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Blue Box Collection
519-770-4711
City of Brantford's collection dates and policys.
Brantford Waste Collection
519-759-1350
City of Brantford collection dates and policies.
Bulky Material Disposal
519-759-0070
Residents can call to thave their bulky materials collected at curbside twice a year, once between the months of January to hun and once between the months of July to December.
Bullfrog Power
http://www.bullfrogpower.com/
Buy renewable energy for your home or business.
Composting Information
http://tinyurl.com/nkbkut
City of Brantford's composting information page.
Fluorescent Light Bulbs
www.takebackthelight.ca/about
Take Back the Light is a comprehensive fluorescent lamp recycling program, funded by the Ontario Ministry of the Environment
Great composting guide
http://www.compostguide.com/
This site has tons of information on composting.
Green Laundry Tips
http://tinyurl.com/yaqa953
Courtesy of the Brantford Expositor
Grist green house cleaning tips
www.grist.org/article/possessions-cleaning
Various tips and interestinf facts about house cleaning.
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Local Horticultural Societies
www.gardenontario.org
A volunteer, charitable organization who's mission is to provide leadership and assist in the promotion of education and interest in all areas of horticulture
Office of Energy Efficiency - Tips and Programs
oee.nrcan.gc.ca
The Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE) is Canada's centre of excellence for energy, efficiency and alternative fuels information
Ontario Centre for Green Building Design and Development
www.greenbuildingontario.ca
Southern Ontario leading authority on green building best practices
Ontario Native Plant Nursery
www.ecologyart.com
This native plant nursery was established 16 years ago as a focal point for action, to give something back, and to heal the planet
Ontario Power Authority - Tools and Rebates
www.everykilowattcounts.ca
Take advantage of a wide range of opportunities that will help you understand and manage the amount of energy you use throughout your entire home.
Orange Drop Program
www.makethedrop.ca
The Orange Drop Programm allows Ontarians to return designated materials to local municipal depots, retails sites and collection events across Ontario.
Recycling Council of Ontario
www.rco.on.ca
At the Recycling Council of Ontario (RCO) we care about consumption, waste generation, reduction and diversion, and recycling.
Understand the Green Labels
sinsofgreenwashing.org/
As an environmental marketing and consulting firm, TerraChoice combines expertise in science and business to help environmental leaders build market share and accelerate progress towards sustainability.
Water Saving Tips for Your Lawn and Garden
www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca
Maintaining your property is just as important as maintaining your home. Learn more about your soil, garden and lawn.
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