Environment and Climate Change Canada that the government has officially accepted the Basel Convention plastic waste amendments that went into effect on 1/1/21. Canada will now need prior informed consent from importing countries before shipping certain types of plastic scrap and is forbidden from trading with non-Basel Convention countries without a special agreement.
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SWANA Pacific Chapter - BC & Yukon is happy to present a new program for Solid Waste Basics training. This 1/2 day training course will take place on March 11 from 12:30 - 4:00 PM. It will provide a general overview of the systems in place to manage Municipal Solid Waste (no prior knowledge of solid waste is required). Have our lead instructors get your employees oriented to the solid waste industry. ![]()
Successful completion of Solid Waste Basics training is eligible for 5 Continuing Education Units (CEU's). ![]()
For more information and to register see our website. ![]()
swanabc.org/event/solid-waste-basics-virtual-training/
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Solid Waste Basics – Virtual Training – SWANA BC Pacific
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Course date: Thursday, March 11, 2021 Time: 12:30 – 04:00 PM Cost: $65/person Completion of the training course will provide 5 Continuing Education Units (CEU’s)3 months ago
One Week Countdown until SWANA Days! We've got some great sessions and networking planned - you don't want to miss out! Join us December 1, 2 and 3 virtually for SWANA Days. We are excited to bring you some engaging and informative speakers to complete your days of learning. Check out our website for agenda and registration details. Registration closes midnight, November 30. swanabc.org/news-events/swana-day-2020/
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3 months ago
REMINDER - Tomorrow! ![]()
SWANA Pacific Chapter YPs are excited to host our zoom session #4: Speed Mentoring – Wednesday, November 18 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM PST.![]()
Participants will have an opportunity to speak to 3 solid waste experts, Heidi Gerlach (Dillon Consulting), a waste management policy and public sector expert; Scott Hoekstra (City of Kelowna), a landfill management and contaminated soil remediation expert and Karen Storry (Metro Vancouver), a circular economy & reuse, repurpose and recycle expert.![]()
This event will feature breakout rooms where the YPs will join Heidi, Scott and Karen and be mentored in small groups.![]()
Registration is limited to 14 people. To register, please email [email protected]
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4 months ago
SWANA Pacific Chapter YPs are excited to host our zoom session #4: Speed Mentoring – Wednesday, November 18 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM PST.![]()
Participants will have an opportunity to speak to 3 solid waste experts, Heidi Gerlach (Dillon Consulting), a waste management policy and public sector expert; Scott Hoekstra (City of Kelowna), a landfill management and contaminated soil remediation expert and Karen Storry (Metro Vancouver), a circular economy & reuse, repurpose and recycle expert.![]()
This event will feature breakout rooms where the YPs will join Heidi, Scott and Karen and be mentored in small groups.![]()
Registration is limited to 14 people. To register, please email [email protected]
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4 months ago
Join us for SWANA Days 2020 - December 1 - 3/20 (10 AM - 12 PM each day) Virtually!![]()
Updated detailed agenda is available on our website:![]()
December 1 - Circularity & Diversion
December 2 - What's New?
December 3 - It's All About the Money![]()
For more information and to register:![]()
swanabc.org/news-events/swana-day-2020/
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SWANA Day 2020 – SWANA BC Pacific
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It is time for the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA – Pacific Chapter – BC & Yukon) to gear up for SWANA Days 2020! This annual event creates a collaborative environment where a diverse array of waste professionals can gather, learn and network.