Does a coffee cup go in recycling or garbage? Sometimes, it can be a challenge to know how to properly dispose of your waste, and with different garbage and recycling rules across various municipalities, it’s no wonder many residents are left feeling confused about what goes where.
Fortunately, the City of Toronto has a powerful tool designed to help you easily dispose of your waste. Introducing the Waste Wizard!
What is the Waste Wizard?
The Waste Wizard is an easy-to-use search tool that helps residents quickly figure out how to dispose of more than 2,000 different items. Whether you’re cleaning out your kitchen, sorting through your garage, or dealing with packaging from your latest online purchase, the Waste Wizard provides you with accurate, up-to-date information on how to sort and dispose your items responsibly.
Every year, the City of Toronto manages close to 830,000 tonnes (close to two billion pounds) of waste. This requires money, energy, and resources and takes up limited landfill space. By using the Waste Wizard, you can ensure that you’re doing your part in always disposing of your waste responsibly.
Whether you’re recycling, composting, or finding other ways to reduce waste, the Waste Wizard is your trusted guide on how to properly sort your waste and help keep items out of landfill and to keep Toronto, green, and sustainable for everyone!
More than 2,000 items at your disposal
The Waste Wizard boasts an extensive database, offering disposal information on over 2,000 items!
From bamboo toothbrushes to DVD players and mandarin orange bags, the tool covers everything from everyday household waste to harder-to-dispose-of items. If you’re looking to part ways with items that are in good condition, the Waste Wizard implores you to consider donating instead, offering resources on where to donate gently used clothing, toys, books and more.
By simply typing the name of an item, you’ll receive immediate guidance on the proper disposal method. This can save you time, reduce confusion, and ensure that you’re doing your part.
How to access the Waste Wizard
The Waste Wizard is accessible both online and through the TOwaste app, available for download on the App Store or Google Play. This means that no matter where you are, the Waste Wizard will always be just a few taps away on your phone!
Both the app and online version offer the same search functions, allowing you to find out whether an item belongs in the recycling bin, organic bin, garbage, or if there’s a special disposal process you need to follow.
The TOwaste app also provides users with waste collection schedules and the ability to set reminders, so you never miss a pick-up day!
Start using the Waste Wizard today!
Get into the magic of the Waste Wizard, Toronto’s convenient and accessible way to reduce waste and keep residents in the know on proper sorting and disposal rules. To start using the Waste Wizard today, visit the City of Toronto’s website or download the TOwaste app!
Working together, we can make Toronto a greener city – one item at a time.
