PPEC Environmental Outlook: What We’re Watching in 2026
From the evolution of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for packaging, to plastics policy in flux, […]
Advancing Coffee Cup Recycling in Canada
Recycling takeaway coffee cups has long been a challenge. Most are made from paperboard lined […]
Why the Global Plastics Treaty Matters for Canada’s Packaging Industry
After nearly three years of negotiations, the sixth round of talks on a global plastics […]
Beyond the Headlines: Context on Ontario’s Proposed Blue Box Changes
The Ontario government recently proposed amendments to the province’s Blue Box Regulation, triggering swift reactions […]
It Was Never About the Straws
Every so often, a new packaging item ends up with a bull’s-eye on its back. […]
New StatsCan Data Shows Paper Fibres Most Diverted Material
Statistics Canada recently released the results of its Waste Management Survey[1], which includes national waste […]
Exploring the Environmental Implications of Potential Tariffs
As discussions continue around the United States proposed 25% tariffs on Canadian imports —including paperboard […]
Celebrating International Women’s Day with Paulina Leung from Emterra Group+
International Women’s Day is a time to celebrate women’s achievements and reflect on the importance […]
Navigating Ontario’s Blue Box Transition and the Importance of the Entire Recycling Value Chain
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) – a policy approach which makes producers financially and physically responsible […]
The Circular Life of a Recyclable Pizza Box in Canada
What’s better than pizza? Pizza that comes in a box that can be recycled! As […]
PPEC Outlook: Environmental Issues in Focus for 2025
From the evolution of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for packaging, to navigating potential regulations on […]
The Recyclability of Paper Bags Should Not Be Controversial
Paper bags have been back in the news recently due to a decision by the […]