LITTER IN OUR CITY

Is litter a problem in Thunder Bay?

According to the Group Litter-free Thunder Bay, the problem of litter in our city has become a serious issue with significant visual and economic impacts. Throughout most of our city, this problem is abundantly clear. EcoSuperior and Litter-free Thunder Bay are trying to stop littering in the first place, to join the committee or for more information contact Jim Bailey at EcoSuperior at 624-2140.

A few litter facts:

q       Scattered garbage has a strong negative impact upon the beauty of a community and the pride of its citizens.

q       Litter affects the economy, discouraging economic development because it impacts real estate values.

q       Litter invites fire, theft and vandalism, and costs a great deal of money to clean up.

q       Businesses will not locate in a community, which lacks the pride to effectively control litter.

A few tips:

q       Spread the word- tell others not to toss litter in the first place

q       Always put your trash in a proper container. If one is not available, hold on to your garbage until you find one.

q       Avoid disposable drink containers, use reusable, returnable or refillable drink containers or bring your own cup

q       Use a litterbag in your car

q       Put your garbage out for collection as close to pick-up time as possible and secure items in both your garbage cans and recycling bags.

Check out what Litterfree Thunder Bay has been up to at www.litterfree.ca