Across the province, dozens of Manitobans have been getting 'caught' reducing waste, as part of the Waste Reduction Week 'Caught in the Act' contest.

Over 300 people have been cited for waste reduction so far, according to co-ordinator Stephanie Fulford of Resource Conservation Manitoba (RCM). "We hope to catch at least another 100 people over the weekend," says Fulford.

The contest sends 'EnviroSpies' out into the public on the look-out for people recycling, taking the bus, re-using containers, and committing other acts of waste reduction. From Winnipeg through to Churchill, RCM spies have been awarding prizes including gift certificates, re-usable mugs, and compact fluorescent light bulbs donated by Manitoba Hydro.

"It's been a really fun contest," says Fulford. "People are always told what they are doing wrong in regards to the environment, but rarely are they told -- let alone rewarded -- for doing something right."

For an extra chance to win, people can also turn themselves in on the RCM web site (www.resourceconservation.mb.ca).

RCM is co-ordinating Waste Reduction Week with support from Manitoba Conservation, the Manitoba Product Stewardship Corporation, Manitoba Hydro, and the City of Winnipeg.

Waste Reduction Week runs until October 24th.


MORE INFORMATION:
Resource Conservation Manitoba
Phone: 204-925-3775
E-mail: wrw@resourceconservation.mb.ca
Website: www.resourceconservation.mb.ca/wrw/