Aggregates 101 beta — GravelFacts.ca

Learn the basics of the Aggregates Industry with these Frequently Asked Questions:

What is aggregate?

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What is aggregate?

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How much aggregate do we use each year?

Where is aggregate used?

How do we choose a quarry or pit location?

How close to the source do we use the aggregate we extract and why?

How long does the average pit or quarry stay open?

What happens to the pits and quarries once they are fully extracted?

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How does the industry steward the environment?

Can aggregate be recycled?

Who works in this industry?

What is the Ontario Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (OSSGA) and what does it stand for?

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