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Recycling

Last updated on May 14, 2024

Take the green approach. Reducing and reusing saves waste removal costs and helps protect our natural resources.

That makes recycling the healthiest part of a waste management plan. Discover ways you can champion recycling in your community.

Organics

Organic waste typically comes from plant or animal products.

A major advantage to this type of waste is that it’s biodegradable, which means there are plenty of green options for getting rid of it, like composting.

Learn more about food and organic waste.

Extended Producer Responsibility

Taking ownership for the products we make and use is important.

B.C. is a national leader in this regard. Having industry arrange for the collection and recycling needed to manage the life cycle of designated products and packaging.

Learn more about Extended Producer Responsibility.

Every municipality is responsible for its own waste management planning.

Learn more about the process.

Visit the Recycling Council of B.C. and find the right location to recycle specific materials or products.

For questions on how to recycle in B.C., contact the Recycling Council of B.C. by:

  • Emailing info@rcbc.ca, or
  • Calling 1-800-667-4321 toll-free in B.C., or 604-732-9253 in the lower mainland

The Recycling Regulation under authority of the Environmental Management Act sets out the requirements for B.C.'s Extended Producer Responsibility.

In some cases, producers of designated products may appoint a stewardship agency to carry out their duties in accordance with an approved plan.

Contact information

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