Illegal dumping problem worsens in Calgary, particularly in northeast communities

Smith vows to crack down on illegal dumping

A number of municipalities have recorded a surge in illegal dumping incidents over the last several years, prompting people to go out and confront the perpetrators using social media.

Illegal dumping problem worsens in Calgary, particularly in northeast communities

Subhead:Couches, mattresses, construction debris and bags of garbage are being abandoned around Calgary, while Premier Danielle Smith says Alberta is considering tougher penalties that could include fines of up to $10,000 and two years in jail.# YouTube-embed:zFHBRLrDkXw