Deposits can be redeemed by returning containers to Return-It collection centres
Keurig Canada has to change its packaging, publish notices about the changes
Depots now accepting Styrofoam
But don’t get caught on Santa’s recycling naughty list
Residents may be asked to store cardboard if a closure or service interruption occurs
Minimum charge for garbage will go up $2; per tonne disposal fees for some other products also going up
Fall clear-bag collection program, running on designated garbage days, goes Nov. 15-19
Regional district offers suggestions from composting to delivering to animals to baking
4 bins are located around town for residents to deposit their organic waste
Province working to expand recycling under extended producer responsibility five-year plan
More than 20 municipalities in B.C. are developing bylaws banning single-use plastics
The fundraiser will help build affordable and safe houses for people in need
The program aims to take dangerous car seats off the road while supporting local non-profits
The cigarette butts are broken down and turned into industrial plastics
How to dispose of delivery packaging
A higher participation rate has put the program slightly behind schedule
Council has also extended the city’s current composting pilot program until Dec. 2021
