No images? Click here Online Workshops in Convenience Depot PlanningApplicable for communities that have curbside blue box collection service for their residents with convenience depots as an added blue box service ![]() About the Workshop Convenience depots are known as locations where blue box material can be dropped off by residents who already receive curbside household collection According to the RPRA website, as of 2026, producers are no longer required to maintain and fund blue box collection at convenience depots within communities where residents receive household curbside collection. Should this funding be discontinued, communities will need to decide whether to continue, modify or end blue box collection at their convenience depots.
This workshop may not apply directly to First Nation communities, but all are welcome to join! Objectives
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Logistics The workshop is 3 hours in total and you must participate in the entire session. There are three delivery options available for you to choose from and they are shown below in the registration session.
Workshop Facilitators Gary Everett, The Emerald Group, Chief Executive Officer Gary brings insights from years of experience working with Ontario communities who have depot operations. He walks participants through a decision tree and other tools designed to help determine whether to continue, modify or stop blue box collection at a community’s convenience depot sites. Jessica Landry, Project Manager, CIF Jessica provides background context of the blue box transition and CIF work, as well as technical support during the workshop. Register Now to Participate Pick one option only |