Organics & Food Waste Recycling for Businesses
A practical, compliant food waste recycling program for restaurants, grocery, manufacturing, and multi-site businesses, built to reduce landfill costs, contamination, odours, and methane impact.
Organics & food waste recycling involves separating food scraps from general waste so they can be processed through right recovery methods like composting.Waste Solutions provides a fully managed program, including containers, pickups, education, and reporting, while helping businesses reduce contamination, choose the right equipment, and set pickup schedules. The result is a cleaner operation, improved diversion, and clear reporting and cost control.
Lower landfill costs
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Divert heavy and wet organics from garbage to reduce disposal fees and overflow pickups.
Cleaner Operations
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Reduce odours and pests with the right container setup and service frequency.
Right-size containers and equipment
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Programs aligned with municipal and provincial organics bins and food waste processors diversion requirements.
ESG-ready metrics
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Diversion and greenhouse gas impact reporting you can use in sustainability updates.
Services we offer
Food waste diversion is part operations, part compliance, and part employee behaviour. We help you build a program your team can actually run day-to-day and then keep it optimized.
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Collection & recycling
Container selection, placement guidance, and scheduled pickups built around your operation.
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Program set-up, education & engagement
Bin placement, signage, and staff onboarding to keep contamination low and participation high.
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Carbon & diversion impact reporting
Track diversion performance and environmental impact to support internal goals and external reporting.
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Financial impact reporting
Clear visibility into program cost, savings opportunities, and where improvements will pay off. Centralized reporting for performance, trends, and stakeholder updates.
Materials we handle
What counts as “accepted organics” varies by region and processor. These are common streams we design programs around; we confirm acceptance for each site.
Compostable packaging
Certified compostable serviceware and liners, accepted where local facilities allow.
Milk & Dairy
Expired dairy and packaged dairy waste; depackaging options can be recommended where needed.
Fruit & Vegetables
Prep waste, peels, trimmings, spoilage, and unsold produce.
Liquid food waste
Soups, sauces, beverages, and slurries handled through approved liquid-organics solutions.
Meat & Seafood
Animal-based organics handled per local rules and processor requirements.
Wheat & Grains
Bread, dough, pasta, rice, and other grain-based food waste.
Equipment types
Equipment selection drives labour, cleanliness, and hauling cost. We recommend what fits your volume, space, and compliance requirements, starting simple and scaling up.
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Compost bins & totes
35 or 64 gallon totes and carts for food waste and organics separation and scheduled pickup. Best for most sites starting a compost bin program.
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Macerators / dewaterers
Grind and remove water to reduce weight, odours, and volume by up to 80%. Macerate food and remove excess water, all in one unit. Best for high-volume kitchens with heavy, wet organics.
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Composters
On-site systems using micro-organisms composting equipment that convert food waste into rich compost to be used in gardens or other green spaces, creating a closed loop. Best when you have space and a clear plan for managing the output.
Choosing the right organics setup
Most programs succeed when the setup matches how your site actually runs. Use this as a quick decision guide.
Choose a larger compost bin setup when volume is high and storage space allows.
Consider food waste processing equipment when odours, storage limits, or pickup frequency are pain points.
Run a food waste audit if you’re unsure what’s in the stream or where contamination is coming from.
Waste solutions that work smarter
Most businesses generate more than one waste stream. We can bundle services into one coordinated program through technology-enabled solutions, one point of contact, standardized service levels, and reporting that’s easy to share internally.
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Smart organics recycling solutions that divert material from landfill, reduce disposal costs, and strengthen your sustainability performance.
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Customized waste and recycling programs designed around your operations, using real data to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
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Safe, compliant biomedical waste programs designed to protect your people, your facility, and the environment.
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Comprehensive hazardous waste programs that ensure safe, compliant, and responsible disposal.
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A sustainable collection program that provides proper containment, predictable pickup, and detailed tracking to maximize commodity revenues and strengthen your compliance.
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Scheduled service, emergency support, and digital record keeping that prevents backups, ensures compliance, and keeps your kitchen running without disruption.
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A full range of containers, compactors, balers, and waste handling systems designed to reduce waste volume, improve efficiency, and keep operations running smoothly.
Industries leading the way in smarter waste management
Different industries generate different waste streams and the best programs are built around operations, compliance, and reporting needs. We partner with high-performing sectors to deliver cleaner, more efficient, and more cost-effective waste solutions powered by data and insight.
Restaurant and Hospitality
From fast food to fine dining, we help restaurants, hotels, and entertainment venues streamline waste operations and strengthen sustainability performance.
Senior Living & Healthcare
We support long-term care and retirement facilities with safe, compliant waste programs that protect residents, staff, and the environment.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Our industrial and food manufacturing partners rely on us for smarter, safer waste solutions that improve efficiency, control hauling costs and compliance risk.
Property Management & Multi-Tenant Buildings
From retail centres to residential complexes, we help property managers streamline waste operations and strengthen sustainability performance across their portfolios.
Insights That Deliver
From client case studies to industry perspectives, this collection highlights how smarter waste strategies lead to better results.
Sustainable Waste Management
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Retail | National Business
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Sustainable Waste Management
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Let’s talk about your waste program
Share a few details about your site and current waste services, and a member of the Waste Solutions team will follow up with tailored recommendations. No pressure or obligation to sign up. Just a clearer view of how your program can perform better.
When you contact us, you get:
- A response within 24 hours
- A thorough assessment of service gaps and cost-saving opportunities in your your waste and recycling program
- Insight into products, services, and strategies that fit your needs.
- Guidance on next steps, from single-location to multi-site programs
Frequently asked questions
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What types of food waste can Waste Solutions handle or recycle?
We manage pre-consumer, post-consumer, and many packaged organics. Recycling and equipment options vary by region, and we’ll recommend the most effective solution for your site.
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Does Waste Solutions stay up to date with food waste regulations and compliance?
Yes. Our team specializes in regional and national regulations related to food and organics recycling. We ensure your program meets all compliance requirements and aligns with evolving waste diversion standards.
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What’s the difference between a composter and a food waste processor?
A composter is designed to turn organics into compost through a controlled process. Food waste processors can reduce volume or change the waste form to simplify handling—what’s best depends on your volume, space, odour constraints, and program goals.
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How do you reduce contamination in organics programs?
We focus on operational fixes: bin placement, signage and stream simplicity, staff workflow alignment, and targeted follow-ups when issues occur. The goal is to make the right action the easiest action.
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Can you handle high-volume or bulk food waste?
Absolutely. We work with many clients generating large volumes of food waste, offering customized recycling programs and logistics designed to manage bulk loads efficiently and cost-effectively while diverting waste from landfill.
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What are the benefits of separating food waste from regular garbage?
Separating organics reduces landfill volume and disposal costs, lowers greenhouse gas emission in recycling streams, and supports sustainability and ESG reporting.
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How do I start a food waste recycling program with Waste Solutions?
We begin by assessing your current waste streams and site operations. From there, we design a tailored program, including bins, pickups, and reporting – to maximize diversion and minimize cost and contamination. Contact us for more information.
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20+
years in business
50M+
in savings
98%
client retention rate
5000+
sites managed