Leading Nova Scotia to a Wasteless Future.

Divert NS’ mission is to improve our environment, economy, and quality of life by working with Nova Scotians to reduce, reuse, recycle, and recover resources.

Our Impact

Community Heroes Youth Bottle Drive Contest

Organize a bottle drive for your school, team, or club for a chance to win cash prizes. Contest now open!

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Champion of the Environment Scholarship

Divert NS is proud to award $40,500 in scholarships to Nova Scotia Grade 12 students who are making a difference for the environment. Applications now open!

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Understanding Nova Scotia's Waste

A deep dive into the province's landfills identifies opportunities for resource recovery and improved waste diversion.

2023 Waste Audit

    Recycling 101

    Get familiar with recycling best practices and why they matter.

    Beverage Container Recycling Program

    Learn how you can return your beverage containers.

    Used Passenger Tire Program

    Get a grip on what you can do with your used tires.

    Sorting Guides

    Understanding what goes where and when.

    Find Your Nearest Enviro-Depot™︎

    With more than 77 locations across Nova Scotia, there’s an Enviro-Depot™ closer to you than you think. Use the search below to find depots in your community.

    The Latest

    Community Heroes Youth Bottle Drive Contest Now Open

    Be a Community Hero and raise funds for your team, club, or school! Divert NS is awarding $10,000 in cash prizes to youth teams across Nova Scotia for organizing a bottle drive in their community!

    O’Connell’s Recycling: A Family Business Built on Service

    Learn more about this third-generation business that won the Large Enviro-Depot of the Year in 2025.

    Champion of the Environment Scholarship Now Open

    Divert NS is proud to award $40,500 in scholarships to Nova Scotia Grade 12 students who are making a difference for the environment. Applications now open!

    From Waste to Resource: Circular Learnings from the Netherlands

    In 2025, Divert NS’ Business Development Officer, Sasha Barnard, travelled to the Netherlands as a part of the Canadian Waste to Resource Mission to learn how Canada can move toward a more circular economy.

    2026 EPR Oversight Fee Consultation

    Divert NS will kick-off the 2026 EPR Fee Consultation with a webinar for producers on March 25th at 2:00pm AST. Producers of packaging, paper products, and packaging-like products are encouraged to attend and provide feedback. 

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    Low Waste & Sustainable Giving Guide

    This holiday season, make your celebrations meaningful and mindful by choosing low-waste, sustainable gifts. Thoughtful choices help reduce landfill waste, keep materials in use longer, and minimize the environmental impact of holiday consumption.

    Nova Scotia’s Recycling Revolution

    Nova Scotia’s new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program, launched December 1, 2025, shifts curbside recycling costs from municipalities to producers, increasing material recovery and fostering a circular economy. 

    Meet the 2025 Mobius Award Winners

    On November 5, 2025, Divert NS hosted the 25th annual Mobius Awards of Environmental Excellence at the Halifax Convention Centre, celebrating Nova Scotians who are driving real progress in waste reduction and environmental innovation. Learn more about the event and the award recipients here.
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    Divert NS & Discovery Centre Inspire Young Environmental Champions

    This summer, 40 youth aged 11–14 joined the first Divert NS Ocean Action Camp with the Discovery Centre in Halifax and Truro. Over five days, they explored upcycling, ocean acidification, and microplastics through hands-on labs and shoreline cleanups—emerging as young ocean champions. Learn more here.

    The Heroic Tale of the 2025 Divert NS Litter Clean-up

    This summer, Divert NS staff rolled up their sleeves and hit the roadside for our annual litter clean-up. Read the heroic tale about how the team braved the heat, tackled over 200 pounds of waste, and reflected on the impact of everyday litter — and the power of collective action. 
     

    2025 EPR Oversight Fees

    Divert NS' Fee Consultation Summary Report is now available and summarizes the consultation process, the feedback received and how the feedback influenced decision making for setting final fee rates. 

    Learn more here.

    Waste Diversion Grants Fuel Innovation Among Immigrant-Owned Businesses

    Divert NS' micro-grants program helps immigrant entrepreneurs overcome barriers to sustainable, waste-conscious business practices.

    Learn more here.

    Divert NS 2024-2025 Annual Report

    The Divert NS 2024–2025 Annual Report is now available. This year’s report highlights how the power of people, partnerships, and innovation are driving real progress in waste diversion across Nova Scotia.

    View the 2024-2025 Annual Report.