This program supports Nova Scotia municipalities and waste-resource management regions in improving the efficiency of diversion programs and facilities within the solid waste system. Funding is provided to research, develop, and implement projects that reduce or maintain waste management costs while enhancing service effectiveness.
Program Objectives:
Improve efficiency of municipal diversion programs and facilities
Support research, development, and implementation of efficiency-focused projects
Encourage regional collaboration and shared service models
Reduce or maintain waste management costs
Strengthen the overall effectiveness of Nova Scotia’s waste-resource management system
Program Requirements:
Applicants must be Nova Scotia municipalities or waste-resource management regions
Projects must focus on improving efficiency in diversion systems or services
Applications must demonstrate alignment with waste reduction and diversion goals
Eligible costs must be incremental, essential, and fair market value
Projects must not duplicate funding from other Divert NS programs
Eligibility Requirements
Eligible expenses:
Operational costs to implement a new program
Project-essential meetings and travel
Project-specific communication and educational outreach
Essential equipment approved by the Committee
Third-party consulting fees
In-kind contributions deemed essential and fair market value
Ineligible activities and expenses:
Land purchases
Depreciation costs
General-purpose vehicles
Any costs not deemed essential by the Committee
Projects already funded through other Divert NS programs or contracts
