Lesson: TOwaste app – 30 mins
We’re here to…
• Learn about fun ways to help reduce our environmental impact
• Become experts and be able to teach your parents about environmental issues

Introducing the TOwaste app
Let's start with some questions...
• “Did you ever hear about waste management?”
• “Do you use a compost bin?”
• “What is the compost used for?”
• “Have you ever talked to your parents about garbage/recycling”
• “How is the garbage affecting us, our planet?”
• “What happens when there is too much garbage?”
• "Where does a Tim Hortons cup go? Garbage or recycling? "

• The City of Toronto has an app called TOwaste. It’s very useful whenever you’re confused or not sure which bin a certain item goes because you can always use the TOwaste app to find out the correct answer.
• Using the guide we have below, we'll explore its functions. Pair up with a classmate and go through it step by step to practice your teaching skills
• Once you're comfortable with the app, find out what the app says about Tim Hortons cups.

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