Food Cycler Program – Conmee Township
Conmee Township is proud to continue its commitment to waste reduction and environmental sustainability through the Food Cycler Program.
Program History
At the November 14, 2023 Council meeting, the Township received a delegation from FoodCycle Science, a Canadian company offering residential composting appliances to homeowners. By working with municipalities across Ontario, FoodCycle Science has been able to reduce the cost of the appliance through federal and private funding.
Council agreed to participate in the program once the office could confirm the interest of 20 residents. A wait list was created, and the program officially launched in 2025, helping residents reduce household food waste by up to 80–90%.
Current Update (November 2026)
Helpful Resources
- Download the Foodilizer User Guide
What is Foodilizer?
Foodilizer is the dehydrated food waste produced by your FoodCycler that when mixed with soil, creates a nutrient-rich amendment for gardens and plants. It’s an easy way to close the loop and turn food scraps into something beneficial for your home.
- View the original presentation to Council by clicking here
- Learn more about FoodCycler https://www.foodcycler.com/
- Replacement filter costs can be found here or you can purchase charcoal from any pet store (for fish tanks).
Why FoodCycler?
- Household waste is composed of 25–50% organic waste
- Landfills are filling up fast, creating cost and environmental issues
- Food in garbage creates unpleasant odours and attracts pests
The appliance is about the size of a bread maker and can be placed on a counter top or other heated location within the home. It accepts most food waste and converts it into organic material overnight, which can be mixed with soil for gardens or disposed of in the garbage.
Neighbouring Municipalities currently providing the FoodCycler Program include:
- Municipality of Neebing
- Sioux Lookout
- Town of Fort Frances
- Red Rock Township
- City of Kenora
plus the Intercity Shopping Mall (Thunder Bay) also uses a commercial version.
