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Raven ReCentre Launches Glass Recycling in Whitehorse
[Yukon News article] Raven ReCentre is set to transform glass waste into usable materials, partnering with local artists and industries to promote sustainability and innovation in Whitehorse
Raven Recentre will Receive Glass Starting September 16
Partnership with Lumel Studios will mean Yukoners no longer have to throw their bottles and jars in the trash. On Monday September 16, Raven ReCentre will accept clean glass bottles and jars at its 24-hour public drop-off facility at 100 Galena Road in Whitehorse.
Letter to the Editor — We’re On The Right Path — Let’s Keep It That Way
Last week Mayor and Council decided to implement curbside recycling. The voices of our community have been heard, and our elected leaders have responded with a commitment to environmental stewardship.
Zero Waste challenges you to go plastic free!
This summer we challenge you to go plastic-free for the month of July! Sign up online, fill out our survey and get ready to go plastic-free on July 1st! You could win a prize!
Listen In Folks - Raven ReCentre will no longer accept paper and packaging starting September
Raven ReCentre just announced its decision to close the free, public paper and packaging drop-off, starting September 15th. Listen in as Executive Director, Heather Ashthorn speaks with Elyn Jones on Yukon Morning about:
WHY IS THIS DECISION BEING MADE NOW?
WHAT SERVICES AND PROGRAMS WILL STILL BE AVAILABLE?
WHAT CAN THE PUBLIC DO WITH THEIR RECYCLING AFTER SEPTEMBER 15TH?
Raven Recentre Will No Longer Receive Paper And Packaging On September 15
Raven Recentre will no longer receive paper and packaging on September 15. Raven’s decision provides certainty as City of Whitehorse continues to consider a curbside recycling program.
Listen In Folks - What’s the Tea on Curbside Recycling, the Public Drop-off, and the Future of Recycling in The Territory?
We’re now close to getting a curbside recycling program. Have a listen to Raven's Executive Director on the air with Fayth Starr on CKRW The Rush as she answers:
What are the updates on a curbside collection program? How long will the public drop-off stay open for? What is Raven doing as part of the government’s EPR regulation process? What does the new regulation mean for the future of recycling in the territory?
Listen In Folks - Raven Willing to Wait to Close Public Drop-Off until City has Curbside Recycling Program
The Raven Recycling Society is advocating for a city-run curbside collection program and is willing to . Have a listen to Raven's Board Member Jacqueline Bedard on the air with Elyn Jones on CBC’s Yukon Morning :
How are we responding to the City’s process as it relates to developing a curbside recycling program?
Are we willing to wait to close the public drop-off?
Listen In Folks - Raven’s Stance on Public Curbside Collection Program
The Raven Recycling Society is advocating for a city-run curbside collection program. Have a listen to Raven's Executive Director on the air with Fayth Starr on CKRW The Rush as she answers: WHY DO WE NEED A CURBSIDE COLLECTION PROGRAM? WHAT ARE THE ALTERNATIVES? HOW CLOSE ARE WE TO GETTING IT?
Listen In Folks - Big Changes are Coming to Recycling in the Territory
The Raven Recycling Society is making a lot of changes, including rebranding their depot to Raven ReCentre, discontinuing their free paper and packaging drop-off service in 2024, and asking the public not to bring soft plastic to the drop-off anymore. Want to know more and why? Have a listen to these CKRW Rush interviews with Raven's Executive Director.
BIG CHANGE - No longer accepting Film plastics!
We are sad to announce that we are no longer accepting plastic bags or plastic film.
Artist Residency at Raven’s Reuseful: Nicole Bauberger
Nicole Bauberger will undertake a project called Do I Owe Anything On It? for her second Residency with Raven Recycling.
Job Opening: Material Handler (NOC: 75101) – Metals Department
Raven Recycling is looking for a full time material handler. The position involves sorting and weighing metals, assisting customers and handling cash and card payments.
Artist Residency at Raven’s Reuseful: Janet Patterson
At her residency with Raven Recycling, Janet will invite people to join her in repairing a badly damaged quilt that was made by her grandmother.
Raven Announces New Operational Plans For 2024
To help ensure a more comprehensive collection service in Whitehorse, in concert with the new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations, Raven will no longer receive materials through its 24/7 public drop-off (i.e. bins for plastics, paper, cardboard, etc.) after December 31, 2023.
Take the Textiles Pledge: No New Clothing in 2023!
Above all the other R’s in the chain, Reduce and Reuse have the most impact in terms of the waste we generate. By practicing these 2 R’s when it comes to clothing, we can eliminate the need for another clothing item to be made as well as all the resource extraction that goes with it. Sign on and start making an impact with us today!
Zero Hero: Polaris Artist Leslie Leong Creates Costumes From Scrap
Yukon isn’t exactly Hollywood, but we’ve had our share of film crews coming up here to shoot their films over the years. While many of these films will hire local crew and even actors, you’d be hard-pressed to find a locally produced film. That is, until now – until Polaris.
Extended Producer Responsibility
Yukon Government has announced that Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is coming to the Yukon. This will mean significant changes to how recycling operates in our Territory.