Mark Palmer, July 29, 2019

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Did you know?

Less than 11% of plastic in Canada is recycled.

Approximately 90% of all plastic used in Canada finds its way to landfills, green spaces, communities and water posing threat to the environment. 

The Environmental Committee is currently reviewing all plastic waste being generated in the Centre and creating a plan of action to reduce, reuse and recycle anywhere possible! Stay tuned for more updates on exciting environmental projects taking place!

Helping to Eliminate Plastic!

West Park Healthcare Centre employees, physicians and volunteers are helping eliminate single-use plastics by committing to the use a reusable water bottle. On July 25 all were encouraged to bring their own reusable water bottles to the  Environmental Committee display outside the Cafeteria to fill their reusable water bottle with free refreashments. As well, Cool straw was on location selling reusable stainless steel cups, water bottles and other eco-products to help eliminate single-use plastics.

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References:

Environmental Defence Canada. Canada’s Plastic Problem. https://environmentaldefence.ca/canadas-plastic-pollution-problem/. 2019

Alliance for the Great Lakes. 5 Ways Plastic Pollutions is Different in the Great Lakes. https://greatlakes.org/2018/06/5-ways-plastic-pollution-is-different-in-the-great-lakes/.  2019