By understanding the differences between "best before" and "expired" dates on food products, you can help minimize your food waste and save money in the process!

Don't forget to save your refundable beverage containers and return them to your local Enviro-Depot™ for a refund! For a breakdown of what is and is not accepted for a refund, visit:

Great article by salt wire on the Care to Repair Market! Thank you to everyone who took the time to attend and participate! . #NothingWasted #RefuseToWaste #TruroNS

Divert NS @DivertNS.#NoWasteNovember kicks off today! Take part, and #Reduce the amount of waste you produce for the entire month of November by #Refusing single-use plastics, junk mail and flyers. For more waste reduction tips, visit …. @NoWasteNovember

Calling all teachers! Divert NS will be presenting at the Environmental Education Conference at the Shubenacadie Wildlife Park as part of the Professional Development Day on October 28th. To register, visit #Education #Environment #DivertNS

Join Green Schools on October 31st to learn about phantom power and how you and your students can rid your home of this energy waster! . Sign up at

Repairing an object can extend its life & eliminate the need to buy a new one. Repairing also presents knowledge-sharing & mentorship opportunities, which can strengthen our local communities. For more info on repairing & to find local repair events visit

You can check out more than just books at your local library. There are lots of non-book items available for loan including board games, DVDs, nature backpacks and more! Check with your local library for specific offerings in your area! Learn more at

Want to try a new activity but don't have the right equipment? Don't let that stop you! Many municipal recreation departments have equipment available to lend/rent out, like snowshoes, hockey equipment and more! Visit to find specific programs in your area

DYK, thrifting just one shirt vs. buying new can save 700 gallons of water? Social enterprises operate many thrift stores to support charities and non-profits, including @DirectioNS member agencies like @CAPE Society in Glace Bay. Learn more at

‘Fast Fashion’ has led to people buying and disposing of more clothes than ever before. Textiles now take up over 9% of landfill space in Nova Scotia. Let’s help students change this by asking what they can do to help reduce the impact of textile waste.

Colchester residents! Check out this FREE event offered by Colchester WRM and The Living Earth Council to extend the life of items by repairing instead of replacing them. Join them at the Care & Repair Market on October 21, 2022, from 3:00pm to 7:00pm at the Truro Farmers' Market

On Wednesday October 5, 2022, Divert NS was proud to host Depot Day 2022! After almost three years we gathered Enviro-Depot™ owners/operators to discuss, learn and showcase the Depot of the year winners. This day would not have been successful without our sponsors!

Did you know that any litter 50 km from a shoreline is considered ocean-bound and up to 8 million tonnes of plastic enter the ocean each year? Ask your students how they can find ways to reduce ocean plastics. Check out our free educational resources at

Divert NS is proud to celebrate this year’s 2022 Large Depot of the Year Award winner, Paper Chase Bottle Exchange Ltd.! Thank you for going the extra mile to make recycling a positive experience for everyone.

Divert NS is proud to celebrate this year’s 2022 Small Depot of the Year Award winner, TNT Recycling! Thank you for going the extra mile to make recycling a positive experience for everyone.

Divert NS' office will be closed Friday, September 30 in recognition of Truth and Reconciliation Day, as we encourage our team to use the day to reflect and consider our role in making Nova Scotia more inclusive and equitable for everyone who calls it home.

Due to Hurricane Fiona's aftermath, curbside collection has been cancelled and rescheduled in some areas. Please check with your local municipality to find out when curbside collection will resume. For a list of local contacts please visit

When you return beverage containers to your local Enviro-Depot, not only do you get your $$ refund, you are also supporting a small business and helping protect our environment! #ReturnForRefund #NothingWasted

Thanks to Victoria County's Clean Interns for all your dedication and hard work! . Photos: Recycle Cape Breton