Addressing Recycling in Public Spaces - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher
- Outcome
- Carried, 22-4
- 22 yes · 4 no · 26 March 2026
Motions and results
Waive Referral 26 March 2026
Carried, 22-4Two-Thirds required - MM39.45 - Waive the referral
Adopt Item 26 March 2026
Carried, 22-4Majority required - MM39.45 - Adoption of Recommendations 1 and 2 only
Data table· 2 rows
| Date | Motion | Result | Yes | No | Absent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 March 2026 | Waive Referral Two-Thirds required - MM39.45 - Waive the referral | Carried, 22-4 | 22 | 4 | 0 |
| 26 March 2026 | Adopt Item Majority required - MM39.45 - Adoption of Recommendations 1 and 2 only | Carried, 22-4 | 22 | 4 | 0 |
Source: Members of Council voting record.
How members voted, and who was contacted
Voted Yes
0 of 22 had their office contacted
Voted No
0 of 4 had their office contacted
Contacted share by vote: 0 of 22 (0%) of Yes votes, 0 of 4 (0%) of No votes. 90-day window. Ward councillors and committee members are flagged below because they are contacted on local and committee matters by default.
- Yes No Absent
- ● Member contacted
- ◐ Staff contacted
- ○ Not contacted
- W Ward councillor
- C Committee member
- B Voted differently from bloc
- $ Funded by a linked contributor of an organisation lobbying on this item
- Olivia ChowMayorYes○ Not contacted
- John ToryMayorNo vote recorded○ Not contacted
- Vincent CrisantiWard 1Yes○ Not contacted
- Stephen HolydayWard 2No○ Not contacted
- Amber MorleyWard 3Yes○ Not contacted
- Gord PerksWard 4Yes○ Not contacted
- Frances NunziataWard 5Yes○ Not contacted
- James PasternakWard 6Yes○ Not contacted
- Anthony PerruzzaWard 7Yes○ Not contacted
- Mike ColleWard 8Yes○ Not contacted
- Alejandra BravoWard 9Yes○ Not contacted
- Ausma MalikWard 10Yes○ Not contacted
- Dianne SaxeWard 11Yes○ Not contacted
- Josh MatlowWard 12Yes○ Not contacted
- Chris MoiseWard 13Yes○ Not contacted
- Paula FletcherWard 14Yes○ Not contacted
- Rachel Chernos LinWard 15No○ Not contactedB Voted differently from bloc
- Jaye RobinsonWard 15No vote recorded○ Not contacted
- Jon BurnsideWard 16Yes○ Not contacted
- Shelley CarrollWard 17Yes○ Not contacted
- Lily ChengWard 18Yes○ Not contacted
- Brad BradfordWard 19Yes○ Not contacted
- Gary CrawfordWard 20No vote recorded○ Not contacted
- Parthi KandavelWard 20No○ Not contactedB Voted differently from bloc
- Michael ThompsonWard 21Yes○ Not contacted
- Nick MantasWard 22Yes○ Not contacted
- Jamaal MyersWard 23Yes○ Not contacted
- Paul AinslieWard 24No○ Not contactedB Voted differently from bloc
- Jennifer McKelvieWard 25No vote recorded○ Not contacted
- Neethan ShanWard 25Yes○ Not contacted
Data table· 30 rows
| Name | Ward | Vote | Contact | Contacts | Meetings | Emails | Calls | Last contact | Days before vote | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olivia Chow | Mayor | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| John Tory | Mayor | No vote recorded | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Vincent Crisanti | 1 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Stephen Holyday | 2 | No | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Amber Morley | 3 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Gord Perks | 4 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Frances Nunziata | 5 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| James Pasternak | 6 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Anthony Perruzza | 7 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Mike Colle | 8 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Alejandra Bravo | 9 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Ausma Malik | 10 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Dianne Saxe | 11 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Josh Matlow | 12 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Chris Moise | 13 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Paula Fletcher | 14 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Rachel Chernos Lin | 15 | No | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | Voted differently from bloc |
| Jaye Robinson | 15 | No vote recorded | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Jon Burnside | 16 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Shelley Carroll | 17 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Lily Cheng | 18 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Brad Bradford | 19 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Gary Crawford | 20 | No vote recorded | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Parthi Kandavel | 20 | No | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | Voted differently from bloc |
| Michael Thompson | 21 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Nick Mantas | 22 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Jamaal Myers | 23 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Paul Ainslie | 24 | No | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | Voted differently from bloc |
| Jennifer McKelvie | 25 | No vote recorded | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| Neethan Shan | 25 | Yes | Not contacted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
Contact status uses the 90-day window. Vote shown is the vote on the deciding motion.
