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Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 | 9 AM to 4 PM
4th Annual YQGgreen Expo
The 4th Annual YQGgreen Expo, presented by St. Clair College Alumni, is bringing together businesses, community organizations, environmental leaders, and residents from across Windsor-Essex for a full day of sustainability, innovation, education, and community connection!
Join us at WFCU Centre for a FREE event featuring:
✅ Indoor Green EXPO Trade Show – Discover up to 50 local businesses and organizations showcasing sustainable products, services, and solutions.
♻️ Recycle Drop-Off & Drive-Thru – Bring your recyclables and hard-to-dispose-of items while exploring outdoor displays featuring community groups and City of Windsor departments.
🌿 NEW! Outdoor Fall Landscape Show – Presented by Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association, featuring landscaping, gardening, and outdoor sustainability displays and inspiration.
🎤 YQGgreen Expert Panel Discussion – Hear from local experts and industry leaders as they discuss innovative ideas, environmental solutions, and the future of sustainability in Windsor-Essex.
💼 Career Corner – Explore career opportunities, connect with local organizations, and discover pathways into the growing green economy.
👕📚🧩 FREE Clothing, Book & Puzzle Swap – Give your gently used items a new life and take home something new-to-you!
✨ FREE ADMISSION FOR THE PUBLIC!
Come learn, connect, recycle, shop local, and discover how we can all make a greener difference in our community.
Become a Sponsor or Vendor
Interested in showcasing your environmentally-friendly products or services?
Leamington Chamber Business Excellence Awards!
YQGgreen is proud to be a finalist in the “Collaboration is Key” category! This recognition celebrates the power of working together to create a more sustainable Windsor-Essex community. We are grateful to our members, sponsors, partners, and volunteers for making it possible!
AM 800 Experts on Call
Kyle Horner is joined by Elizabeth Elias Hernandez, founder of YQG green, Cat Griffin, communications coordinator at Essex-Windsor solid waste authority and Jim Leether, manager of environment services at the City of Windsor. Click Here to Listen.
Green Bins on the news
Public urged to adopt green bin program to extend the life of the Windsor-Essex regional landfill... click here to read the full story on AM800 news.
Green Sun Rising on CBC News
This Windsor company is installing solar panels in some of Canada's northern-most communities... click here to watch CBC news to view the full story.
CTV News - Windsor’s green bin rollout in full effect
July 21, 2025, From CTV News: About 2,000 green bins were distributed across the city’s east end near the WFCU Centre on Monday morning. “Today I just received my first green bin,” said Cat Griffin, communications coordinator for the Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority (EWSWA) while recording a promotional video. Link
Windsor Among Top 15% of Cities Worldwide Recognized for Cli
The City of Windsor has once again been named to CDP’s Cities A List for 2024, a prestigious global ranking recognizing leadership in environmental transparency, climate action, and resilience planning. Windsor is one of only 112 cities worldwide and just eight in Canada, to earn this top score. Click here to continue
CTV Windsor - Green Expo diverts waste from Windsor landfill
On October 26, 2024, CTV Windsor interviewed Anne Marie Albidone, Manager of Environmental Services for the City of Windsor and Elizabeth Elias-Hernandez, founder of YQGgreen during the 2nd Annual YQGgreen Expo YQG Green Expo.
AM 800 Experts on Call Interview
On October 19, 2024 AM800 Host Kyle Horner is joined by Elizabeth Elias-Hernandez, Founder of YQG Green, Anne Marie Albidone, Manager of Environmental Services for the City of Windsor, and Cat Griffin, Communications for Essex Windsor Solid Waste Authority to talk about the upcoming YQG Green Expo. Click here to listen