Plastic-Free in the Workplace: How Offices Can Join the Challenge
When we think about plastic waste, we usually look to our homes, grocery habits, or takeaway meals. But one of the most consistent—and often overlooked—sources of plastic consumption is the workplace. Whether you work in an office, a co-working space, or a university building, you’ve probably noticed plastic creeping in through single-use coffee pods, catered […]
The Hidden Plastics in Your Daily Routine (and How to Spot Them)
When we think of plastic pollution, images of grocery bags or soda bottles might come to mind. But plastic’s influence runs far deeper—it’s hiding in the most ordinary parts of your day. From the moment you wake up to your evening wind-down, you’re likely surrounded by plastics you can’t even see. These hidden plastics are […]
The Impact of Plastic-Free Packaging on Canada’s Retail Landscape
Plastic pollution has long been a growing concern, and in recent years, the Canadian retail industry has started responding in a big way. Consumers are calling for change—and retailers are beginning to listen. Plastic-free packaging is no longer just a niche idea; it’s becoming a necessary part of doing business sustainably. But what does this […]
Global Plastics Treaty and Collaboration
The final negotiations for the Global Plastics Treaty are set to take place in South Korea at the end of November. While the previous negotiations have produced very few decisive outcomes about the Treaty, this meeting will be crucial in deciding how the international community must tackle the issues of plastic pollution. From cutting the […]
Empowering Students to Combat Plastic Pollution: Insights from the 2023 Circular Economy Ambassador Program
Did you know that there is a Canada-wide, free program that is empowering students to take action against plastic pollution through engaging students and teachers in learning about waste reduction while encouraging them to become citizen scientists in their own communities? This is the Circular Economy Ambassador Program (CEAP) by Mind Your Plastic. The motivation […]
From Too Much Trash to Zero Waste Touchdown: Reducing Waste at Live Events
Live events are a major producer of single-use waste, but many are adopting reuse systems as the solution. The Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada – to host the 2024 Super Bowl with 65,000 seat capacity. Getty Images The Super Bowl and other live events produce millions of single-use waste every year that end up in […]
Sustainable Shopping; Which Grocery Bag is Best?
Image from sampli.com We all know single use plastics are not environmentally friendly and with Canada’s single use plastic ban coming into play, hopefully they will become a thing of the past. However, despite the recent increase in awareness, the average Canadian still uses 700 plastic bags a year. What’s the actual impact of these […]
Reducing our consumption this Christmas
I absolutely love the Christmas holidays; the food, the decorations and the festive cheer. Now I am no scrooge, but what I am a bit humbug about is the amount of waste that is left over. Household waste can increase more than 25% in the holiday season so it’s time to start looking at a […]
10 Questions with December’s Local Hero, Jocelyn Marsh
Today, we’d like to highlight Jocelyn Marsh, founder of the Love Our Oceans Project and this month’s #LocalHero! The new project aims to reduce plastic usage within the veterinary industry while also promoting conversation towards ocean stewardship. We asked Jocelyn a series of questions to learn more about this amazing project, and what future endeavors […]
Norquay Co. x Plastic Oceans Canada
Plastic Oceans Canada is excited to announce our brand new partnership with the amazing Norquay Co. In this collaboration, Norquay Co. has created a limited edition canoe paddle, the design symbolically representing the plastics issue in our oceans, serving as a reminder of just how critical it is for us to all implement greater change. Hear […]