Lobbyists choose whom to contact (persuadable members, ward councillors, committee members), so a difference does not show a change of mind.
Linked lobbying registrations
This link is inferred by lobbyTO; the registry does not record which agenda item a registration concerns.
Links between records are inferred by a model and are not reviewed by a person. Each link shows its score out of 1; moderate-confidence links (0.7 to 0.9) are wrong more often than high-confidence links. How links are scored
Big Belly Solar, LLC · registration SM37130 · 6 November 2025 to 31 December 2025
- Garbage / Recycling
- Street Furniture
Evidence Moderate confidence · score 0.88
A model scored this link between 0.7 and 0.9 out of 1. Links are not checked by a person, and links in this range are wrong more often: check the evidence before relying on it.
Source records
- Registration SM37130: Big Belly Solar, LLC is a prospective vendor to Toronto SWMS and various BIA's, supplying trash and recycling kiosks and accompanying remote monitoring software. (Lobbyist Registry)
- Agenda item 2026.MM39.45: Addressing Recycling in Public Spaces - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher (TMMIS)
No further evidence was recorded for this link.
Canadian Beverage Association · registration SM26860 · 11 October 2018 to 31 December 2026
- Environment
- Garbage / Recycling
- Water
Evidence Moderate confidence · score 0.88
A model scored this link between 0.7 and 0.9 out of 1. Links are not checked by a person, and links in this range are wrong more often: check the evidence before relying on it.
Source records
- Registration SM26860: bottled water, public space recycling, waste reduction, single-use and takeaway items. (Lobbyist Registry)
- Agenda item 2026.MM39.45: Addressing Recycling in Public Spaces - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher (TMMIS)
No further evidence was recorded for this link.
WORDS Media & Communications Inc. · registration SM18395 · 17 September 2012 to 31 December 2026
- Environment
- Garbage / Recycling
- Grants / Funding
Evidence Moderate confidence · score 0.84
A model scored this link between 0.7 and 0.9 out of 1. Links are not checked by a person, and links in this range are wrong more often: check the evidence before relying on it.
Source records
- Registration SM18395: We run the Litter Prevention Program as an effective way to reduce litter and save money. We want attention paid to litter reduction and resources directed to it. We publish a website, www.litterpreventionprogram.com, and a weekly newsletter since 2012 (Lobbyist Registry)
- Agenda item 2026.MM39.45: Addressing Recycling in Public Spaces - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher (TMMIS)
No further evidence was recorded for this link.
Scrubbles Environmental Services, INC. · registration SM35911 · 11 September 2024 to 31 December 2025
- Garbage / Recycling
- Parks / Open Space
- Procurement
Evidence Moderate confidence · score 0.82
A model scored this link between 0.7 and 0.9 out of 1. Links are not checked by a person, and links in this range are wrong more often: check the evidence before relying on it.
Source records
- Registration SM35911: Scrubbles is a leading bin cleaning and disinfection company, advocating for the improved cleanliness of Torontos public spaces. We propose cleaning bins in parks, near subway stops, and those considered irreplaceable, using advanced equipment to restore. (Lobbyist Registry)
- Agenda item 2026.MM39.45: Addressing Recycling in Public Spaces - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher (TMMIS)
No further evidence was recorded for this link.
Planet Guard Recycling Solutions · registration SM36430 · 17 March 2025 to 31 December 2026
- Environment
- Garbage / Recycling
Evidence Moderate confidence · score 0.81
A model scored this link between 0.7 and 0.9 out of 1. Links are not checked by a person, and links in this range are wrong more often: check the evidence before relying on it.
Source records
- Registration SM36430: Our project integrates recyclables (glass, plastic, aluminum) into the recycling process. We provide restaurants with indoor blue bins and collect these materials free every week. (Lobbyist Registry)
- Agenda item 2026.MM39.45: Addressing Recycling in Public Spaces - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher (TMMIS)
No further evidence was recorded for this link.
