"waste management"

The city is exercising an option to renew contracts for the transport and disposal of household hazardous waste (HHW) due to higher-than-expected volumes at local ecocentres. This decision authorizes an additional $136,820.25 for the current contractor and sets the stage for future renewals, bringing the total estimated contract value to approximately $1.77 million.

The City of Gatineau will participate in a five-year project funded by Global Affairs Canada and led by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) to share expertise on climate change adaptation and waste management with Vietnamese municipalities. The project will not result in direct costs to the city, as travel and per diem expenses are covered by the FCM, with the city's contribution being the staff time involved.

The City of Gatineau is applying for grants from the Tricentris "S'investir pour des communautés durables" program to fund projects related to textile recycling, waste sorting in multi-unit buildings, and battery/electronics collection, as outlined in the city's 2023-2029 waste management plan.

The committee recommends changing the pricing structure for residential use of city eco-centres starting June 1, 2026. Residents will be granted an annual allowance of 12 cubic metres of free construction waste and 12 cubic metres of free branches per dwelling unit, with any excess visits charged at cost. This measure aims to manage service demand and improve equity among residents.

The committee mandates the Water and Residual Materials Department to monitor and analyze the effects of the new eco-centre pricing structure during its first year of implementation. The department will then submit findings and recommendations to the municipal council.

The City intends to borrow $19.4 million to build a new eco-centre in the western part of Gatineau. The funding will cover construction, equipment purchases, and professional fees.

This item introduces a new bylaw to regulate the installation of donation bins across Gatineau. It updates the existing waste management framework to ensure these bins are placed and maintained according to city standards.

The City is exercising the first optional renewal period for the contract with GFL Environmental Inc. for the collection and recovery of construction and demolition (C&D) residues, bringing the total potential contract value to $11,611,646.85.

This item exercises an optional contract extension for the transport and disposal of waste, ensuring continuity of waste management services.

The city exercised an optional contract renewal with WM Québec inc. for waste transport and disposal services, extending the contract through early 2027.

The City is exercising the first optional renewal period for the contract with Re-Source Intégration for the management of surplus garbage tags. The contract is valued at $68,858.54 for the upcoming year, with an option for a final renewal period.

This item recommends the adoption of a new bylaw regarding the management of waste and residual materials, which will replace the previous 2018 regulation.

This bylaw replaces the existing waste management regulations with a new framework for the city.

Council adopted a new by-law for the management of residual materials (waste, recycling, compost), which replaces the previous 2018 regulation.

The City is applying for a grant of up to $200,000 from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities' Green Municipal Fund. The funds will support a project to estimate the potential for diverting construction and demolition waste from landfills and reducing greenhouse gas emissions through the deconstruction of residential buildings.

Notice of motion for a new bylaw governing waste and residual materials management, which will replace the existing 2018 bylaw.

The City is entering into a trial agreement with the MRC de la Vallée-de-la-Gatineau to transport and process a portion of Gatineau's organic waste.

Councillor Anik Des Marais gives notice of a motion to adopt a new bylaw for residual materials management, which will repeal the previous bylaw (839-2018).

Council authorized a grant application to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) for a project estimating the potential for landfill diversion and greenhouse gas reduction through the deconstruction of residential buildings. The City will fund its share of the project through the existing 2023-2029 Waste Management Plan budget.

This item concerns the establishment or renewal of a financial support program for non-profit organizations that assist the city in managing waste and residual materials. This is part of the city's broader environmental and waste reduction strategy.

This item establishes a financial support program for non-profit organizations that assist the city in managing waste materials.

The city is approving $122,400 in financial aid for 10 non-profit organizations (NPOs) for the 2025-2026 period. This program supports local initiatives focused on waste reduction, reuse, and public education, as outlined in the city's 2023-2029 Residual Materials Management Plan.

This plenary committee meeting discussed the expansion of waste management services, specifically composting and recycling, to include institutions, businesses, and industries (ICI). City officials addressed concerns regarding implementation costs for businesses, enforcement strategies, and the environmental benefits of maintaining high performance in waste diversion to secure provincial funding.

