2024 Industry Innovation Award Winner: GFL Enviromental Inc.

We want to congratulate GFL Environmental Inc. as our Industry Innovation Award Winner for their Brant St Electric Arc Furnace Dust (EAFD) Recycling Project.

In partnership with Cobric Chemicals Inc., GFL has introduced a proprietary High Temperature Metal Recovery (HTMR) technology to recycle EAFD into valuable zinc, supporting Canadian green industry initiatives.

This innovative technology, based in Hamilton, Ontario, offers a sustainable solution to EAFD disposal, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 50% compared to the best available technology.

The project minimizes reliance on hazardous waste landfills, decreases energy and water consumption, and reduces CO2 emissions from long-distance hauling. GFL's efforts are setting a new standard in recycling efficiency and environmental stewardship, effectively closing the loop in the steel manufacturing industry.

2024 Community Builder Award Winner: TRY Recycling Inc.

We want to congratulate tag TRY Recycling Inc. as our Community Builder Award Winner!
 

The Graham Family Eco Park used to be a gravel pit. Through many pain staking hours of labour and love, it has become a revitalized ecological sanctuary covering 26-acres that embraces environmental principles and supports a variety of ecosystems.
 

This space is accessible and is a welcoming environment that is used to promote environmental awareness and conservation. There is a wooded area with plants, birds, insects, and various mammals, plus a pond with fish, birds, reptiles and insects. These are important areas of our communities as they aid in preserving natural habitats and advocate for sustainable living. 
 

The Graham Family Eco Park opens its doors to not-for-profit groups to enjoy the campground, picnic areas, and the overall grounds where they can hike, bird watch, fish, immerse themselves in nature and disconnect from everyday life.
 

2024 Volunteer of the Year: Andrea Ivanovs

We want to congratulate Andrea Ivanovs as our Volunteer of the Year!
 

Andrea Ivanovs, a Waste Collection Advisor at the Region of Peel, has shown remarkable dedication to our industry. As Chair of the MVS, C&C subcommittee, she has successfully grown the committee from 3 to 6 active members. A founding and active member of the WOW Team, Andrea continually supports W2RO through her positive engagement and excellence. Her commitment and leadership within W2RO's subcommittees have been instrumental in driving our initiatives forward.

W2RO is proud to continue our Scholarship Program, aimed at inspiring the next generation of students to pursue careers in the waste and recycling industry.

W2RO awards five (5) scholarships of $2000 each to outstanding students. We are committed to supporting students in their educational journey toward making a difference in this essential field.
 

While applications for the 2025 scholarships are not yet open, stay tuned for upcoming announcements and opportunities! To qualify, applicants must be enrolled in a college, university, or trades program that leads to a career in the waste and recycling sector. Applicants must also be Canadian residents enrolled in an accredited Canadian trade school, college, or university.
 

For updates on the 2025 Scholarship Program, be sure to check back here or follow us on our social media channels.

Want to Learn More About Our Awards and Scholarship Program? Connect with Us Today!
If you have any questions or want to learn more about one of our programs, we warmly invite you to connect with out team at info@w2ro.org