Holiday Information 2009

RCBC wants to help you make it a 'green' holiday season. Here are some waste reduction tips for the holidays and recycling and tree chipping information.

Recycling Hotline Hours

December 24, 2009 the Recycling Hotline will be available from 9am to 12pm.
December 25, 2009 to January 1, 2010 our offices will be closed.
January 2, 2010 the Recycling Hotline will resume regular operating hours of Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm and Saturdays from 9am to 4pm.

For recycling options during the holidays, please remember to check our Recyclepedia at www.rcbc.bc.ca/recyclepedia. The Recyclepedia allows you to search drop-off sites for common household recyclables including paint, tires, computers, televisions and batteries to name a few!

Curbside Collection Interruptions

Do you know if your recycling is getting picked up over the holidays? Find out about curbside collection schedule interruptions over the holiday.

Landfill and Transfer Station Hours

Is your blue bin overflowing with recyclables? Find your local transfer station for extra recyclables or garbage. 

Tree Chipping Events

When the holidays are over, don't get caught without a plan for your Christmas tree! Find out about tree chipping events. 

Christmas Light Recycling

Switched to LED Christmas lights this year? Don't let your old Christmas lights go to waste. Find out where they can be recycled.

Great Christmas Tree Debate

Natural or plastic? Find out which type of tree is better for the holidays.

12 Days of Christmas

For tips on how to give gifts with the earth in mind this holiday season, from organic clothing to handcrafted wooden jewelry!

Holiday Waste Reduction

Celebrate the season with a small environmental footprint. Here are tips on creating less waste this holiday season.

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas

This year, your Christmas dinner can be both fabulous and earth friendly! Here are tips on hosting an eco-friendly Christmas dinner.