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How to Cut Down on Waste

Canadians are among the most prolific garbage producers on Earth. Between flyers, bulky packaging, junk mail, food and clothing, waste is a huge part of our lives. Here are our top tips on how to cut down on waste. 

By Renee Sylvestre-Williams

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How to Cut Down on Waste: Shop Less, Buy More

If you’re wondering how to cut down on waste, the first step is to shop less. Instead of purchasing for the day or the week, consider getting the largest product you can use before it spoils and parcelling it out into smaller reusable containers such as Mason jars. 

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