Changes to paper and packaging recycling drop off at transfer stations and landfills
Effective May 31, paper and packaging recycling drop off at all Regional District transfer stations and landfills will be temporarily suspended for a few months. New expanded collection services are coming from Recycle BC, including principal collection depots at the transfer stations in Mackenzie and Valemount as well as Quinn Street Regional Recycling Depot in Prince George. Further information on when these and other depots will be operational will be shared as soon as it is confirmed.
Metal, compost, appliances, batteries, and oil will still be accepted at existing locations.
Cardboard compaction will still be available at the Mackenzie, McBride and Valemount transfer station locations.
Further details in our media release.
Interim options for paper and packaging recycling
Until May 31, you can recycle cartons and containers, mixed paper and corrugated cardboard at Regional District sites.
You can also find privately owned recycling locations in Prince George, Mackenzie and Valemount:
Sort Smart recycling education
Sort Smart is the Regional District's recycling education website that has more information on what the drop-depots accept and do not accept. The website also has information to help you minimize waste by reducing, recycling and composting.
