Contact information for the Waste Free Lunch Challenge

Explore other programs of the Recycling Council of Ontario 

Whether spanning decades or introduced fairly recently, all programs uphold the RCO mission and mandate for a variety of audiences, and seek to communicate our message as widely as possible.

Waste Reduction Week in Canada

Taking place every year in the third week of October, Waste Reduction Week in Canada (WRW) informs people about the environmental, economic and social impacts of wasteful practices and engages them in reducing waste.

Ontario Waste Minimization Awards

These annual awards, established 25 years ago, are the highlight of our WRW in Canada activities through which we honour achievements in environmental sustainability and waste reduction innovations.

Take Back the Light

Take Back the Light is the first full-service fluorescent lamp recycling program for businesses and institutions in Ontario. Join the movement to keep mercury-containing lamps out of Ontario landfills!

3RCertified

Offically launched in October of this year, the 3RCertified waste diversion certification program offers highly credible public recognition to those Ontario businesses and institutions that have made a meaningful commitment to solid-waste reduction and diversion.