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Summer is finally kicking into full gear! We’re just as excited as you for the season of road trips, camping weekends, and fun outdoor adventures. It’s important to remember though that as we go through or unpack our summer travel gear, not all of it can go in your blue bin. Many of your summer items made of plastic, rubber, or metal might seem recyclable — but they don’t belong in the blue bin.

June 21, 2025 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. it is a day to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures, and remarkable contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people across Canada.
This date aligns with the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, which holds deep spiritual and cultural significance for many Indigenous communities. Since its official recognition in 1996, June 21 has been a time for Canadians to come together in the spirit of reflection, respect, and learning.

The month of June brings us together to advocate for and support the LGBTQ+ community. It’s a time to celebrate all that is uniquely human about humans. There are many ways to connect, celebrate, and learn about this diverse community.

Urban Impact took delivery of our first all-electric vehicle, a Peterbilt 579EV. Adding this 100% electric truck to the fleet is the start of a transition to an all-electrical trucking fleet.
What Our Truck Will Do
It’s technically a truck, but we refer to it as the “Tractor”. Our new tractor services many of our commercial customers who require a trailer load of material to be moved from their location to our Lower Mainland New Westminster Plant.