Canada to remove trash containers from Philippines by the end of June

Canada said on Wednesday that by the end of June it will remove truckloads of garbage which Philippine officials said were illegally shipped to the Asian country years ago, The Associated Press reported.

Canadian Environment Minister Catherine McKenna said the government has awarded a contract to French shipping giant Bollore Logistics Canada that calls for the return of 69 containers filled with household waste and electronic garbage.

"The company will begin preparation for shipping in the coming days. The removal will be complete by the end of June, as the waste must be safely treated to meet Canadian safety and health requirements," McKenna's department said in a statement.