Due to the ongoing winter weather, the following route has been rescheduled:![]()
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Morris Turnberry: Cancelled. Rescheduled for Saturday, December 7th. ![]()
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We will continue to monitor the weather and update this post if there are any additional cancellations or changes. Thank you for your understanding and patience as we work to keep everyone safe and on schedule!![]()
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Stay safe and warm! ❄️
Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024![]()
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Our trucks are out on the road today, however due to the heavy snow there are some areas we will be unable to collect. Please see the affected areas below:![]()
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Goderich Township: Cancelled. Rescheduled for Saturday, December 7th. ![]()
Hullet: Cancelled. Rescheduled for Saturday, December 7th.![]()
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We will continue to monitor the weather and update this post if there are any additional cancellations or changes. Thank you for your understanding and patience as we work to keep everyone safe and on schedule!![]()
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Stay safe and warm! ❄️![]()
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Municipality of Central Huron
Monday, December 2nd, 2024![]()
Last Update - 5:39pm![]()
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All of our trucks have completed their routes for today. If your collection was missed and you are on a bi-weekly schedule, please use this link to report a missed collection: www.bra.org/contact/![]()
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At this time, the following routes have been affected:![]()
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Rural Wallace Township + Hamlets in Wallace (Kurtzville & Gowanstown): Cancelled. Rescheduled to Wednesday, December 4th. North Perth![]()
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Middlesex Centre: Cancelled. Regular collection will resume Monday, December 9th. Municipality of Middlesex Centre![]()
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Please save this post, as we will provide updates throughout the day. For real-time notifications, download the Recycle Coach app or visit Recyclecoach.com and register to receive these updates directly to your email or phone. ![]()
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Just a friendly reminder: please place your bins in front of snow banks, not on top or behind them, to ensure a smooth collection. Thank you! ☃️![]()
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Thank you for your patience and understanding!![]()
#WinterWeather #RecyclingUpdates
Beyond the Bin: Glass 🍾 ![]()
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Ever wonder what happens to your glass bottles and jars once they leave the curb? This month on Beyond the Bin, we’re taking you behind the scenes to show you how glass is recycled and given a new life!![]()
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Here’s the journey:![]()
1️⃣ Collection & Processing – First, your glass is picked up and brought to our facility in Huron Park, where it’s sorted and cleaned. We make sure it’s free from any contaminants before it gets sent to the next stage of recycling.![]()
2️⃣ Transport to Nexcycle – Once sorted, the glass is loaded onto trucks and sent to Nexcycle in Guelph, Ontario. There, the glass is further separated by color (clear, green, and brown) — a crucial step for many future uses.![]()
3️⃣ Repurposed for New Products – After separation, the glass is processed into tiny, smooth pieces called cullet. It’s then used to create products like fiberglass insulation (used in home construction) and reflective paint (used on highways and road signs for safety).![]()
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✨Fun Fact✨: Glass is 100% recyclable and can be recycled endlessly without losing quality, making it one of the most sustainable materials!![]()
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So, the next time you toss a glass bottle or jar into the recycling bin, remember—you’re helping create insulation for homes and making roads safer for everyone! ![]()
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#BeyondTheBin #GlassRecycling #BluewaterRecyclingAssociation
Most Unwanted: November Edition 🚫![]()
Item: Styrofoam🛑![]()
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This month’s Most Unwanted is something that sneaks into items that would otherwise be recyclable, turning them into non-recyclable waste: Styrofoam (also known as expanded polystyrene). ![]()
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While it’s lightweight and seemingly convenient, Styrofoam is NOT recyclable in your blue bin. Here’s why:![]()
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1️⃣ It’s Not Easy to Process – Styrofoam breaks into tiny bits that clog the machines at our facility, making it impossible to properly process. ![]()
2️⃣ Its Cost Outweighs its Value – Styrofoam is not financially feasible to recycle because the cost of collecting and shipping it to processing facilities far outweighs the value it would provide once recycled.![]()
3️⃣ It Can Contaminate Other Recycling – A single piece of Styrofoam in your recycling bin can ruin an entire load, making it all trash!![]()
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What Can You Do?![]()
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✅ Avoid It! – Opt for more eco-friendly packaging options when possible (like paper or cardboard).![]()
✅ Specialized Drop-offs – Check if your community offers Styrofoam recycling events or drop-off locations. Some companies collect it separately for reuse in products like insulation or picture frames.![]()
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Let’s keep our blue bins clean and our environment greener. ♻️![]()
#bluewaterrecyclingassociation #mostunwanted #styrofoam
🌟 Attention, Residents! ![]()
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We know your mornings are busy, but please remember—safety is a priority when driving near our garbage trucks! Our drivers regularly need to merge back into traffic after stopping to pick up bins, and that's when accidents can happen if drivers aren’t cautious.![]()
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Here’s why it’s important to be extra careful:![]()
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1️⃣ Merging Back Into Traffic – Our trucks often stop at the curb to collect bins, and when it’s time to merge back into traffic, we do so slowly and carefully, but it’s not always easy to see what's coming behind us. ![]()
2️⃣ Limited Visibility – The large size of our trucks can block your view, so it’s harder for both our drivers and other vehicles to spot each other until it’s too late. Remember, if you can’t see our mirrors, we can’t see you!![]()
3️⃣ Increased Risk of Accidents – Drivers rushing to pass or not giving enough space can cause collisions when our trucks try to re-enter the flow of traffic.![]()
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How You Can Help:![]()
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✅ Keep a Safe Distance – If you see our collection truck ahead, give us plenty of space and avoid trying to pass unless it’s safe to do so.![]()
✅ Be Patient – Allow extra time for the truck to merge back into traffic before continuing your drive.![]()
✅ Slow Down – Always reduce your speed when approaching a collection vehicle, especially when it’s stopped on the side of the road.![]()
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Let’s work together to keep the roads safe for everyone! Your patience helps prevent accidents and ensures the safety of our drivers. Thank you! ![]()
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#BluewaterRecyclingAssociation #SafetyFirst #DriveWithCaution
