OttaTalk, Episode 2: why do we have a three-item garbage limit?

We’re back with the second episode of our new City of Ottawa podcast series, where we OttaTalk about garbage and recycling. That’s right, we’re only two episodes into our first season, and we’re already talking trash. Listen now:

• Spotify
• Apple Podcasts
• YouTube

In this episode, we talk with Rachael Jones, Program Manager for Long Term Planning with Solid Waste Services, about the City’s three-item garbage limit. We’ll get an update on illegal dumping, learn what’s coming up next for garbage and recycling in Ottawa, and answer the question: “what’s the deal with common pads?” Links for this episode are:

• Three item garbage limit
• Solid Waste Master Plan
• Waste Explorer
• SoundCloud

About This is OttaTalk, where City staff and residents discuss City programs, projects and initiatives. We’ll cover topics that affect your everyday life. Things like emergency services, garbage collection and nightlife in Ottawa. Why do we have a three-item garbage limit? What’s a typical day like for an Ottawa Paramedic? What does a Nightlife Commissioner do? We have the questions and the answers on OttaTalk. For now, you can look for us to post a new episode every month. Feedback Tell us what you think about this podcast. We’re always looking for ideas for future episodes. Comment on your favourite social media platform or write to us directly at podcast-balado@ottawa.ca.