Composting

Composting - Did you know you can compost indoors

Composting is a simple, yet often overlooked method for tending to the health of our planet. By composting we can reduce the waste produced at home and collectively in landfills. The finished compost is also an essential tool in improving soil ecology by returning nutrients to the earth. There are lots of good reasons to compost. Check this link for more!

There are a few common barriers which people perceive as reasons they are unable to compost, but by learning about the nature of composting we can find simple steps that make it possible and practical for everyone. By learning about composting we can contribute significantly to our sustainable well-being.

Master Composter Program

Composting - Master Composter course Morden 2010

The Master Composter Program is a free, in-depth, hands-on composting course and volunteer program offered by Green Action Centre.

Master Composter Course Notification

Register for a Master Composter Course and we will contact you as soon as one is scheduled

Compost workshops and bin give away

Composting - Steinbach workshop

Green Action Centre is again offering free composting workshops. Sign up and learn how to reduce your waste and take advantage of this free natural fertilizer!

Composting Basics & Getting Started

Composting - Getting Started Composting

Composting is a great way to reduce landfill-bound waste and convert in into nutrient rich amendment for your garden, shrubs, or even your house plants. Learn the basics about how to get started today!

Compost Bin Options

Composting Bins - Compost bin options

There are lots of options for compost bins, some you can purchase and some that you can easily build. The choice is up to you. Let us help you to make a choice that fits your needs.

Vermicomposting

Vermicomposting - Harvesting vermicompost

Vermicomposting uses Red Wriggler worms to convert food waste and organic material into a nutrient-rich natural fertilizer – worm manure! Vermicomposting is a fun and beneficial way to turn garbage into a valuable resource!

News

Need leaves for your compost?

Just bought a compost bin? Don’t have any leaves to start composting? Here are some suggestions.

School Patrols Deserve Honours

Let’s take a moment to appreciate School Patrols and the valuable service they provide our children and our communities!

“Do not forget us”

Green Action Centre staff member, Jessie Klassen, travelled to Vimy Ridge for the 95th anniversary of the battle said to have marked the “birth of the nation” of Canada.

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Research

Waste diversion and industry

Green Action Centre’s discussion paper on the challenges and possible solutions for Winnipeg to achieve higher waste diversion rates for the ICI and C&D sectors in Manitoba (download here).

Greening Manitoba’s Budget

Green Action Centre submitted a list of proposals to the Province to make Manitoba’s economy and budget more environmentally sustainable. Read the 5 key recommendations here.

Buy Nothing Day

This year, Buy Nothing Day will take place, November 25, 2011. It is an international, informal annual event dedicated to raising awareness of overconsumption.

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Links

Buy Nothing Day – Teaching Resource

The Media Awareness Network provides a great teaching resource for Buy Nothing…

Composting Links

Find links on everything from where to get compost bins and supplies to where to buy your red wrigglers or how to build your own pet waste digester!