The motion still must be voted into a bylaw – this is expected to occur in October In June 2012, Toronto City council, during a discussion to repeal the 5 cent bag charge, voted instead to ban single use plastic bags in the city of Toronto effective January 1, 2013.

* Gunther Mele is a licensee of EPI’s patented oxo- biodegradable additive. * When added to polyethylene used in plastic bags, EPI creates a plastic that maintains all the strength characteristics but will degrade once disposed in a landfill. * Toronto City council has stipulated that biodegradable plastics will not be permitted.

Constructed of non- woven polypropylene, these bags are built for multiple re-use. They can be printed with high resolution full colour graphics to convey vivid branding.

Paper Shoppers are recyclable and reusable. They can be made from recycled paper and FSC approved paper. There are many handle styles to choose from including: paper twist, cotton rope or twill.

* Let’s have a discussion about which choice is right for your stores. * Our professional sales team can review your business to develop a solution that fits your specific needs. * Our talented creative design team can assist to bring your marketing ideas to life on your packaging.