Vaughan wins Municipal Waste Association Award for the second year in a row!

June 25, 2024 2:30 p.m.

City News

Waste services

There’s no debate that the City of Vaughan’s yearly Waste Collection Schedule is one of the most popular City publications – and it’s being widely recognized for the second time.

The City’s 2024 Waste Collection Schedule (PDF) won Silver in the Municipal Waste Association’s 2024 Promotion and Education Awards in the Print Tool category!

Awards were given to municipalities that launched a creative and innovative campaign, tool, strategy, event or program that engaged residents in waste diversion. Winners were announced and presented with their awards at the Municipal Waste Association 2024 Spring Workshop on Wednesday, May 29. This achievement was recognized by Mayor Steven Del Duca and Members of Council during a ceremonial presentation at the Tuesday, June 25 Council meeting.

The City’s 2024 Waste Collection Schedule is the culmination of extensive research and consultations with community members about how the schedule is used and what information matters most. It demonstrates our commitment to protecting the environment and fostering a sustainable community today and for future generations.

The design has a poster-like feel and a legend to follow leaf and yard waste collection, Double-Up Days, Curbside Giveaway Days and Christmas tree collection. To further champion the City’s waste diversion efforts, it includes helpful tips on how to dispose of items in each bin. Made with 100 per cent recycled paper, the schedule also reflects the City’s long-standing commitment to waste reduction. In addition, it includes reminders about Vaughan’s textile donation bins and the Recycle Coach app, both of which encourage recycling, reusing and building a stronger and more sustainable community.

Alongside highlighting the City’s many waste services, the schedule is also offered in personalized blue and yellow calendars based on collection zones and high-contrast black and white calendars for even easier readability. View or download them at vaughan.ca/WasteCalendar.

To learn more about the City’s waste services, visit vaughan.ca/waste.

QUOTES

“The City of Vaughan was honoured to receive Silver at the Municipal Waste Association's 2024 Promotion and Education Awards for our 2024 Waste Collection Schedule. These awards celebrate excellence in municipal promotional and educational materials that use creativity and ingenuity to encourage participation in waste diversion programs. This meaningful award is reflective of Vaughan’s commitment to sustainability and Service Excellence. We are pleased to recognize the Environmental Services and Communications, Marketing and Engagement departments for their efforts in building an engaging and useful tool for our residents, and we are grateful for all they do to make our city an even better place to live and work. I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to the amazing staff of the City of Vaughan who have worked diligently on this initiative. Your dedication and hard work have not gone unnoticed. I never get tired of saying how incredible our public servants are here at the City. Thank you for your outstanding efforts and commitment to our community.”

-Mayor Steven Del Duca

“Residents city-wide rely on the yearly Waste Collection Schedule to learn about our important waste collection services and programs that keep the community moving. This Municipal Waste Association award is a testament to the excellent collaboration between the Environmental Services and Communications, Marketing and Engagement departments. Their continued dedication to making the schedule innovative and informative each year is what Service Excellence is all about. Congratulations on another win and thank you for continuing to go above and beyond for our residents.”

-Zoran Postic, Deputy City Manager of Public Works

QUICK FACTS

The City’s 2024 Waste Collection Schedule (PDF) won Silver in the Municipal Waste Association’s 2024 Promotion and Education Awards in the Print Tool category.
Awards were given to municipalities that launched a creative and innovative campaign, tool, strategy, event or program that engaged residents in waste diversion.
The City’s 2023 Waste Collection Schedule won Bronze in the Municipal Waste Association’s 2023 Promotion and Education Awards in the Print Tool category.