Broadway Energy Corp. · registration SM37105 · 30 October 2025 to 31 December 2026
- Energy
- Environment
- Garbage / Recycling
Evidence Moderate confidence · score 0.79
A model scored this link between 0.7 and 0.9 out of 1. Links are not checked by a person, and links in this range are wrong more often: check the evidence before relying on it.
Source records
- Registration SM37105: Reforming waste-to-energy processes, eliminating waste and landfills, and advancing clean energy and technology. (Lobbyist Registry)
- Agenda item 2026.MM39.45: Addressing Recycling in Public Spaces - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher (TMMIS)
No further evidence was recorded for this link.
Better Table Solutions Inc. · registration SM37124 · 4 November 2025 to 31 December 2026
- Attractions / Tourism
- Environment
- Garbage / Recycling
Evidence Moderate confidence · score 0.76
A model scored this link between 0.7 and 0.9 out of 1. Links are not checked by a person, and links in this range are wrong more often: check the evidence before relying on it.
Source records
- Registration SM37124: - Food waste reduction goals - Food in Climate Action / Net Zero targets (Lobbyist Registry)
- Agenda item 2026.MM39.45: Addressing Recycling in Public Spaces - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher (TMMIS)
No further evidence was recorded for this link.
The Green Jar Incorporated · registration SM36518 · 9 April 2025 to 30 May 2026
- Environment
- Procurement
- FIFA World Cup 2026 Toronto
Evidence Moderate confidence · score 0.74
A model scored this link between 0.7 and 0.9 out of 1. Links are not checked by a person, and links in this range are wrong more often: check the evidence before relying on it.
Source records
- Registration SM36518: The Green Jar supports businesses in embracing a circular economy by offering compostable, recyclable, & reusable package-free solutions. We offer plant-based, septic-safe bulk care & cleaning products, like dish soap, multi surface cleaners, toilet paper. (Lobbyist Registry)
- Agenda item 2026.MM39.45: Addressing Recycling in Public Spaces - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher (TMMIS)
No further evidence was recorded for this link.
Viking Recycling · registration SM32562 · 12 November 2021 to 31 October 2026
- Grants / Funding
Evidence Moderate confidence · score 0.74
A model scored this link between 0.7 and 0.9 out of 1. Links are not checked by a person, and links in this range are wrong more often: check the evidence before relying on it.
Source records
- Registration SM32562: Seeking support in the form of funding, policy reform, service procurement, and to increase public awareness about the negative impacts of Construction, Renovation, and Demolition waste, with a focus on plastics in CRD materials including carpet. (Lobbyist Registry)
- Agenda item 2026.MM39.45: Addressing Recycling in Public Spaces - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher (TMMIS)
No further evidence was recorded for this link.
Routeware Canada, Inc. · registration SM37137 · 12 November 2025 to 31 December 2026
- Garbage / Recycling
Evidence Moderate confidence · score 0.73
A model scored this link between 0.7 and 0.9 out of 1. Links are not checked by a person, and links in this range are wrong more often: check the evidence before relying on it.
Source records
- Registration SM37137: Routeware provides software solutions for waste and recycling fleet management, helping municipalities optimize operations, increase efficiency, and improve customer service (Lobbyist Registry)
- Agenda item 2026.MM39.45: Addressing Recycling in Public Spaces - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher (TMMIS)
No further evidence was recorded for this link.
Loblaw Companies Ltd · registration SM17345 · 11 October 2011 to 31 December 2026
- Garbage / Recycling
Evidence Moderate confidence · score 0.72
A model scored this link between 0.7 and 0.9 out of 1. Links are not checked by a person, and links in this range are wrong more often: check the evidence before relying on it.
Source records
- Registration SM17345: Issues relating to waste diversion and the environment. (Lobbyist Registry)
- Agenda item 2026.MM39.45: Addressing Recycling in Public Spaces - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher (TMMIS)
No further evidence was recorded for this link.
Ni Corporation · registration SM36732 · 18 June 2025 to 31 December 2025
- Environment
- Garbage / Recycling
- Street Furniture
Evidence Moderate confidence · score 0.71
A model scored this link between 0.7 and 0.9 out of 1. Links are not checked by a person, and links in this range are wrong more often: check the evidence before relying on it.
Source records
- Registration SM36732: Introduce Ni Corporation's goods and services to the City of Toronto (Lobbyist Registry)
- Agenda item 2026.MM39.45: Addressing Recycling in Public Spaces - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher (TMMIS)
No further evidence was recorded for this link.
