Garbage and Recycling

Understanding how to manage waste properly is important for protecting our environment and keeping our city clean. In this session, students learned how garbage and recycling work in St. John's and how to sort items correctly.

Clear plastic garbage bags showing mixed waste

What Goes Where?

Paper and cardboard – recycle bin
Plastic containers and cans – rinse and recycle
Food waste – compost if available
Hazardous waste – special drop-off
Soft plastics and wrappers – garbage bin

Classroom Session Highlights

Facilitator presenting on waste management in St. John's

Slide about curbside recycling rules presented to students

Why It Matters

Recycling reduces landfill waste, saves resources, and helps the environment. Everyone can help by sorting their waste correctly and using fewer disposable items.