What is Multi-Material Stewardship Manitoba Packaging and Printed Paper Program Plan?
Multi-Material Stewardship Manitoba (“MMSM”) is a steward responsibility organization formed in 2006 in anticipation of the Packaging and Printed Paper Stewardship Regulation. This regulation was created under The Waste Production and Prevention Act (“WRAP”) and establishes requirements for stewards who use paper, plastic, metal, glass or a combination of these materials for packaging or printed paper that is sold for use in the Province of Manitoba. The MMSM is an Industry Funding Organization (IFO) that enables companies to meet their obligations as a steward. The Packaging and Printed Paper (“PPP”) program will provide 80% of funding for a waste reduction and prevention program for packaging and printed paper normally managed through municipal waste management systems. (MMSM June 22, 2009 Report – P. 1) • Packaging refers to any package or container, or any part of a package or container that is comprised of glass, metal, paper or plastic, or any combination of these materials, incl