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Bike to Work Week in the TriCities!
Bike To Work Week is just around the corner! From October 27th to November 2nd, people across the province will be ditching their cars to cycle to and from work. In honour of the occasion, we...
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Plastic Bags: Break the Cycle
Canadians take home 55 million plastic shopping bags each week, with a large percentage ending up in the landfill. Once in the earth, it can take 1,000 years for a plastic bag to breakdown while...
View ArticleHappy Stan’s Christmas Poem
‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the city only one stirring was Happy Stan, not even a kitty; Happy Stan’s Recycling was locked down with care, In hopes that Happy Stan, soon...
View ArticleSustainable Spring Cleaning: Part 1
Spring is almost here! As we bid adieu to winter and usher in spring, it’s the perfect time to purge, clean and organize. However, all of that cleaning means you probably have a lot of items that...
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Spring Cleaning Part 2!
A clean house can help clear your mind. If you’ve read Part 1 of our Sustainable Spring Cleaning series, then you already know of sustainable ways to clear the clutter. But don’t let that stop you...
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Happy Earth Day From Happy Stan’s!
April 22nd is Earth Day, a day that celebrates and encourages environmental protection around the world. First celebrated in 1970, this day is recognized in more than 192 countries each year....
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Responsible Consumption
Food production is a major culprit in the consumption of natural resources. According to the United Nations Environment Program, if current consumption and production patterns remain the same, by...
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6 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Recycle at Happy Stan’s Recycling
Recycling goes beyond just bottles and cardboard. In fact, the things you use on a daily basis can be given new life once their time is up. By knowing which appliances and objects can be rerouted...
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The Dangers of Plastic
Due to its convenience and durable nature, plastic is one of the most widespread forms of packaging. In the last fifty years, over 1 billion tonnes of plastic has been produced. What makes this a...
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Keeping Up with Happy Stan’s!
We’ve had a busy few months here at Happy Stan’s, and though we’re not typically ones to brag, we can’t help but share a few exciting announcements. Our team has recently received accreditation...
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Food Waste: Live Green with Happy Stan’s Recycling
January is all about resolving to break bad habits. However, we all know it can be easier said than done, particularly if there is no action plan involved. Whether it’s losing weight or saving...
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Keeping Up with Happy Stan’s Recycling
It’s been a busy few months at Happy Stan’s Recycling! If you haven’t been keeping up with us on Instagram or Facebook, than you may have missed us spreading the green word at some great events...
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Eco-friendly Wedding Bells
With 67% of weddings in Canada occurring between the months of June and September, chances are you’ve attended at least one nuptial this summer. If you’re about to get hitched or are planning...
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Favourite Local Hot Spots in the Tri-Cities
As summer begins to wind down, we’re finding ourselves spending as much time as possible enjoying the beautiful warm weather – and we know we’re not the only ones! With temperatures expected to...
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How to Stay Eco-Friendly in School
Now that the school year is well underway, have you noticed any eco-friendly changes that could be made in the classroom or your own routine at home? We know how hectic your schedule may be, which...
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Happy Stan’s Recycling Office Clean-up Tips
With the end of the year fast approaching, there’s no better time than now to whip your office into shape. To ensure you start off 2017 with a clean slate, the crew at Happy Stan’s Recycling are...
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Happy Stan’s Tips for Reducing Holiday Waste
Did you know that from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, household waste increases by more than 25%? With food, shopping bags and packaging, it’s easy to see how it can add up fast. Luckily, we can...
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Don’t throw it in the trash! Happy Stan’s Recycling has a better option for...
Although it may be hard to keep track of everything that can be recycled or reused, sildenafil the reality is ‘garbage’ that can be rerouted from the landfill to our recycling depot go far beyond...
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Happy Stan’s Eco-friendly Spring Cleaning Tips
Now that winter’s officially over, we have one thing on our minds: spring cleaning! From the dusty attic to the old shoes piling up in the closet, we’re likely not the only ones looking forward to...
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Sun’s Out, Plugs Out! 10 Eco-Friendly Tips to Unplug and Save Energy This Summer
We’re loving the sunshine in Metro Vancouver, and with it, the opportunity to cut back on electricity. From natural light and warmer temperatures to longer days and outdoor activities, summer is...
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