The city is rejecting the tender for the deployment and support of the DTRITUS application, which is used for waste management services.

The City is initiating the process to borrow $2.25 million to purchase waste collection bins for the ICI (Industries, Businesses, and Institutions) sector. This investment covers the procurement of recycling and composting containers for the 2025-2028 period.

This bylaw establishes a program to provide financial assistance for the purchase of extra garbage tags, which are required for disposing of waste exceeding standard limits.

A citizen raised concerns regarding the adequacy of waste management bins for multi-unit residential buildings, particularly for seniors and tenants. The City suggested using the D-Tritus app and noted that a pilot project for recycling and composting in large buildings is planned.

This item approves the hiring of professional services to conduct a study on the composition of residual materials (waste) in Gatineau to better inform waste management policies.

The committee authorized the second and final optional renewal year for the biosolids recovery contract with Uteau, division of Canada inc. This renewal, costing $1,478,249.16, ensures the continued management of biosolids for the year 2025, bringing the total contract value to approximately $6.77 million.

The City is seeking authorization to sign a funding agreement with the federal government to support textile recovery initiatives. This project aims to improve waste management by diverting textiles from landfills.

This item involves a formal expression of opposition by the City of Gatineau regarding the proposed near-surface radioactive waste disposal facility in Chalk River, Ontario, due to environmental and safety concerns.

Councillor Marc Bureau gave notice of motion for a new bylaw that will establish a financial assistance program for residents to purchase tags for surplus household waste.

Council approved the creation of two new positions in the Water and Residual Materials Department to improve waste sorting quality control, funded by compensation from Éco Entreprise Québec.

A citizen raised concerns regarding waste management accessibility for seniors, such as heavy bin lids and bin placement. The commission advised using the 311 service for specific requests and noted that some issues fall under the jurisdiction of the housing office.

The committee approved a recommendation to create a program providing free excess-waste tags to vulnerable residents, specifically those with medical conditions affecting waste generation and low-income large families. This initiative aims to support these households while maintaining the city's waste management standards. An amendment to offer an additional bin instead of tags was rejected by a vote of 16 to 4.

The City is awarding a one-year contract to IPL North America inc. for the purchase of waste collection bins, totaling $795,802.57, with an option for a one-year renewal.

This item proposes internal changes to the organizational structure of the Water and Residual Materials Department.

The city is rejecting the bids received for the professional services contract regarding the characterization study of residual materials. This decision effectively cancels the current procurement process for this specific study.

This item authorizes the purchase of new front-loading waste containers to support the city's waste management operations.

The commission reviewed the minutes from the previous meeting. The chair acknowledged the departure of a citizen member and welcomed a new representative from Les Jardins du Souvenir. Updates were provided regarding the Montreal Climate Summit and waste management workshops.

The city will contribute $25,000 over five years to a Université Laval research program studying the use of cellular glass aggregates (GVC) in cold-climate infrastructure. This initiative supports the city's waste management goals and innovation efforts.

This item concerns the procurement or distribution of additional green waste bins for residents, aimed at improving the city's organic waste collection program.

This item requests additional funding for an existing contract related to the transportation and processing of compostable waste. This ensures the continuity of organic waste management services for the city.

The city is initiating a new tender process for the transportation and processing of compostable materials to maintain waste management operations.

The city is authorizing an additional $2,000,000 to cover increased costs for the transport and processing of compostable materials handled by Services Matrec inc. This adjustment is necessary to meet ongoing service demands and brings the total contract value to approximately $18.38 million.

The city has awarded a new contract to GFL Environmental inc. for the city-wide transport and processing of compostable materials. The contract is valued at approximately $15.79 million and will run from March 31, 2024, to March 26, 2028, with options for annual extensions.

The city is seeking a contractor to manage construction and demolition (C&D) waste, including providing containers and ensuring the waste is processed or recycled.

The city awarded a contract to GFL Environnemental inc. for the supply of containers, collection, and processing of construction, renovation, and demolition (CRD) waste and bulky items. The contract is valued at approximately $5.7 million and runs until January 2026, with potential extensions.