WHEREAS some household hazardous waste materials and products generated from residential sources that are prevalent in the municipal solid waste stream are not captured by provincial product stewardship initiatives; AND WHEREAS there has been an increase in marketing and use of certain products containing hazardous materials, such as compact fluorescent light bulbs and electronic devices: THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that antifreeze, dry-cell batteries, fluorescent light bulbs, electronic devices and thermostats be included in provincial product stewardship regulations.
MINISTRY OF WATER, LAND AND AIR PROTECTION Future product categories would be determined utilizing the science-based process developed by Marbek Resource Consultants Ltd. for assessing when to implement new programs. Stakeholder consultation, including local governments, will also be a determining factor.