W2RO is proud to continue our Scholarship Program, aimed at inspiring the next generation of students to pursue careers in the waste and recycling industry.

W2RO awards five (5) scholarships of $2000 each to outstanding students. We are committed to supporting students in their educational journey toward making a difference in this essential field.
 

While applications for the 2025 scholarships are not yet open, stay tuned for upcoming announcements and opportunities! To qualify, applicants must be enrolled in a college, university, or trades program that leads to a career in the waste and recycling sector. Applicants must also be Canadian residents enrolled in an accredited Canadian trade school, college, or university.
 

The Waste to Resource Ontario Association Awards celebrates our members and volunteers and everything they do for the Association and the Waste and Recycling Sector.

Volunteer of the Year Award

This award recognizes one (1) volunteer who generously gives their time and talents and provides valuable contributions to W2RO and the waste and recycling sector.

The Industry Innovation Award

This award is designed to recognize one (1) W2RO member organization, on an annual basis, for innovative ideas and techniques that have made an impact on projects, which will improve the quality of waste and recycling services in Ontario (collection, delivery, processing, or operations).

The Community Builder Award

This award recognizes one (1) W2RO member organization who actively and selflessly engage in philanthropic activities in their communities.

Association Award submission deadline is April 15, 2025, and are to be submitted to info@w2ro.org. These Awards will be handed out annually at the Canadian Waste to Resource Conference Awards breakfast on June 18, 2025, at Fallsview Casino

We encourage you all to think within your organization and committees to participate in this award program.

For any questions, please reach out to Lauryn Weinberger at lweinberger@w2ro.org

We want to congratulate GFL Environmental Inc. as our Industry Innovation Award Winner for their Brant St Electric Arc Furnace Dust (EAFD) Recycling Project.

In partnership with Cobric Chemicals Inc., GFL has introduced a proprietary High Temperature Metal Recovery (HTMR) technology to recycle EAFD into valuable zinc, supporting Canadian green industry initiatives.

This innovative technology, based in Hamilton, Ontario, offers a sustainable solution to EAFD disposal, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 50% compared to the best available technology.

The project minimizes reliance on hazardous waste landfills, decreases energy and water consumption, and reduces CO2 emissions from long-distance hauling. GFL's efforts are setting a new standard in recycling efficiency and environmental stewardship, effectively closing the loop in the steel manufacturing industry.

We want to congratulate tag TRY Recycling Inc. as our Community Builder Award Winner!
 

The Graham Family Eco Park used to be a gravel pit. Through many pain staking hours of labour and love, it has become a revitalized ecological sanctuary covering 26-acres that embraces environmental principles and supports a variety of ecosystems.
 

This space is accessible and is a welcoming environment that is used to promote environmental awareness and conservation. There is a wooded area with plants, birds, insects, and various mammals, plus a pond with fish, birds, reptiles and insects. These are important areas of our communities as they aid in preserving natural habitats and advocate for sustainable living. 
 

The Graham Family Eco Park opens its doors to not-for-profit groups to enjoy the campground, picnic areas, and the overall grounds where they can hike, bird watch, fish, immerse themselves in nature and disconnect from everyday life.

We want to congratulate Andrea Ivanovs as our Volunteer of the Year!

Andrea Ivanovs, a Waste Collection Advisor at the Region of Peel, has shown remarkable dedication to our industry. As Chair of the MVS, C&C subcommittee, she has successfully grown the committee from 3 to 6 active members. A founding and active member of the WOW Team, Andrea continually supports W2RO through her positive engagement and excellence. Her commitment and leadership within W2RO's subcommittees have been instrumental in driving our initiatives forward.

Want to Learn More About Our Awards and Scholarship Program? Connect with Us Today!
If you have any questions or want to learn more about one of our programs, we warmly invite you to connect with our team at info@w2ro.org