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  • Eco-Train partners with PLAEX Building Systems

    Eco-train is thrilled to announce a partnership with PLAEX Building Systems to provide the most sustainable end-of-use solution for old phone and tablet cases.  I... Read More

  • Canada Wide “Emission Free” Tour 2021

    Eco-train is excited to announce the first leg of Canada wide "Emission Free" Tour is now complete.  Bob visited with cell phone dealers all across... Read More

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  • The Circular Economy

    The linear way our economies use and dispose of resources is increasingly putting pressure on our natural systems, communities, and public health. Transitioning to a... Read More

  • NEW Clear compostable cases from Pela!

    Pela is a Canadian company headquartered in Kelowna BC that creates sustainable, plant-based alternatives to conventional plastic products. They created the world's first ever fully... Read More

Phone Case Recovery

September 18, 2021September 18, 2021
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Eco-Train partners with PLAEX Building Systems

Eco-train is thrilled to announce a partnership with PLAEX Building Systems to provide the most sustainable end-of-use solution for old phone and tablet cases.  I recently met with PLAEX's CEO and Founder, Dustin Bowers to see if phone and tablet cases could be used as a feed stock material for their proprietary composite building materials.... Read More
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July 11, 2021September 9, 2021
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Canada Wide “Emission Free” Tour 2021

Eco-train is excited to announce the first leg of Canada wide "Emission Free" Tour is now complete.  Bob visited with cell phone dealers all across Canada to talk about SHARED PRODUCER RESPONSIBILITY and how the... Read More
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May 17, 2021June 14, 2021
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World Oceans Day – Social Media Campaign 2021

One Ocean, One Climate, One Future - Together On World Ocean Day, people everywhere can celebrate and take action for our shared ocean, which connects us all. Get together with your family, community, and /or... Read More
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March 17, 2021March 21, 2021
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First-ever national Phone Case Recycling Program

Just in time for Global Recycling Day, Canada’s Eco-Train unites phone case industry (brands, distributors, and retailers alike) in a call-to-action for shoppers to recycle old cellphone cases Eco-Train continues its mission to support earth-friendly... Read More
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March 30, 2021April 21, 2021
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VITA Daily Interview with Bob Cain

Did you know that more than 31 million Canadians own a smartphone? We all rely on phone cases to protect our most indispensable device, but these phone cases contribute to our world’s plastic pollution, ending up in landfills coast-to-coast at an unthinkable rate. We chatted with Bob Cain of Eco-Train: an innovative Canadian start-up in Burnaby,... Read More
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March 26, 2021April 21, 2021
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This Burnaby company offers new way to recycle your old phone cases

You may think when you drop your phone case in the blue bin that it will be recycled - it will not Story featured in Burnaby Now  Mar 26, 2021 6:24 AM By: Cameron Thomson Eco-Train Inc. has... Read More
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March 21, 2021April 21, 2021
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Eco-Train named #RecyclingHero for Global Recycling Day!

To mark Global Recycling Day, the Global Recycling Foundation announced the ten #RecyclingHeroes who have each won a $500 prize thanks to their dedication and innovation in local recycling. The winners were selected from nominations... Read More
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February 28, 2021March 21, 2021
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The Circular Economy

The linear way our economies use and dispose of resources is increasingly putting pressure on our natural systems, communities, and public health. Transitioning to a clean economy starts with finding smart new approaches and technologies... Read More
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July 2, 2021September 18, 2021
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FACTS about Diatoms

  By Mary England  Sept. 2, 2021   Most individuals would assume almost all of the oxygen we breath comes from trees, and while trees are nothing short of paramount for our existence, diatoms play an unbelievably crucial role in our survival. These single-celled organisms are responsible for 50% of breathable air for all beings.... Read More
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May 20, 2021May 19, 2021
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Why Bees Are So Important

   By Mary England   May 20, 2021. Most people think of bees as the small, yellow and black insect that makes the sweet, delectable honey that we put in our tea. But in reality, bees... Read More
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August 29, 2020September 3, 2020
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Product Spotlight

There is no reason why we shouldn’t already be using these because I think we can all agree that the plastic produce bags in the grocery store isle are nothing short of cringe worthy. You... Read More
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August 22, 2020August 24, 2020
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Product Spotlight

If you aren’t familiar with the Dr. Bronners family of products you must stop what you’re doing right now and start your research because this company is knocking it out of the park. With their... Read More
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  • Eco-Train partners with PLAEX Building Systems
  • Canada Wide “Emission Free” Tour 2021
  • FACTS about Diatoms
  • Why Bees Are So Important
  • World Oceans Day – Social Media Campaign 2021
We are thrilled to announce a partnership with PLAEX Building Systems to provide the most sustainable end-of-use solution for old, unwanted, phone and tablet cases. The northeast shores of Lake Superior are truly spectacular! Now making my way from Ottawa, ON back to Vancouver, BC. The Cross Canada "Emission Free" Tour has taken me just over 10,000 km over the last two months while promoting the Phone Case Recovery program to the Canadian Wireless Industry. Select Wireless TELUS and Koodo locations are now participating in the 2021 Phone Case Recovery. If you near in Perth, Pembroke or Smith Falls Ontario, please be sure to bring your old phone and tablet cases to a Select Wireless location near you. In Canada, wetlands cover an area of more than 1.2 million square kilometers (14% of Canada’s land areas) this is roughly 25% of the world’s wetlands. This makes Canada the largest wetland area in the world. All 65 Mobile Snap locations are now participating in the 2021 Phone Case Recovery! Mobile Snap accessory kiosks can be found in many shopping centers, all across Canada. Most people assume almost all of the oxygen we breath comes from trees, and while trees are nothing short of paramount for our existence, diatoms play an unbelievably crucial role in our survival. These single-celled organisms are responsible for 50% of breathable air for all beings. They remove and convert carbon dioxide from the air into oxygen and carbon in the form of sugar. Moreover, using photosynthesis, diatoms produce sugar from the suns energy. Great to see you Pam McLean! Was great to spend time with Kyle Wiseman from SPECK last week. Thank you SPECK for being a SILVER Sponsor of the 2021 Phone Case Recovery. "Solar power & wind power, the way forward is to collaborate with nature. It’s the only way we are going to get to the other end of the 21st century." -Björk There are many small changes you can make at home that can help you on your journey to sustainable living. Our newest blog post from Eco-Trainer Jess, discusses how we can reduce our water consumption in the bathroom and how you can make an impact by slightly altering your behaviours—Check it out at eco-train.com Day 9 - Grand Falls, NB - Halifax, NS

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