On November 22, 2023, City Council passed waste management requirements for the Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional (ICI) sector. All businesses, institutions, and organizations within Regina city limits will soon be required to have a multi-stream waste management program where recycling, food and yard waste, and garbage are separated. 

Information

A guide to assist businesses in implementing and operating their waste management programs is available for download here: Multi-Stream Waste Management Guide PDF. 

Who is Affected?  

The ICI waste management requirements apply to any business, institution or organization operating in Regina city limits, irrespective of its size or number of employees. This includes but is not limited to offices, retail stores, restaurants, manufacturers, non-profit organizations, places of worship, and warehouses.

Waste Management Bylaw Requirements 

As of January 1, 2028, all businesses, institutions and organizations will be required to have multi-stream waste management programs where recycling, food and yard waste, and garbage are separated at the point of disposal per The Waste Management Bylaw (No. 2012-63).

Businesses must implement a multi-stream waste collection and processing program that:  

 

  • Separates recyclables, food and yard waste, and garbage at the source. 
  • Maintains adequate bins and signage for each stream in good condition.
  • Ensures consistent material collection.  
  • Empties and processes recyclables, food and yard waste, and garbage appropriately. 
  • Provides information to employees on bin locations and accepted materials.  

Waste Bin Requirements:  

Bins should be conveniently located, clearly labeled, and coloured as follows:  

  • Recycling: Blue  
  • Food and Yard Waste: Green  
  • Garbage: Black or Brown  

*There is an option available to apply to waive the bin colour requirements if your business is part of a franchise or has specific branding requirements. 

*There is an option available to apply to have your bin colours receive legacy status if your business implemented a multi-stream waste program for all three streams (recycling which collects more than paper, food and yard waste, and garbage) prior to March 31, 2023.

Signs, Labels, and Posters:

Businesses must post clear, coloured signage near bins. Signs should be visible, well-maintained, and follow colour-coding. Linked below are several printable sign templates that can be used by the ICI sector and additional educational materials.

Early Adopter Incentive Program

Early Adopter Incentive Program (EAIP) funding is available for Regina’s non-designated properties used for residential and non-residential purposes. This includes the Industrial Commercial and Institutional (ICI) sector (businesses, companies and organizations) and the multi-family sector (condominiums and apartments) operating within Regina city limits regardless of size, number of employees or number of tenants. Some exceptions apply:

  • Provincial and Federal Governments and Crown Corporations are not eligible for EAIP funding as they are not legally bound by City bylaws. The EAIP is designed to support entities required to comply with The Waste Management Bylaw.
  • Home-based businesses are not eligible for EAIP funding if they receive City waste service.
  • Multi-family properties who receive City waste services are not eligible for EAIP funding. The EAIP is designed to support properties who contract private waste services.

Businesses, institutions and organizations must apply for funding before September 30, 2027 and implement their program prior to January 1, 2028.  There are two funding options available:

Option 

Incentive  

ICI Operational Support and Capital Package  

Up to $105 per month operational rebate until regulation start date  

$2,500 one-time capital/operational offset

Capital Only Incentive  

Reimbursement of 100 per cent of eligible capital costs, up to $10,000 and 50 per cent of eligible costs over $10,000 up to $20,000

 

 

 

A total of $1 million in funding is available on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to approved applications.

If you can't meet the 90-day deadline due to unforeseen circumstances, submit a written extension request to the City. The City will consider extensions on a case-by-case basis.

Click here to fill out the Early Adopter Incentive Program form

Waste Diversion Tips

By implementing a waste diversion program, you will be supporting the City's goal to divert Regina’s waste from the landfill extending the landfill life. Refer to The Waste Management Bylaw, section 37 for information on proper waste bin management and minimum collection requirements.   

A guide to assist businesses in implementing and operating their waste management programs is available for download here: Multi-Stream Waste Management Guide PDF. 

There are seven steps to follow for an effective waste management program: 

  1. Understand your waste by conducting a waste audit. You can download the DIY Waste Audit Form here.  Decide who will haul and process your waste. 
  2. Collect the right materials
  3. Place and label your bins
  4. Create a waste plan and make sure it is  available upon request Click for a Sample Waste Guide here.
  5. Educate your employees and tenants about the program
  6. Reach out to the City of Regina for support and resources to set up or improve your waste management program.

Recycling and Composting Haulers

Similar to contracting a garbage hauler, property or business owners have the option to select from various companies to secure recycling and food and yard waste collection services. It is a requirement that your chosen recycling and food and yard waste hauler(s) collect, at a minimum, the same recyclable and organic items as the City's curbside Recycling and Food and Yard waste programs. 

Haulers in Regina, include but are not limited to: 

  • Emterra Group
  • Environmental 360 Solutions
  • GFL Environmental 
  • Local Environmental Services Saskatchewan
  • Loraas Disposal
  • Super Save Group

Make sure you check with your current hauler if they can facilitate the new services before contacting a new one. 

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