About Our Project
Our project ended November 1, 2024. We are fundraising to scale up and create a permanent composting program for the Hazeltons. An update on our efforts will be available by January 31, 2025.
If you would like to be part of our vision through financial or in-kind support, please contact our Executive Director, Laurie Gallant using our email address, Facebook messenger or by phone.
You can read all about our experience and the results in our final report by clicking on the button below.
Our pilot project has four main elements:
- The Community Composting Hub which is the physical location where we receive and process materials for composting, as well as host learning events. We are located on Churchill Drive (aka N. Railway Ave or 12th ave) towards the mountain (Stegyoden) past the train tracks. There is a sign visible from the highway. Click here for a map.
- Community engagement that includes:
- a weekly collection service for businesses and organizations
- a weekly drop-off day for existing and new members of MASH
- coaching for anyone wanting a little extra help creating and implementing solutions
- workshops for building backyard composting bins, best practices for composting including animal-friendly and cold weather tips, and how to use finished compost to grow food.
- Data collection to help us evaluate the effectiveness of our project and identify how we can get better results.
- Business case for a long-term permanent solution for composting including facility design, collection service, cost recovery, and supporting policies and education to maximize our capture rate and minimize contamination.
Follow MASH on Facebook for updates on the Community Composting Hub.
Our project is located on the traditional and unceded Gitxsan territory in beautiful, downtown New Hazelton.
