Miller Waste celebrates 65 years of service in Markham
Miller Waste Systems, a leading Canadian waste management company headquartered in Markham, is celebrating 65 years of service. Founded in 1961, the company has expanded from a two-truck operation into one of country’s largest privately owned waste management providers, serving more than 16,000 commercial customers and 2.3 million residences.
Today, the company employs 2,400 people across Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Manitoba, including 500 York Region residents. “We are extremely happy to celebrate this milestone anniversary in Markham, our home base,” said Joe Johnson, President of Miller Waste. “Our deep roots in this city reflect our commitment to helping communities thrive through responsible waste collection services and exceptional customer service.”
“Miller Waste is thankful to local government and Markham-area businesses for their continued trust. Our relationship with the City of Markham, and every community where we operate, is a partnership built on open dialogue, honest communication and mutual respect.”
The company remains wholly owned by the founding McArthur and Carrick families, whose commitment to community service continues to influence the organization today. “Giving back to the community is non-negotiable for our family,” recalls Blair McArthur, CEO of Miller Waste. “We strongly believe in sharing our success with the communities where we do business.”
Miller Waste carries that commitment forward through community cleanups, Touch-a- Truck events, compost donations to community gardens, holiday gift drives and fundraising initiatives such as the Princess Margaret Road Hockey to Conquer Cancer tournament Logan Kanapathi, Member of Provincial Parliament for Markham-Thornhill, also congratulated the company on the milestone. “For decades, Miller Waste has helped keep communities – including here in Markham-Thornhill – clean through reliable and environmentally responsible waste management.”
Photo: Blair McArthur gives a speech at the 65th-year celebration. (Miller Waste photo)