Reports of illegal garbage dumping jump raising concerns for councillors
Following the start of a three-item garbage limit per household in the fall 2024, Ottawa city councillors have raised concerns over the rise in illegal dumping reports and who is responsible for managing the excess garbage.
Ottawa’s new garbage restrictions could have gone further, say waste reduction advocates
Ottawa's new three-item garbage limit aims to extend the life of the Trail Road Landfill but has divided residents. Some say it's too restrictive, while others fear it may lead to illegal dumping or difficulties for larger households.