of banned materials from the garbage. Having garbage in clear bags gives us a safe and quick way to see what is arriving at the transfer stations or placed at the curb for collection.

Waste Check is responsible for offering its services to help residents/business owners understand and carry out the terms of the Solid Waste-Resource Management Strategy.  Waste Check has devoted staff that make visits to homes, schools, businesses and institutions free of charge. Waste Check offers many programs to assist everyone in reducing waste for a healthier environment. Please continue to explore our website for more information on the services and programs provided to Region 7 by Waste Check.