Vaughan wins GOLD at the Municipal Waste Association Awards!
The City’s Blue Box Transition social media campaign was developed to keep residents informed about the Province of Ontario’s blue box program, which shifted responsibility for recycling collection from municipalities to a non-profit organization appointed by the Province.
Designed to provide residents with updates on the new program as City staff received them, this campaign is a testament to the co-operation, care and dedication that goes into constantly advocating for and informing residents of Vaughan about waste collection.
To learn more about the City’s waste services, visit vaughan.ca/waste.
QUOTES
“Congratulations to the City’s Environmental Services department, in collaboration with the Communications, Marketing and Engagement department, on receiving a gold Municipal Waste Association Award for its engaging social media campaign to inform residents about the Province’s Blue Box Transition. These awards celebrate excellence in municipal promotional and educational materials that use creativity and ingenuity to encourage participation in waste diversion programs. I would like to extend my thanks to all staff involved – this gold award is a testament to your efforts and ongoing commitment to excellence in service and communication.”
- Mayor Steven Del Duca
“This gold award is a tremendous honour and a testament to the outstanding collaboration between the Environmental Services and Communications, Marketing and Engagement departments. Together, they have shown exceptional creativity, professionalism and commitment – working seamlessly to deliver clear, engaging and impactful information to our residents. Their ability to innovate and adapt ensures our community stays informed and confident during times of change. Congratulations to our staff on this well-deserved recognition – this is another big win!”
- Zoran Postic, City Manager
“I am thrilled that the City of Vaughan is once again being recognized by the Municipal Waste Association, but for a new project this year. Through our Blue Box Transition social media campaign, we delivered clear, accessible and timely information across the City’s social media platforms, helping residents understand the vital information about the Province’s new recycling program. Thank you to our partners in the Communications, Marketing and Engagement department for their collaboration on this campaign, and congratulations to the amazing team in the Environmental Services department on this well-deserved award.”
- Emilie Alderman, Deputy City Manager of Public Works
QUICK FACTS
- The City’s 2025 Blue Box Transition social media campaign won gold in the Municipal Waste Association’s 2026 Promotion and Education Awards in the Social Media and Online Strategy category.
- Awards were given to municipalities that launched a creative and innovative campaign, tool, strategy, event or program that engaged residents in waste diversion.
- Previously, the City’s 2024 Waste Collection Schedule won Silver in the Municipal Waste Association’s 2024 Promotion and Education Awards in the Print Tool category and the 2025 Waste Collection Schedule won Bronze in the Municipal Waste Association’s 2025 Promotion and Education Awards in the Print Tool category.
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