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Welcome
Welcome to the Official Website of the Eastern Region Solid Waste-Resource Management Committee.
Eastern Region Solid Waste Management was established in 1996 as a committee with a representative from each of the five municipal councils in Antigonish and Guysborough counties. The Eastern Region, along with six other solid waste-resource regions, was formed by the Province of Nova Scotia to help Nova Scotians reach waste diversion mandates required through provincial regulation.
To inspire waste diversion the Province of Nova Scotia legislated a waste disposal target of 300kg/capita/year. This target includes all waste disposed from residents, businesses and as a result of construction and demolition activities. The target requires an approximate decrease in the amount of waste disposed by 95 kg/person/year. We can achieve this goal with the continued support of all Nova Scotians at home, work and play.
“I am very excited to be working with the public and our partners to help all of us achieve our environmental goals and make our part of the province a more sustainable place.”
– Tanya Williams, Regional Coordinator/Educator
2024 Jacqueline ‘Dort’ Memorial Bursary
This bursary has been created in honor and recognition of Councillor/Deputy Warden Jackie Dort, Vice Chair of our Eastern Region Solid Waste Management Committee who passed away on July 21, 2020.
Divert NS 2023 Champion of the Environment Scholarship
Are you a Grade 12 student in Nova Scotia? Know of a student whose actions could pay off? Divert NS is awarding a total of $20,000 in scholarships to Grade 12 students who have exemplified dedication in protecting our environment! There are seven $2,500 Regional...
Green Cart Tips for Winter
Remember to keep your cart in a sunny location and clear ice and snow off the top!
Swap Share Thrift Repair
It's Waste reduction Week this October 17-23rd! The Eastern Region Solid Waste Management in conjunction with the Pictou-Antigonish Regional Library will be hosting a Quick Fix and Clothing Swap for Waste Reduction Week on October 20th from 10am - 2pm. Join us at the...
The Divert NS 2022 Champion of the Environment Scholarship
Divert NS is offering up to $20,000 over seven scholarships to Grade 12 students in Nova Scotia who have exemplified dedication in protecting our environment. For more information download the PDF Guide or visit the Divert NS website.
ERSWM
33 Pleasant Street,
PO Box 111
Guysborough, Nova Scotia
B0H 1G0
Available by Phone
Office: 902-533-3823
Toll-Free: 1-888-377-9622
Fax: 902-533-2749
Office Hours
Monday: 8AM to 5PM
Tuesday: 8AM to 5PM
Wednesday: 8AM to 5PM
Thursday: 8AM to 5PM
Friday: 8AM to 5PM