CouncilWatch - Future of Waste, Top 8 Toxics in Toronto
June 13, 2013
The future of Toronto's waste
The City and the Province are discussing new programs and laws that will dramatically affect Toronto's waste future. The Province is headed in the right direction, but the City is not. Next Wednesday, City Councillors will talk about a long term waste strategy that focuses on expensive disposal options. At the same meeting, they'll discuss an inadequate plan to get Green Bins to all apartments and provide more recycling education to residents. Read more here. Let your Councillor know that a long term waste plan needs to start with a long term diversion plan. Find your Councillor here. Top 8 Toxic Chemicals in Toronto The 2013 ChemTRAC report identified 8 chemicals in Toronto’s air that are a health priority in 2013: 3 chemicals that contribute to smog and respiratory illnesses, and 5 chemicals that are carcinogens and heavy metals. One of the notable chemicals is Tetrachloroethylene, a carcinogen widely used by dry cleaning businesses in neighbourhoods across Toronto. Learn more on our website about the ChemTRAC report findings and how to exercise your ‘right to know’ about toxic substances in your community. |
This month in TEA history
![]() 15 years ago this month, Toronto Council voted to pass TEA's Smog plan. The Smog Alert Response Plan warns residents on smog days to help reduce pollution and smog-related deaths. ![]() On Tuesday, TEA and 36 other organizations sent an open letter to elected officials in the Greater Toronto & Hamilton Area (GTHA) urging them to move forward on transit expansion to help reduce smog and congestion.
Volunteer with TEA!
TEA interns and volunteers will be doing important outreach across Toronto this summer. Join our volunteer team to help out in the office, or to attend community events. Sign up on our website. ![]() TEA relies on donations from our members across Toronto. Become a one time or monthly donor using our online donation form, or call 416 596 0660. Get Involved! Become a TEA member! Volunteer with TEA Follow us on Twitter Like us on Facebook |