Republic Services · registration SM37114 · 3 November 2025 to 3 November 2026
- By-law / Regulation
- Environment
- Garbage / Recycling
Evidence Moderate confidence · score 0.71
A model scored this link between 0.7 and 0.9 out of 1. Links are not checked by a person, and links in this range are wrong more often: check the evidence before relying on it.
Source records
- Registration SM37114: Bylaw changes potentially impacting waste collection. (Lobbyist Registry)
- Agenda item 2026.MM39.45: Addressing Recycling in Public Spaces - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher (TMMIS)
No further evidence was recorded for this link.
Republic Services · registration SM37115 · 3 November 2025 to 3 November 2026
- By-law / Regulation
- Environment
- Garbage / Recycling
Evidence Moderate confidence · score 0.71
A model scored this link between 0.7 and 0.9 out of 1. Links are not checked by a person, and links in this range are wrong more often: check the evidence before relying on it.
Source records
- Registration SM37115: Bylaw changes potentially impacting waste collection. (Lobbyist Registry)
- Agenda item 2026.MM39.45: Addressing Recycling in Public Spaces - by Councillor Lily Cheng, seconded by Councillor Paula Fletcher (TMMIS)
No further evidence was recorded for this link.
Window: 180 days before the first recorded vote (27 September 2025 to 26 March 2026). 27 communications on 3 linked registrations.
Data table
| Date | Registration | Office holder (as recorded) | Member's office | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 November 2025 | SM37114 (Republic Services) | Josh Matlow Member of council | Josh Matlow | |
| 10 November 2025 | SM37114 (Republic Services) | Sebastien Gibson Councillor staff | Josh Matlow | |
| 10 November 2025 | SM37114 (Republic Services) | Jasmine Attfield Councillor staff | Josh Matlow | |
| 13 November 2025 | SM37114 (Republic Services) | Sebastien Gibson Councillor staff | Josh Matlow | |
| 13 November 2025 | SM37114 (Republic Services) | Jasmine Attfield Councillor staff | Josh Matlow | |
| 13 November 2025 | SM37114 (Republic Services) | Josh Matlow Member of council | Josh Matlow | |
| 14 November 2025 | SM37114 (Republic Services) | Sebastien Gibson Councillor staff | Josh Matlow | |
| 17 November 2025 | SM37114 (Republic Services) | Sebastien Gibson Councillor staff | Josh Matlow | Meeting |
| 17 November 2025 | SM37115 (Republic Services) | Sebastien Gibson Councillor staff | Josh Matlow | Meeting |
| 18 November 2025 | SM37114 (Republic Services) | — City staff | City Planning | |
| 7 January 2026 | SM37124 (Better Table Solutions Inc.) | — City staff | Economic Development & Culture | Meeting |
| 3 February 2026 | SM37114 (Republic Services) | — City staff | City Planning | |
| 3 February 2026 | SM37114 (Republic Services) | — City staff | City Planning | |
| 17 February 2026 | SM37114 (Republic Services) | — City staff | City Planning | |
| 17 February 2026 | SM37114 (Republic Services) | — City staff | City Planning | |
| 27 February 2026 | SM37114 (Republic Services) | — City staff | City Planning | |
| 27 February 2026 | SM37115 (Republic Services) | — City staff | City Planning | |
| 6 March 2026 | SM37114 (Republic Services) | — City staff | City Planning | Meeting |
| 6 March 2026 | SM37114 (Republic Services) | — City staff | City Planning | Meeting |
| 6 March 2026 | SM37114 (Republic Services) | — City staff | City Planning | Meeting |
| 6 March 2026 | SM37114 (Republic Services) | — City staff | City Planning | Meeting |
| 6 March 2026 | SM37114 (Republic Services) | — City staff | City Planning | Meeting |
| 6 March 2026 | SM37115 (Republic Services) | — City staff | City Planning | Meeting |
| 6 March 2026 | SM37115 (Republic Services) | — City staff | City Planning | Meeting |
| 6 March 2026 | SM37115 (Republic Services) | — City staff | City Planning | Meeting |
| 6 March 2026 | SM37115 (Republic Services) | — City staff | City Planning | Meeting |
| 6 March 2026 | SM37115 (Republic Services) | — City staff | City Planning | Meeting |
Declared interests
No declared interests are recorded for this item.
Source: City of Toronto registry of declared interest.