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The average American
generates 4.5 pounds
of trash per day.

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Much of which
is packaging.

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The Soap Dispensary
in Vancouver offers a way
to shop package free.

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They first opened
their doors in 2011.

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Offering zero waste
household solutions,

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with a variety of soaps,
cleaners and bathroom products.

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And now they are
expanding next door!

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Serving over 150 types
of package free food

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like cheese, butter,
yogurt and tofu.

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You can even fill up
your almond milk!

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There's over 25 sauces,
oils and vinegars on tap

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and a selection of healthy
chips, dips and dumplings.

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The friendly staff will
take care of your needs.

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And if you don't have your
own containers, you can 
pick some up in store.

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Owner, Linh selects
natural and
organic products

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sourced locally to
support the community.

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Share this if you'd like a
zero waste shop near you!