The LCBO is doing away with single-use paper bags.
Over the next few months, customers will switch to using their own bags, purchasing a reusable bag at the store, or using a reused cardboard box or free eight-pack carrier.
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"This initiative will remove almost 135 million paper bags annually from LCBO retail stores and convenience outlets; diverting 2,665 tonnes of waste from landfill and saving the equivalent of more than 188,000 trees every year," said the LCBO in a release.
"Customers are encouraged to bring their own reusable bag when shopping in-store. Alternatively, they will have the option to purchase a reusable bag or request a reused cardboard box or an eight-pack carrier at no cost. For a limited time, LCBO will be also offering a reusable cooler bag for sale starting May 24."
