Concerned about Climate Change?
For those looking at getting more involved in climate activism, I encourage you to review, support and connect with the many organizations that are active on climate issues.
350 Canada
Apathy Is Boring
Climatefast
Climate Emergency Unit
Climate Action Network
EcoToronto
Environmental Defence
Foundation for Environmental Stewardship
LeadNow
Ontario Clean Air Alliance
Shake Up The Establishment
The Atmospheric Fund
The National Observer
Toronto Environmental Alliance
U of T Trash Team
Single-Use and Takeaway Items Bylaw
On March 1, 2024, the City of Toronto’s Single-Use and Takeaway Items Bylaw took effect. The bylaw includes:
- An “ask-first/by-request” approach for items such as straws, napkins, stir sticks, utensils, condiments, shopping bags (except those for bakery or prescription items)
- Compatibility of paper bags with the City’s diversion programs (i.e., no metal grommets or plastic handles)
- Acceptance of reusable shopping bags and reusable beverage cups provided by customers at retail business establishments
Be part of the solution. Try one of these sustainable swaps to help reduce your everyday waste:
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Disposable Item
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Sustainable Solution
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Coffee cup
Disposable cutlery
Plastic or foil wrap
Coffee pod
Plastic produce bag
Dryer sheet
Bottled water
Disposable bag
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Reusable travel mug
Say ‘no’ if you don’t need them
Reusable container
Brewed coffee or reusable coffee pod
Mesh or reusable bag
Dryer ball
Reusable water bottle
Tote or reusable bag
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Your input will help boost Toronto’s on-street EV charging
Have you filled in the survey yet? Many residents want to drive an electric vehicle (EV), but if you don’t have a garage or driveway to charge, you may be out of luck. TAF is surveying Toronto residents to learn where and how quickly EV chargers are required in the community. We need your participation to inform City Councillors and staff. Complete this 2-minute survey to show how much demand there is for EV charging.
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Ontario is expanding eligibility for ownership of renewable energy projects
The Ontario government has expanded eligibility for third party ownership of net-metered renewable energy systems. This initiative will support a wide range of building and business owners cut their energy bills and carbon emissions, even if they don’t have the up-front capital or expertise. We have urged the Ministry of Energy to ensure that customers with net meters are also allowed to participate in the government’s recently proposed ultra-low overnight Time-of-Use option, which will further help home and business owners save on electricity bills and encourage EV adoption.
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