About
About
Recycle NB
Recycle NB is a unique, province-wide organization driven by a vision for a healthier and more sustainable environment that will benefit you and your children for years to come. Our vision is all about a long-term plan to make our province waste free. We want to protect New Brunswick’s rich resources from materials that endanger the water you drink, the earth you till, the air you breathe. We want to make sure your children and grandchildren have the resources they will need far into the future.
Vision:
All waste materials in New Brunswick are managed in a sustainable and environmentally responsible way.
Mission:
To manage waste reduction programs for designated materials and provide environmental stewardship for New Brunswick.
Role:
To ensure that materials designated by the Minister of the Environment are managed in a manner that assures a clean and healthy environment.
Board of Directors
EMIL OLSEN
Emil Olsen is retired after a 41 year career in the Petro-Chemical Industry as a Mechanical Technologist.
He has served 28 years on the Quispamsis Town Council first as Mayor for 12 years and presently serving his 16th year as a Councillor.
ERIK MATCHETT
Erik is a Lean Six Sigma Master Black belt with over 15 years of board experience in the not for profit sector.
Serving in various capacities with the United Way and the NB Association for Community Living, Erik is community focused while balancing the needs of his young family and career as a continuous improvement professional.
CHRISTELLE LÉGER
Christelle had worked for 20 years in the Provincial civil service, including 10 years in the Department of Environment. One of her files was Extended Producer Responsibility, and she represented the Department on various national committees on EPR. She has also long been active in the environmental movement, namely on climate change.
RICHARD GAUDET
Richard is a Certified Financial Planner with UNI Wealth Management and lives in Dieppe, NB. He also spent 22 years as a manufacturer’s sales representative in the golf industry in southern Alberta and in Atlantic Canada. He has volunteered in different organizations over the years and is currently the chair of Dieppe’s Planning Advisory Committee.
SHANE STEEVES
Shane is a Professional Engineer with 25 years of experience in the manufacturing sector, and a strong background in materials, process improvement and product development. He is a long-time volunteer and supporter of conservation organizations for the protection of wildlife and natural habitats in New Brunswick.
JEAN-PIERRE THÉRIAULT
Jean-Pierre is originally from Edmundston, where he has lived most of his life. He worked as an industrial draftsman for Twin Rivers, as well as in Baie Comeau, retiring in 2022. Jean-Pierre has a long history of community service, with special interests in minor hockey and golf. He currently serves on the board of NB Golf, as well as the Fraser Edmundston Golf Club.
In the Community
Recycle NB proudly supports Habitat for Humanity
Staff
Administrative Assistant
Office Manager
Program and Compliance Manager
Chief Executive Officer
Communications Manager
Program Director
Sandra Ellis
Program and Compliance Manager
Office Location:
277 Main St.
Fredericton, NB
E3A 1E1
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 308, Station A
Fredericton, NB
E3B 4Y9
Telephone: 506-454-8473
Toll Free: 1-888-322-8473
Fax: 506-454-8471
Business Hours:
Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm
* We are closed on weekends and statutory holidays.
Mandate
As a Crown body under the Accountability and Continuous Improvement Act, Recycle NB is expected to deliver on priority areas as outlined by the Minister of Environment and Climate Change.
