September 8, 2016 - The City of Thunder Bay's popular Treasure Exchange Days return this weekend,  September 10 and 11, giving residents a chance to discover one-of-a-kind treasures while reducing waste.

Anyone with gently-used items they wish to give away can leave them out on the curb any time after 5 pm, on Friday, Sept. 9. Clearly label the items FREE. Over the weekend, residents are encouraged to tour their neighbourhoods to see what treasures they can find.

"We've received a lot of positive feedback about Treasure Exchange Days from City residents," said Jason Sherband, Manager - Solid Waste & Recycling Services. "We encourage residents to participate in this city-wide exchange event, the second this year and the fifth since Treasure Exchange Days began."

Popular exchange day items include sporting goods, small appliances, books, art, tools, toys and furniture. Remember to keep items that aren't giveaways - such as bikes, toys and tools - well away from the curb to avoid misunderstandings.

Anything that isn't taken by treasure hunters must be removed from the curb by Sunday, Sept. 11 at 7 pm. Items left at the curb are subject to enforcement as per City By-laws. They will not be collected by the City and must be taken in or delivered and donated to second hand/re-use shops.

Treasure Exchange Days are an action item from the Solid Waste Management Strategy and support our community's efforts to reduce waste.

For more information, visit: www.thunderbay.ca/treasuredays

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Contact: Jason Sherband, Manager - Solid Waste & Recycling Services, 625-3851