The binners who usually collect bottles and cans from household and commercial recycling are struggling with reduced income, as curbside recyclables have been drastically reduced during the COVID-19 pandemic. Binners divert waste from landfills and also save companies money by helping them avoid fines for contaminated recyclables. For some binners, collecting those recyclables is a main source of income. He says the drop in tourism has led to a 75-percent reduction in bottles available in the community. Lack of stable housingHe says in addition to the lack of available recyclables, many binners are feeling more reluctant to collect items from household waste because of the risk to their own health.

Source: CBC News May 02, 2020 00:11 UTC