Sustainability Tips for Moving in Winnipeg: Recycle, Donate, and Reduce Waste

Moving is a busy time and it is easy to forget the little details. The next time you move to Winnipeg, consider choosing more sustainable moving options to help the environment. Choosing to help the environment can help keep your community clean and safe. Here are a few of our tips to make your next move in Winnipeg eco-friendly: 

RECYCLE: WINNIPEG’S LOCAL PROGRAMS

Recycling Electronics

During the moving process, it is important to get rid of old things to make space in your new home. Getting rid of old electronics can be challenging, because they can be harmful to the environment. Fortunately, Winnipeg has many electronic recycling depots that can dispose of your used electronics for you. Recycling your old electronics can prevent many hazardous chemicals and materials from harming the environment. Chemicals like lead and mercury can contaminate water and soil, making the community unsafe for everyone.   

Recyclable Packing Supplies 

Many moving companies use single-use packing materials that create waste in the environment. This is why we recommend asking questions and doing research about recyclable packing supplies. There are many alternative packing supplies that can be recycled, like cardboard and biodegradable packing peanuts. If you would like to learn more about our packing supplies click here. Using recyclable packing supplies means that less waste will end up in our landfills. Less waste means cleaner communities.   

Recycling Wood Products

It’s well known that electronics and cardboard can be recycled, but did you know that wood products can also be recycled? Wood products like frames, plywood, and fences can all be recycled at local wood recycling depots in Winnipeg. Recycling wood products is a great way to get rid of it rather than throwing it away. Local wood recycling depots can repurpose the wood for future products, which means less waste in landfills. If you want to repurpose your own wood products in the future, we have storage units available for safekeeping. 

DONATE: WINNIPEG’S LOCAL DONATION CENTRES

Donating Clothes

When packing up your closets, you may find old clothes that you don’t have a purpose for anymore. Instead of throwing the clothes away, you can donate them to a local donation centre. Winnipeg has many clothing donation centres that accept a variety of different clothing articles. All the way from jewelry to snow pants, you can donate them if they are in fair condition. Donating old clothing can prevent a lot of waste from ending up in landfills. Your donations can also help those in need in the community. 

Donating Furniture

If you are planning to get rid of furniture while moving, why not consider donating it. Many local donation centres in Winnipeg accept furniture and appliances. Some furniture donation centres even offer to pick up the furniture and appliances for you. Donating furniture will allow you to make space in your new home, while giving back to the community. Your donation will also prevent usable furniture from going to waste and being destroyed. Additionally, like electronics, many appliances can contain hazardous materials that can harm the environment. Donating your appliances will prevent the hazardous materials from ending up in local water and soil. 

Donating Toys and Baby Products 

Are you downsizing and have many of your children’s old stuff? Instead of holding onto things for the distant future, why not consider donating them now to help a family in need. Many local donation centres in Winnipeg accept toys, children's clothing, and baby products. By donating your old stuff, you can help a family in the community while reducing waste.

REDUCE WASTE: MAKING CLEANER COMMUNITIES

Reuse Packing Supplies

Packing is one of the most important parts of a move. Why not consider more eco-friendly options for this major moving-component? By choosing reusable packing supplies, we can help the environment and even save more money than single-use materials. You can use reusable materials like plastic moving totes and cloth wraps that can be used to pack items multiple times. Using reusable packing materials can help you save money on our move by reducing the need to buy new supplies. Buying less supplies means less waste will end up in landfills. 

Rent Plastic Packing Bins

Many people are not aware that you can rent packing supplies if you don’t want to buy your own. Renting packing bins can help you reduce waste since all the packing supplies are reusable. There are many companies in Winnipeg that offer rental packing supplies, which they can even deliver to your home. Every time you reuse packing supplies, it keeps one less item from ending up in a landfill.   

Reduce Your Carbon Emissions

When moving, you may forget to consider how your carbon emissions are affecting the environment. If you decide to move yourself, you may need to take multiple trips which might end up increasing your carbon emissions. Hiring professional moving services is a great way to decrease your waste. Professional movers are trained to be efficient and timely. They will pack up your belongings and deliver them to your new home all in one day. The truck drivers know all the best routes and will deliver your stuff in no time. Reducing your carbon emissions will help keep your community clean. 

Planning a move to Winnipeg? Two Small Men with Big Hearts is here to make your move smooth and stress-free. We provide a variety of packing and storage services to fit your every need. Contact us to get a free moving quote today!