How do I learn more about sorting garbage & recycling? 🔹 How do I sort garbage and recycling at Acadia 🔹 Where can I find waste management guidelines 🔹 What goes in compost, recycling, or garbage bins 🔹 How do I manage waste off-campus in Wolfville 🔹 Who do I contact about sustainability at Acadia

To learn more about sorting garbage and recycling at Acadia:

♻️ On Campus Waste Streams:

  • Paper: Dry, unsoiled paper (writing paper, envelopes, food boxes — no pizza boxes)

  • Organics: Food waste, pizza boxes, paper towels, fiber food containers → green bin

  • Recyclables/Refundables: Clean plastic, metal, glass, Styrofoam → blue bags; refundable bottles → Enviro-Depot

  • Garbage: Non-recyclables like broken glass (contained/labeled), chip bags, most coffee cups → clear garbage bags

📌 Detailed Guide: 👉 Acadia Advanced Waste Sorting Guide (PDF)

🏠 Off-Campus in Wolfville:

  • Collection Day: Every second Friday

  • Bag Limits: Max 4 bags; 1 solid-colored bag allowed for personal items

  • Curbside: Place sorted waste by 7:00 AM on collection day 👉 Off-Campus Waste Management Guide (PDF)

📱 Additional Resources:

  • Valley Waste Resource Management: Searchable database + collection calendars

  • Recycle Coach App: Personalized sorting tips & reminders

📧 Contact: sustainability@acadiau.ca 📞 Phone: 902-585-1498

✅ Following these guidelines helps you contribute to Acadia’s sustainability and environmental stewardship.

📘 Helpful Definitions:

  • Organics: Compostable materials like food waste and paper towels

  • Refundables: Beverage containers eligible for deposit refunds at Enviro-Depots

  • Valley Waste Resource Management: Regional service providing waste sorting tools and schedules

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