Think Outside the Trash!  

Let’s delve into the world of recycling. What goes into your Blue Cart, and why is it crucial to dispose of waste properly? Through hands-on activities, participants will learn about the 3 Rs and understand the significance of recycling the right materials to maintain a clean and safe environment.  

Age/Grade Group: Grade One/Two/Three 

Think Beyond the Bin!  

Let’s explore the fascinating world of composting, including the City Green Cart program. What goes into your Green Cart, and why is it essential to compost organic waste? Through engaging activities, participants will discover the importance of composting to enrich the soil and reduce landfill waste. 

Age/Grade Group: Grade One/Two/Three

Life of a Recyclable  

Follow the journey of your recyclables! What occurs in a Materials Recovery Facility, and what do recycled items transform into? 
Age/Grade Group: Grade Four/Five 

Cycle of Compost  

Follow the journey of organic waste! What happens in a composting facility, and how does it contribute to creating nutrient-rich soil? 
Age/Grade Group: Grade Four/Five 

Life of a Landfill  

What is a landfill, and why should we be concerned about where our garbage goes? City staff will educate students on the various layers necessary to maintain the efficient operation of a landfill. Your class will divide into four teams to discuss the pros and cons of opening a new landfill, generate ideas for handling the closure of a local landfill, and propose alternatives to building a new one. All materials will be provided by City staff. 

Age/Grade Group: Grade Six/Seven/Eight 

Composting in the City  

What is the City Green Cart program, and why should we actively participate? City staff will guide students through the process, explaining the benefits of composting in an urban setting. Your class will engage in discussions about the positive impact of composting on the environment and brainstorm ways to encourage community involvement. All materials will be provided by City staff.  

Age/Grade Group: Grade Six/Seven/Eight 

Water Wonders 

Dive into the fascinating world of water in Regina! Explore the Buffalo Pound Water Treatment Plant, learn about the water cycle and understand the importance of water conservation. Through interactive activities, students will gain insights into the city's water management, fostering a sense of responsibility towards this vital resource. 

Age/Grade Group: Grade One-Grade Eight

The Boardroom  

Congratulations, you're hired! In this session, students will have the opportunity to pitch an innovative idea for a unique service or invention that will captivate Regina residents and raise excitement about waste management. Following a presentation on the City's existing waste and recycling programs, your class will break into groups to brainstorm and discuss creative new concepts. 

Age/Grade Group: Science 10-12 

The Green Initiative  

Welcome to the Green Initiative! In this session, students will learn about Regina's composting programs through an engaging presentation. The focus will be on understanding the benefits of composting for the environment. After the presentation, students will be encouraged to start a class composting project to actively contribute to sustainable practices within the school community. 

Age/Grade Group: Science 10-12 

Buffalo Pound Water Treatment: Behind the Scenes

Unlock the secrets of water treatment at the Buffalo Pound Water Treatment Plant! This presentation offers an in-depth look at the processes involved in ensuring the city's water supply is safe and reliable. Students will gain a real-world understanding of water treatment technology.

Age/Grade Group: Grade 9-12 

Waste Management Send your Waste to a Better Place!

This presentation focuses on the importance of proper waste management practices for adults. It covers topics such as responsible disposal methods, the impact of improper waste disposal, and provides on overview of waste management in Regina.

Backyard Composting

Composting  is the natural breakdown of organic materials such as fruit and vegetable scraps, leaves and grass clippings by bacteria and fungi (micro-organisms). Composting can help reduce the amount of household garbage you set out and it also produces nutrient-rich soil that can be used for gardening and landscaping.

• View our Guide to Backyard CompostingOpens in new window to help get you started, tips on what material to compost and troubleshooting  Reduce your household waste and make great soil for your lawn or garden.
• Learn how to use CompostOpens in new window in your vegetable gardens, flower beds, lawn and more!
• The Saskatchewan Waste Reduction CouncilOpens in new window offers further information to help determine which household composting style works best for you as well as educational videos to get you started.

Grasscycle 

Advantages

• Reduces need to fertilize– Nutrients, such as nitrogen and phosphorus, are returned to the soil. This reduces the cost and work of fertilizing. As well, it prevents fertilizer runoff from polluting lakes and streams.
• Returns organic matter to the soil– The organic matter increases the ability of the soil to hold water. As well, the organic matter feeds earthworms which aerate the soil.
• Reduces water consumption– The clippings act as mulch, protecting grass roots from the sun and reducing having to water your lawn as often. You save money and effort by not raking.
• Reduces work– You don’t have to rake. And you don’t have to water or fertilize as often. There’s more time to enjoy our beautiful Saskatchewan summers.
• Reduces pollution– Using an electric or manual push mower to reduce the amount of hydrocarbons produced by a gas-powered mower.
• Increase your fitness– Get some exercise by using a manual push mower, use muscles ordinarily not used and enjoy the sounds of nature.
• How to Grasscycle
  • Mow your lawn regularly
  • Mow the lawn when it is dry
  • Remove no more than 1/3 of the length of the blades of grass
  • Keep the mower blade(s) sharp
  • Just let the mower spread the clippings evenly on the lawn. They will settle in quickly and will disappear in a day or two.

Waste & Recycling in Regina 

• Waste & Recycling in Regina - This presentation provides information specific to Regina's waste and recycling systems. It covers local recycling guidelines, waste collection processes and initiatives aimed at promoting responsible waste management within the community.

The Waste Management Centre Education Room is designed to provide a place to educate residents on Regina’s waste management and water system through play-based learning activities.

Learning about waste management and water conservation allows school aged youth to develop life-long habits about environmental responsibility. Information is provided in a fun, interactive way and presentations are also available upon request. Groups can book both courses.

Roam tour is approximately 30 minutes:

• 15 minutes Waste Management Tour
• 15 minutes Water Conservation and Sewer Protection

Guided room tour is approximately 60 minutes in length:

• 20 minutes for Waste Management
• 20 minutes for Water Conservation and Sewer Protection
• 20 minutes to Roam and Play Games