Solid waste and recycling collection is a critical and essential part of the response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The men and women working in the waste and recycling collection industry are on the front lines of protecting human health and the environment. SWANA is collaborating with Glad to support sanitation workers across the United States and Canada personally affected by COVID-19 through the Sanitation Workers Support Fund.
GFL Environmental Canada is seeking a Site Manager in Terrace, BC.
The Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) has issued a new white paper for SWANA members, State of Plastic Waste Management in the United States and Canada, that gives a timely snapshot of the issue for solid waste and recycling managers, plastic manufacturers, and elected officials.
Join SWANA Evergreen Chapter for a new online technical session on Landfill Gas, Leachate, and Terminating Post-Closure Care, October 28, 2020 from 12:00 – 2:20 PM.
Due to the COVID-19 safety precautions at post-secondary institutions, we have extended the Stuart Sommerville Scholarship application deadline to Monday, October 26.
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/
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]
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]
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/
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.REMINDER:
SWANA Pacific Chapter education series call continues tomorrow, Wednesday, October 14 at 9:00 AM PST.
Join our speakers Christopher Combe from the Township of Langley; Brian King from GFL Environmental and Harvinder Aujala and Isaac Yuen from Recycling Council of British Columbia along with our moderator Terry Fulton as we discuss how to Reduce Contamination in Organics.
Please email [email protected] to confirm your registration.
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