Media Hook, a Toronto-based business, recently launched an environmentally friendly hanger called the Smart Hanger.

‘This hanger is entirely biodegradable, and contains no toxic inks or glues’ explained Leigh Meadows, the company’s president, during the launch of the product held in Toronto.

Media Hook hopes to replace traditional hangers in our homes, but also in dry cleaning businesses around the country. Leigh Meadows shared their objective of 12 million hangers distributed to Ontario dry cleaners in the first year.

The Smart Hanger is a solid triangle made entirely of cardboard fibers, with a space for a message inside the hook.

The actual version is made to hang shirts, but other models are being created for pants and jackets.

The hangers should soon be available in local stores. Media Hook is currently negotiating with department stores and hotels across Canada.