en News updates http://greenmytires.ca/news.php Wed, 02 May 2012 11:03:05 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=91 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=91 OTS Awarded Canadian Public Relations Society Award for Community Relations Campaign of 2011 in recognition of its support the OARA Tire Take Back Event Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=88 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=88 Heffco Mulch Featured in Homes & Cottages’ Spotlight on Green Products. Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=89 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=89 OTS Sustainability Case Study Series: Earth Rangers/National Rubber Technologies Corp. Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=90 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=90 Challenge Yourself! The Autogreen Challenge Ends May 25. Don't miss out on some great prizes Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=87 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=87 OARA Tire Take Back Days: Make a Child's Dream Come True Third annual OARA Tire Take Back (May 28 -June 2) to raise money for the Sunshine Foundation of Canada. Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=84 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=84 SofSURFACES/ OTS Partner to Transform 3 Playgrounds in new TV show- GIVER, debuting April 17 Fri, 13 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=85 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=85 Ontario retailers lacking in green products, consumers say Ontario Tire Stewardship’s latest survey reveals high demand for sustainable products, but small selection TORONTO, ON (April 13, 2012) Fri, 13 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=86 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=86 OTS helps Consumers take the Greener Route at the Green Living Show (April 13-15) This “eco show” is for everyone who is curious and committed to lightening his or her environmental footprint. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=73 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=73 OTS Black 2 Green Q1 2012 Newsletter just released! Mon, 09 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=82 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=82 Envirotile, an Ontario manufactured product that is made from recycled tires, is featured in the April issue of Canadian Gardening. Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=83 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=83 OTS, Enviroshake, Fabricushion & Emterra featured in March 30th Globe ROB article called "Recycling: Feels good, makes money, too" Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=81 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=81 Ontario’s Tire Recycling Industry was showcased on Discovery Channel's Daily Planet. Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=80 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=80 OTS Shows How to Create More Livable Communities at Parks & Rec. Ontario Forum: March 27-30 Booth #100/201. Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=79 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=79 OTS Features Recycled Rubber Products at Canada Blooms/National Home Show: March 16-25 Booth #2919 in the Home Renovation Area Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=78 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=78 OTS featured in Premiere Issue of Green Building & Sustainable Strategies Magazine Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=77 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=77 CityNews Gardening Specialist Frank Ferragine has all the tips and tricks to make your garden a blooming success. Watch the OTS Design Challenge segment here. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=66 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=66 The OTS Student Design Challenge offers students the chance to dream up creative uses for recycled tire products to meet real world design challenges. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=76 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=76 Create Curb Appeal - Turn an Ordinary Home into a Showstopper. Enviroshake took one house from good to great! Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=75 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=75 OTS Showcased Recycled Rubber Products at the Landscape Ontario Congress. Congrats to attendee Ken S. who won $500 worth of recycled rubber products! Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=74 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=74 Check out our Winter Tire Maintenance Tips. We can help you cruise through Winter. Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=72 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=72 Toronto, ON November 17, 2011: Ontario Tire Stewardship (OTS) today announced its sponsorship of the Earth Rangers Centre for Sustainable Technology. See our NEW Video about the high performance materials made from Recycled Rubber. Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=70 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=70 TLC Team Visits Oakville Go Station. The TLC team will be educating commuters on proper recycling and tire maintenance tips for winter driving. Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=71 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=71 TLC Team Visits Oshawa Go Station (October 20). The TLC team will be educating commuters on proper recycling and tire maintenance tips for winter driving. Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=69 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=69 Projects as varied as playgrounds, community sidewalks and roofing retrofits in communities across Ontario will benefit from both the grant and the installation of high performance, recycled rubber products made from Ontario tires. Fri, 14 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=68 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=68 OTS-registered recycled product manufacturer, National Rubber Technologies (NRT) has been selected as one of 10 Innovative Toronto Companies in the Green Build sector to be featured in the Fall issue of Toronto Focus magazine. Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=67 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=67 Ontario Tire Stewardship Rolls Out Tire Derived Products at Greenbuild Expo (Oct 4-6). Greenbuild, the world’s largest green building expo, provides an excellent showcase opportunity for these products. Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=55 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=55 TLC Team Visits Oshawa Autofest (August 27 & 28). Large Car show event. Sat, 27 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=56 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=56 TLC Team Visits Winona Peach Festival (August 27 & 28). Over 125,000 visit this yummy weekend family festival. Sat, 27 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=59 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=59 Join the TLC Team on September 10 to celebrate the “Customer Appreciation Day” at Enns Battery & Tire with lunch BBQ and prizes. 2207 Four Mile Creek Rd, Niagara On The Lake, ON Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=60 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=60 TLC Team Visits Taste of the Kingsway (September 10 & 11). Hosted by Kingsway BIA - featuring international cuisines, entertainers, a fresh food market and celebrity chefs. Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=61 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=61 TLC Team Visits MIssissauga Farmers Market (September 16). This is one of the GTA's most popular farmer's markets. Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=62 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=62 TLC Team Visits Hamilton Recycling Day (September 17). Hamilton recycling day / eco fair. The TLC team will be educating residents and talking with experts on proper recycling and tire maintenance. Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=63 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=63 TLC Team Visits Meadowvale Auto Tire Discounter (September 20). Join the TLC Team at this evening car show event hosted at Meadowvale Auto Repair – prizes to be won onsite.1705 Argentia Rd, Mississauga, ON Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=64 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=64 CAA and OTS have teamed up to drive responsible recycling. Join CAA and OTS for a new eco-friendly initiative: 2011 RecycleDrive from September 26 - October 1. Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=65 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=65 A new video portraying the life cycle of a tire was launched to demonstrate what happens to tires once they reach the end of their serviceable life. Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=57 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=57 TLC Team Visits Sudbury Ribfest (September 3 & 4). Thu, 25 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=53 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=53 TLC Team Visits Wasaga Beach Cruise Festival (August 20 & 21). A great beachside festival with classic cars and corvettes. Sat, 20 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=54 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=54 TLC Team Visits the Leamington Tomato Festival (August 20 & 21). Large family festival with car show, vendors and tomato competitions. Sat, 20 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=52 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=52 TLC Team Visits the Toronto Zoo (August 18). Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=49 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=49 TLC Team Visits The Fair @ CLE- Thunder Bay (August 13 & 14). This BIG family festival festures rides, shows and over 100,000 visitors. Sat, 13 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=50 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=50 TLC Team Visits Windsor Ribfest (August 13 & 14). A family fest with rib vendors, 50 bands and vendors. Sat, 13 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=51 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=51 TLC Team Visits WAMBO - Wallaceburg (August 13 & 14). A favouite car show and festival attended by families in SW Ontario. Sat, 13 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=47 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=47 TLC Team Visits Windsor Farmer's Market (August 12). Local Farmers market wiht over 25 vendors. Fri, 12 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=48 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=48 TLC Team Visits StoryBook Gardens (August 12). A family destination with rides, shows, and interactive displays. Fri, 12 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=46 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=46 TLC Team Visits Thunder Bay Farmer's Market (August 11). This local farmer's market offers over 50 vendor stalls to browse through. Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=58 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=58 Toronto, ON August 9, 2011: Ontario Tire Stewardship (OTS) today celebrated the recycling of the 25 millionth scrap tire in the province of Ontario since the program’s inception. Tue, 09 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=44 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=44 TLC Team Visits Orillia Waterfront Festival (August 6 & 7) This Beachfront festival with boat show boasts over 20,000 visitors. Sat, 06 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=45 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=45 TLC Team Visits Sauble Beach Sandfest (August 6 & 7). Over 25,000 attend this beach festival with games, car show, and sand castle competitions. Sat, 06 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=43 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=43 TLC Team Visits London Ribfest (July 29/30). One of the largest Ribfests with 200,000 attend annually. Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=41 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=41 TLC Team Visits ABC Gathering - Kincardine (July 30). This event had 6000 people attend in 2009 and they are expecting more this year. ABC Gathering caters to airplane, bike, and car enthusiasts. Sat, 30 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=40 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=40 TLC Team Visits Paisley Beef Fest (July 29). Located 30 minutes south of Port Elgin, this family event located in the Lake Huron area features a slow-pitch tournament, a steak eating contest, children’s activities and a dance. Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=42 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=42 TLC Team Visits Kenora Harbourfest (July 29/30). Family event featuring a craft market, kid zone, classic car show, and live entertainment. Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=37 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=37 TLC Team Visits Wawapalooza - Wawa, Ontario (July 23). Wawa’s largest festival featuring a local market, street festival and live entertainment. Sat, 23 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=38 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=38 TLC Team Visits Kapuskasing Lumberjack Festival (July 23/24). (Our most north-eastern stop) This festival features a car & truck show, inflatables, helicopter rides and various lumberjack competitions. Sat, 23 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=39 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=39 TLC Team Visits Fergus Truck Show (July 23/24). The Fergus Truck Show showcases a show & shine, truck & tractor pulls, live entertainment and family fun. Sat, 23 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=35 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=35 TLC Team Visits Johnson Township Farmers’ Market and Green Expo (July 22). (Located in Desbarats – between Sudbury & Wawa). Fri, 22 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=36 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=36 TLC Visits African Lion Safari (July 22). This park features a safari adventure, splash park, petting zoo, animal shows etc. Fri, 22 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=33 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=33 TLC Team Visits Ontario Place (July 17). The TLC Team will be positioned in busy parking lot, greeting families as they enter. Sun, 17 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=31 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=31 TLC Team Visits Live Green Festival, Toronto (July 16). This busy eco event is on Yonge street covering Dundas to Queen. (Yonge & Dundas Square) Sat, 16 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=32 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=32 TLC Team Visits Kingston Buskerfest (July 16 & 17). A great family event with buskers from around the world, craft vendors and children’s events. Sat, 16 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=28 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=28 TLC Tour Visits Midland Farmer's Market (July 10). This market has over 50 vendors and the OTS TLC Team will be showcased as their featured guest vendor. Sun, 10 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=29 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=29 TLC Team Visits Merrickville Car Show (July 10). Over 1100 classic cars will be displayed along with vendors and entertainment throughout the day. Sun, 10 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=26 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=26 TLC Tour Visits Gravenhurst Boat Show (July 9). A great event with large number of antique car and boat enthusiasts in attendance. Sat, 09 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=27 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=27 TLC Tour Visits Perth Farmers' Market (July 9). Located Southwest of Ottawa. Great opportunity to connect with other local drivers and learn tire tips. Sat, 09 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=30 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=30 TLC Team Visits the Chatham Ribfest (July 9-10). This busy Chatham festival between London and Windsor features live entertainment and vendors. Sat, 09 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=34 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=34 Collection Events Across Ontario Divert Tires into New Products and Raises $123,725 for the Sunshine Foundation Children’s Charity Wed, 06 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=24 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=24 TLC Team at Brockville Riverfest Sat, 02 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=25 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=25 TLC Team Visits Goderich Farmers' Market (July 2).This Farmers' Market in Goderich has over 30 vendors, making it a large attraction in the area. Sat, 02 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=23 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=23 TLC Team celebrates Canada Day in Ottawa, North Bay and Grand Bend Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=20 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=20 TLC Team at Poultryfest, Smithville/Niagara Sat, 25 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=22 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=22 TLC Team at Wheels on the Mississippi Motorcycle & Car Show - Carleton Place (June 25-26) Sat, 25 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=19 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=19 TLC Team at St. Catharines Farmer’s Market Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=21 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=21 TLC Team at Dryden Truck Show (June 24-25) Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=17 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=17 On May 30, 2011 Ontario Tire Stewardship (OTS) launched the Community Grant Program. Information about the Community Grant Program, including the application process, may be accessed at www.ontarioTS.ca. Mon, 30 May 2011 00:00:00 CDT http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=18 http://greenmytires.ca/news.php?id=18 The OARA Tire Take Back event (May 27 -28, 2011) is a 2-day tire recycling blitz, hosted by OARA and its members. The event’s goal is to, not only recycle thousands of tires across the province, but raise $100,000 for the Sunshine Foundation of Canada. Sat, 30 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CDT