The purpose of the Waste Reduction and Recovery Advisory Committee is to advise the Minister of Environment and Natural Resources on the establishment and operation of programs to ensure improved reduction and recovery of waste.

Waste Reduction and Recovery Act (NWT)

The Advisory Committee is composed of not less than six and not more than twelve members, including the Chairperson.

There are no alternate members. 

The legislation does not provide for the appointment of alternates.

Members are appointed by the Minister of Environment and Natural Resources under section 2(2) of the Waste Reduction and Recovery Act.

The Committee meets in person once a year and holds meetings and/or teleconference on an as-required basis.

Any member may request a meeting to discuss matters of mutual interest.

The Department will cover all reasonable costs of travel, accommodations, meals and other remuneration as per Government of the Northwest Territories guidelines.

Membership will consider the demographics of the Northwest Territories and reflect the following sectors and organizations from a cross-section of small and large communities: 

a) retailers;

b) distributors/manufacturers;

c) environmental organizations;

d) community governments and associated organizations;

e) public at large;

f)  Environment and Natural Resources;

g) Municipal and Community Affairs;

h) Waste haulers, Processors and Recyclers.

Consideration of membership will be given to maintain continuity of expertise and experience.