Recycling Council of British Columbia

Recycling Council of British Columbia Established in 1974, RCBC facilitates the exchange of ideas and knowledge that enable efficient solu

Contact the BC Recycling Hotline at (604)-RECYCLE in the Lower Mainland or toll-free across BC at 1(800)667-4321.

New Date! "Where does it Go?" Addressing BC’s Low-Hazard Explosives Disposal Vacuum has been rescheduled for October 14t...
09/11/2026

New Date!

"Where does it Go?" Addressing BC’s Low-Hazard Explosives Disposal Vacuum has been rescheduled for October 14th, 2026 with the same great content, bringing together speakers including the Deputy Fire Commissioner of BC and representatives from Transport Canada.

If expired marine flares, bear bangers, ammunition, fireworks, road flares, and powder-actuated tools are creating safe disposal challenges in your community, facilities, or collection network this session is for you!

learn more and register at www.rcbc.ca

Join us for the next installment of RCBC's Webinar Series! Are resident drop-offs of expired marine flares, bear bangers...
08/20/2026

Join us for the next installment of RCBC's Webinar Series!

Are resident drop-offs of expired marine flares, bear bangers, ammunition, fireworks, road flares, and powder-actuated tool loads piling up at your facility? Do you struggle with a lack of safe disposal options, high contractor costs, and strict dangerous goods regulations? Join us for our upcoming webinar, “Where Does It Go?” Addressing BC’s Low-Hazard Explosives Disposal Vacuum“. Designed specifically for local government staff, transfer station operators, and waste haulers to discuss identification and safe disposal options for low-hazard explosive materials.

Confirmed speakers include the Deputy Fire Commissioner of BC and representatives from Transport Canada, with additional speakers to be announced.

Event Information:

Cost: $10 for RCBC Members, $25 for non-Members
Date & Time: September 23, 12:00pm – 1:00pm PT
Platform: Zoom

Register at: https://rcbc.ca/our-webinars/where-does-it-go-addressing-bcs-low-hazard-explosives-disposal-vacuum/

Green bin programs are an important tool to keep food and yard waste out of landfills. While programs can vary depending...
08/11/2026

Green bin programs are an important tool to keep food and yard waste out of landfills. While programs can vary depending on where you are located, these are some general tips to help you get the most out of your local program.

Why use your green bin? Organic materials like food and yard trimmings don't decompose properly in landfills, instead creating methane gas - a powerful greenhouse gas that contributes to global climate change. By composting these materials instead, we return vital nutrients to soil through nature's natural organic recycling process.

Plus, more than 67% of British Columbians live in areas where organic waste is banned from garbage, including Metro Vancouver, Capital Regional District, Regional District of Nanaimo, and more!)

Remember - if you're not sure, we're here to help 24/7 at rcbc.ca, and by email to [email protected] or by phone at 604-732-9253 (lower mainland) or 1-800-667-4321 (BC toll free) on weekdays, 9:00am-4:00pm.

Don't let uncertainty about recycling keep you from a fun and memorable summer! We're here to help make recycling the ea...
08/04/2026

Don't let uncertainty about recycling keep you from a fun and memorable summer!

We're here to help make recycling the easiest part of your day - whether you're looking for drop-off locations, pick-up services, or advice on how to reduce waste in the first place.

Find us at rcbc.ca and call, email, chat or search Recyclepedia for information about recycling everything from busted bike tires to burnt-out batteries, and beyond!

Got recycling questions? That's what we're here for! For over 35 years, the Recycling Council of BC has operated the BC ...
07/27/2026

Got recycling questions? That's what we're here for!

For over 35 years, the Recycling Council of BC has operated the BC Recycling Hotline - a free resource to help all British Columbians to reduce, reuse, and recycle more! Now with the online Recyclepedia search and more ways to contact us than ever, we're here to help.

Some things are just better on the BBQ, and fire extinguishers are a household non-negotiable. Pressurized cylinders are...
07/20/2026

Some things are just better on the BBQ, and fire extinguishers are a household non-negotiable. Pressurized cylinders are a part of our day-to-day lives, and when they're empty or no longer needed it is important to ensure that they are safely and responsibly recycled.

If you have questions about what to do with your old, expired, or no-longer-needed cylinders, we're here to help - just give us a shout at rcbc.ca (don't worry - the link is always in our bio!).

Every year for Plastic Free July, we're encouraged to reduce single-use plastic waste where we can and choose to reuse i...
07/06/2026

Every year for Plastic Free July, we're encouraged to reduce single-use plastic waste where we can and choose to reuse instead!

With over 170 million participants in 190 countries, these small changes can have a big impact.

Curious to learn more? Check out www.plasticfreejuly.org for all the details and to take the pledge!

When single-use isn't avoidable, remember that BC's recycling systems include many of our most commonly used single-use plastics, from single-use water bottles to plastic takeout containers (and much more!). If you're ever unsure where or how to recycle, give us a shout through any of the channels at rcbc.ca/contact - our Environmental Advisors are here to help!

Happy Canada Day! RCBC's contact centre is closed for Canada Day. But don't worry - we'll be open tomorrow, July 2nd at ...
07/01/2026

Happy Canada Day!

RCBC's contact centre is closed for Canada Day. But don't worry - we'll be open tomorrow, July 2nd at 9:00am to help you find recycling and safe disposal options for all your post-holiday waste: from beverage containers to used paint and beyond!

School's out - and so is your tech? Did you know that unneeded devices like laptops, phones, tablets, and peripherals li...
06/30/2026

School's out - and so is your tech?

Did you know that unneeded devices like laptops, phones, tablets, and peripherals like mice and keyboards can live a second live supporting people in your community to access essential services and education?

Organizations like RCBC Member organization BC Tech for Learning Society are doing this important work to bridge the digital divide, combining access to technology with waste diversion by keeping good, useable electronics out of recycling streams and in use.

Last week, RCBC was pleased to present the 2026 RCBC Circular Economy Awards! A highlight of every spring, these awards ...
06/02/2026

Last week, RCBC was pleased to present the 2026 RCBC Circular Economy Awards! A highlight of every spring, these awards recognize individuals and organizations all across the province for their efforts in creating a more sustainable, circular BC.

Upstream Innovation: University of British Columbia Furniture Reuse Program
Downstream Innovation: Awl Together Leather
Education & Engagement: Dan Mikolay (Ridge Meadows Recycling Society)
Youth Achievement: Furnish Forward

Congratulations to this year's winners, and thank you to all of the nominees who put incredible effort into some truly exceptional nominations this year.

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