Recycle BC is excited to announce the opening of a new recycling depot in Squamish, BC, effective June 1, 2024. Following recent changes at the Queens Way Recycle Depot operated by GFL, which will no longer offer public drop-off of residential packaging and paper materials as of May 31, 2024, the new depot will ensure …
Read MoreWe’re excited to share a curriculum-based teaching resource we have developed focused on educating primary students (grade K-3) and intermediate students (grades 4-7). Topics covered in the lessons include understanding personal values, learning about waste diversion, examining the environmental benefits of recycling, understanding the concept of a circular economy, and more topics that take students …
Read MoreIt’s been a number of months since our last update and we’re approaching the one-year mark of operating the first electric truck in Recycle BC’s network. The data provides valuable insight into the transformative potential of these vehicles. The electric truck transports material from depots to one of our material recovery facilities in the …
Read MoreRecycle BC is excited to continue to offer the Parksville Pop-Up Depot recycling collection events through 2024 to Parksville and area residents. The events will be held on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1080 Industrial Way, Parksville, in partnership with the Parksville Community Centre Society (PCCS). “This is great news for the …
Read MoreThe season of gift-giving (and boxes, packaging, gift wrap) and entertaining (and containers, pie plates, cartons) is quickly approaching. We want to ensure you have the information you need to recycle right this season, so Coach has compiled his A-team of common holiday packaging and paper, and how it can best be recycled – with …
Read MoreSeptember 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We acknowledge and reflect upon the history and experiences of Indigenous peoples in Canada. Observing National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is an opportunity to increase awareness, promote understanding, and support reconciliation. There are many events across BC to commemorate National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. …
Read MoreRecycle BC is a leader in residential plastic recycling and is committed to effective plastic management. BC residents can have confidence that the residential recycling system for plastic packaging in their province is world class. Recycle BC operates a full extended producer responsibility (EPR) program. It was the first program of this kind to launch …
Read MoreWe are pleased to share an update on a nationally integrated approach that is being developed to support Canada’s transition to extended producer responsibility (EPR). The transition to EPR is expected to occur separately but concurrently across provinces between 2023 – 2025, and producers are experiencing significant financial and operational considerations as this transition commences. …
Read MoreOn Friday June 30, we published our 2022 Annual Report. Some highlights are below. Please view the full report on our annual report webpage. 2022 Highlights: Over 201,169 net tonnes were collected in Recycle BC’s packaging and paper product program resulting in a recovery rate of 86.2%. 95.4% of collected tonnes were managed by recycling. …
Read MoreIn February we added an Electric Truck to our transportation fleet. This truck transports material from depots to one of our material recovery facilities in the Metro Vancouver area. After the first three months of use, we are excited to share some early results of the benefits of the electric truck and the reduction in …
Read MoreOn National Indigenous Peoples Day, our team takes time to deepen our learning of the cultures and traditions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, and remember that they have lived on this land and were the stewards of this land long before our own ancestors. Accordingly, we are honoured to collaborate with 59 First …
Read MoreThis summer camping season in BC, learn how to pack lean and practice responsible outdoor recreation. Responsible recreation means trying to preserve our environment when we spend time in nature, so our parks and outdoor spaces can be enjoyed by everyone for decades to come. Many campers and outdoor adventure-seekers can tell you that the …
Read MoreThere’s nothing like appreciating good food with friends and family while spending time in the great outdoors. When you’re planning for a summer day trip picnic or multi-day camping excursion, activity equipment like frisbees and floaties may be at the top of your packing list, but every activity is guaranteed to make sure you work …
Read MoreWhat better way to kick off summer than getting on your bike and into nature, enjoying the beauty of the outdoors while also helping the environment! From May 29 until June 4 we’re celebrating Go by Bike Week in partnership with our friends at Hub Cycling, so get ready to make recycling a part of …
Read MoreBeginning May 15, the Ucluelet Bottle Depot will join the Recycle BC depot network. Residents can drop off all accepted residential packaging and paper material types, including material not accepted in home recycling bins like flexible plastics, foam packaging, and glass bottles and jars. Having the Ucluelet Bottle Depot join our network provides more recycling …
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