Ontario Recycling Reforms: RCC Highlights Path to Stable, Effective Program

RCC’s VP Sustainability, Michael Zabaneh, spoke with CityNews about Ontario’s proposal to amend the recycling regulations in response to a 350% increase in Blue Box program costs to producers since 2022. In the article, Michael emphasizes the need for further action, including moving away from the fragmented multi‑PRO system toward a single PRO model with a coordinated program plan. By advocating for realistic targets and timelines and reinforcing the need to drive the collective investment needed to improve recycling outcomes, RCC is supporting balanced policy that will reduce duplication, control costs for industry and improve recycling outcomes, driving system efficiency and environmental goals.