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December 4, 2022

CIF Price Sheet Analysis

As Ontario municipalities begin to transition in July 2023, there is a real risk that the number of contributing municipalities will decline and could compromise the production of the Price Sheet. The CIF undertook an analysis of the CIF Ontario Price Sheet (CIF #1172) at an approximate cost of $5,750...

October 13, 2022

Depot Services: Non-Eligible Sources Field Study

Research shows that depot only municipalities in Ontario need guidance to 1) gather accurate data on non-eligible sources using their site(s) (e.g., number, materials), and 2) understand what other options are available. An initial field study will be conducted with one partnering municipality, and, at the discretion of the CIF,...

March 3, 2022

Waste Audits – Sample Size and Statistical Validity

With transition fast approaching, the need to analyze and monitor the blue box programs performance is evident. The CIF is looking at the current blue box recovery rate calculation to determine the best course of action to track/measure performance throughout transition. Current audit methodology will be assessed and potentially modified...

February 24, 2022

Ineligible Sources Collection Planning Workshop

In June 2021, the Ontario government passed O. Reg. 391/21 – Blue Box, which itemizes those sources (i.e., residence, facility, and some public spaces) that will receive collection services by the producers soon to be responsible for the cost and operation of the blue box program. CIF will be facilitating...

January 5, 2022

Change Management Planning Survey

CIF, in partnership with AMO’s waste policy group M3RC, have developed a survey that will assist individual communities in identifying their needs and planning for transition. Documents Blog Post Related Projects Categories Best Practices | Transition |    

February 8, 2010

International Technology Trade Mission

Complete a “first hand” investigation of technologies being employed overseas and examine the potential applications for these technologies and their potential use in Ontario. Documents Project Synopsis Blog Post Related Projects Categories Emerging Technologies |    

February 9, 2010

Blue Box Recycling Plan Workshops

Project to organize and deliver up to 10, one-day workshops to present and demonstrate the CIF Recycling Plan Guideline and Template materials developed under CIF Project #215.  Workshops were held in Huntsville, Kingston, Hockley Valley, Dryden, Barrie, Sudbury, Ottawa and London. Documents Project Synopsis Blog Post Related Projects Project #215 Categories Best Practices | Planning | Training |    

February 10, 2010

Recycling Program Evaluation

CIF is managing a project to review the current blue box program and recommend possible options for program enhancement. The CIF is undertaking the project at the request of the Municipality. Documents Final Report: Blue Box Recycling Program Best Practices Assessment Blog Post Related Projects Categories Best Practices | Planning |    

February 10, 2010

Recycling Program Evaluation

CIF is managing a project to review the current blue box program and recommend possible options for program enhancement. The CIF is undertaking the project at the request of the Municipality. Documents Final Report: Blue Box Recycling Program Best Practices Assessment Appendices Blog Post Related Projects Categories Best Practices | Planning |    

February 10, 2010

Recycling Program Evaluation

CIF is managing a project to review the current blue box program and recommend possible options for program enhancement. The CIF is undertaking the project at the request of the Township. Documents Final Report: Blue Box Recycling Program Best Practices Assessment Appendices Blog Post Related Projects Categories Best Practices | Planning |    

February 10, 2010

Recycling Program Evaluation

CIF is managing a project to review the current blue box program and recommend possible options for program enhancement. The CIF is undertaking the project at the request of the Municipality. Documents Final Report: Recycling Program and Facilities Evaluation Blog Post Related Projects Categories Best Practices | Planning |    

February 25, 2010

P&E Enhancement

Pilot Promotion and Education project (3 sites to test). Development of a web portal for the promotion of the recycling program. Web site includes a waste exchange element as well as program information. Usage of the website will be monitored to determine the effectiveness of the tool. Documents Website: http://www.wellington.reuses.com/ Blog Post Related Projects Categories Best Practices | P&E |...

March 11, 2010

MRF Upgrade – Container Baler System

This project involved replacing Northumberland’s existing container baler which has been in operation since 1991. The new baler is expected to save Northumberland approximately $70K/year in reduced maintenance, labour and transportation costs while eliminating a production pinch point in the facility. This project is part of an ongoing effort to modernize this facility and reduce...

March 17, 2010

CIF REOI Uptake Survey

Genivar Consultants LP retained to conduct a brief telephone survey following the release of the “Request for Expressions of Interest (REOI) CIF Funding for Priority Projects” on February 1, 2010.  The purpose of the survey was to assess the degree of success in informing municipalities of this latest funding mechanism...