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

The Power is in Your Hands

Use it to help us divert beverage containers from landfills and ensure a safe environment for Nova Scotia.

Discover your power

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

Understanding Nova Scotia’s Litter.

A look at roadsides and sidewalks in municipalities across the province provides valuable insight for education and prevention.

Learn More About Litter

    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

    Keynote speaker Dr. Jiaying Zhao

    Tickets for the 24th Annual Mobius Awards Gala are now available

    Join Divert NS, emcee Jeff Douglas (CBC's Mainstreet), and keynote speaker Dr. Jiaying Zhao (leading behavioral scientist at UBC), as we recognize and celebrate Nova Scotia's leaders in environmental action, waste diversion, and recycling.
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    Divert NS partners with ISANS to support sustainable business practices

    Divert NS has partnered with the Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) and will provide $50,000 in funding to the organization this year. The funding will provide micro-grants to ISANS business clients to support the implementation of waste diversion solutions in their businesses.

    2024 Depot of the Year Winners

    Congratulations to our 2024 Depot of the Year Winners, W. O’Leary’s Recycling Depot Garland’s Crossing & Carleton Road Bottle Exchange! These annual awards celebrate Enviro-Depots across Nova Scotia that go above and beyond in customer service and employee relations, engage and support their community, and participate in Divert NS depot initiatives.
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    Divert NS Student Internship Journey by Gerardo Velez

    Over the course of five weeks, I had the privilege of working with Divert NS, an organization dedicated to waste diversion and recycling management. This internship not only deepened my understanding of environmental sustainability but also sparked a passion for recycling and waste management that aligns with my career aspirations.
    Divert NS staff picking up litter on the side of the road

    Transforming Communities: The Power of Litter Clean-Ups

    Cleaning up litter not only improves the aesthetics of our beautiful province, but it also plays a vital role in protecting the health of our environment and wildlife.
    A man working in the seafood industry

    Funding Innovations: Sustainable Transformation of Seafood Waste in Nova Scotia

    Waste disposal is an increasing challenge for the seafood industry in Nova Scotia. The leftovers from seafood processing, such as shells from lobsters and crab, are costly to dispose of and have slow biodegradation rates within compost facilities. 
    Mobius Award Winner Ally Chant receiving her award from 2023

    2024 Mobius Award Nominations Now Open

    Nominations are now open for the 2024 Divert NS Mobius Awards. For more than two decades, Divert NS has been celebrating and recognizing the achievements of innovative Nova Scotians who are leaders in waste reduction.

     
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    Nova Scotia's Fishing Gear Problem

    Fishing gear serves a crucial role in capturing various marine species. However, alongside its utility comes a significant problem wherein lost or discarded fishing gear can entangle and harm marine life.
    The Shape of the Future

    2023-2024 Annual Report

    Divert NS is pleased to announce the release of our 2023-2024 Annual Report. Our theme this year, “The Shape of the Future is Circular,” is a powerful reminder that Divert NS is living and championing the values of the circular economy within Nova Scotia.

    Turning Waste into Opportunity: Divert NS’ provides grants to DirectioNS Council

    Divert NS is thrilled to be continuing its partnership with DirectioNS, funding $50,000 to assist projects in Nova Scotia's waste diversion landscape including repurposing materials intended for landfills, supporting thrift stores, funding equipment, and much more!
     
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    2024 Champion of the Environment Scholarship Winners

    Congratulations to eight 2024 Divert NS Champion of the Environment Scholarship winners. Learn more about these environmental champions, and read their award-winning essays below.