Not Recyclable

Originally published Jan 22/20 The Reminder. Flin Flon, Mb. Sponsored by North of 53 Consumers Coop.

Here is a handy list of items that are not recyclable from the Simply Recycle website with revisions for our community.
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- Black plastics (i.e. heat-resistant microwavable trays, bedding plant containers)
- Bubble wrap packaging
- Car seats
- Coffee pods (single-serve)
- Coroplast signs (i.e. election signs, real estate signs, corrugated plastic)
- Dishes, ceramics, crystal or porcelain
- Drink plastic rings
- Foam packaging of any kind (i.e. Styrofoam)
- Pouch packaging for food, drinks and other items.
- Food waste
- Hangers
- Paper towels, tissues or napkins
- Pet food bags
- Photographs
- Plastic bags
- Plastic cards (i.e. expired credit cards, store loyalty cards, gift cards)
- Plastic flower pots
- Plastic furniture
- Sharps (i.e. razor blades, knives, used needles)
- Single-use plates and cutlery
- Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
- Steel pots and pans – we sent these to the metal pile at the landfill
- Straws
- Take-out beverage cups - unless they are # 1 or # 5 plastic (McDonalds or Tim’s) please rinse.
- Textiles
- Toys
- Trophies
- VHS tapes, CD’s or cassette tapes
- Wax or foil coated paper
- Window glass, mirrors or broken glass
- Windshield wiper blades
- Wrapping paper with foil
- Yard waste
 
Check our website for information about what is recyclable. Or call (204)687-6169.