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WasteReductionCalendarApril�-

December2011

Peace�RiverRegional�District

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High Hopes for 2011!How�quickly�things�in�the�Peace�River�Regional�District�change.�Over�the�pastyear,�there�has�been�a�lot�of�discussion�about�carbon�levels,�reducing�waste�andconserving�energy�throughout�the�province.

While�there�have�been�lofty�goals�set�out�by�government,�it�is�the�small�changesmade�by�you�and�me�that�will�make�a�big�difference.�Sorting�recyclables,composting�kitchen�scraps,�turning�off�the�car�and�taking�a�walk�are�all�thingsthat�are�attainable�for�most�of�us.�By�doing�so,�we�are�investing�in�the�health�ofour�communities�and�the�environment�as�a�whole.

Our�goal�is�lofty:�zero�waste!�We�would�be�naive�to�think�we�could�do�it�withoutyour�help.�As�always,�we�appreciate�your�continued�efforts�to�protect�themountains,�rivers�and�forests�that�make�up�our�home.

The�Northern�Environmental�Action�Team�(NEAT),�on�behalfof�the�Peace�River�Regional�District,�offers�free�wastereduction�programs�to�green�your�home,�school,�classroomand�workplace. These�pRRRdy�programs�are�based�on�the�belief�thatsimple�steps�you�take�to�reduce�waste�in�your�everydaylife�are�important�and�do�make�a�difference.�Recyclingand�composting�are�within�the�reach�of�everyone�and�onlytake�minutes�a�day.�NEAT�offers�free�workshops,�schoolpresentations�and�waste�assessments�as�well�as�a�widevariety�of�informational�brochures. For�details,�call�1-888-689-6328�or�visit�www.pRRRdy.com.

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Landfill SitesWhen�you�divert reuseable�and�recyclable materialsfrom�your�garbage,�you�help�conserve�valuablelandfill�space and�keep�our�community�clean�andgreen.

Landfills�isolate�trash�from�the�area�groundwater,�keep�it�dry�and�preventexposure to�oxygen�-�forever.�Under�these�conditions�garbage�does�notbreak�down�very�much,�using�up�our�limited�landfill�capacity�quickly.�Thesesites require�ongoing�costly�monitoring�and,�once�full,�care�for an�indefiniteperiod�of�time. In�addition,�landfill�gases�consist�of�carbon�dioxide�and�methane,which�are�considered�'greenhouse�gases'�that�contribute�to�climate�change. 

Every�effort�you�make�to�divert�waste�from�landfill�helps�our�community!REUSE�where�possible,�and�RECYCLE�as�much�as�you�can.�Not�sure�if�anitem�can�be�recycled? Refer�to�the�Recycling�Guide�on�pages�14-15,�visitwww.pRRRdy.com,�or�call�1-888-689-6328.

For�more�information�visit�www.pRRRdy.com�or�call�1-888-689-6328.

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Staffed Landfill LocationsBessborough�Landfill�-� 6688-237�RoadHours:�Mon.�-�Sat.�from�8�am�to�5�pmPhone:�(250)�843-0026

Chetwynd�Landfill�-�3978�Blair�RoadHours:�Mon.�&�Wed.�-�Sat.�from�8�am�to�5�pmPhone:�(250)�788-1066

Dawson�Creek�Transtor�-�829�Highway�49Hours:�Wed.�-�Sun.�from�9�am�to�6�pmPhone:�(250)�782-1099� 

Fort�St.�John�Landfill�-�7014�-�269�RoadHours:�Mon.�-�Sat.�from�9�am�to�6�pmPhone:�(250)�785-1067� 

Hudson’s�Hope�Transfer�-�20318�Canyon�RoadHours:�Wed.�-�Sun.�from�11�am�to�7�pmPhone:�(250)�783-5608� 

Kelly�Lake�Transfer�Station�-�280�Kelly�LakeRoadHours:�Mon.�-�Fri.�from�1�pm�to�5�pmAlberta�time� 

Mile�62.5�Transfer�-�14106�Dump�RoadHours:�Sun.,�Mon.,�&�Fri.�12�noon�to�8�pmWed.�&�Sat.�8�am�to�4�pmPhone:�(250)�827-3471� �  Moberly�Lake�Transfer�Station 316E�Pioneer�RoadHours: �Fri.�-�Tues.�from�1�pm�to�6�pmPhone:�(250�)�788-3763�  Rose�Prairie�Landfill�-�12452�-�260�RoadHours:�Sun.,�Mon.�&�Fri.�from�2�pm�to�8�pmWed.�&�Sat.�from�9�am�to�3�pm Tumbler�Ridge�Transfer�-�103�Ridge�RoadHours:�Tues.,�Thurs.�&�Sat.�10�am�to�6�pmPhone:�(250)�242-3638 See�below�for�locations�of�recycling�bins.

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Transfer StationsStations�accept�bagged�or�bundled�residential�waste�only;�24�hours/day,�7�days/week. BuckinghorseBuick�CreekCecil�LakeClayhurstDoe�RiverEast�PineFellers�HeightsGolata�CreekGoodlowGroundbirchHasler�FlatsLebelLone�PrairieMilligan�CreekPink�MountainMount�Lemoray

OsbornRollaPrespatouProgressTomslakeSikanni�ChiefSukunkaWonowonTwo�RiversUpper�HalfwayFirst�Nations:�Doig,�Blueberry�and�GrahamHalfwayThere�are�changes�pending�for�some�of�thesetransfer�stations.�Details�will�be�announcedin�Spring�2011,�please�contact�NEAT�at888-689-6328�for�more�details.

One�Bag�ChallengeReducing�landfill�destined�waste�isa�issue�that�employs�three�full-timepeople�within�the�Peace�River�RegionalDistrict�alone;�it's�not�a�small�concern. Ensuring�only�the�waste�that�needs�toend�up�in�landfills�is�thrown�out�is�ashared�responsibility.�Recycling�andcomposting�are�easy�ways�to�reducethe�waste�we�send�to�landfill�everyweek. Can�you�reduce�your�household�wasteto�one�bag�of�garbage�or�less�everyweek?�Try�it�-�you�might�find�it's�easierthan�you�think!

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Cool to Compost!On�average,�one�third�of�household�waste�is�made�upof�food�scraps.�Backyard�composting�is�one�way�to�dealwith�these�items�and�reduce�landfill�destined�waste.How�much�do�you�know�about�composting?

Myth:�Food�will�decompose�in�the�landfill.Truth:�Due�to�the�lack�of�oxygen,�helpful�bacteria�andbugs,�organics�do�not�breakdown�in�landfills.�Theresulting�anaerobic�decomposition�creates�methane,�agreenhouse�gas�over�20�times�more�potent�than�CO2.

Myths:�Compost�is�stinky!Truth:�When�properly�cared�for,�compost�smellslike�fresh�earth.�If�yours�doesn't,�call�NEAT�at1-866-689-6328�for�advice.

Myth:�Compost�will�attract�rodents.Truth:�Keep�meat,�dairy�products�and�processed�foodsout�of�the�compost.�Bury�food�scraps�as�they�areadded�to�the�compost�pile,�and�rodents�will�stay�away!Planting�mint�around�your�compost�also�deters�rodents.

Myth:�You�cannot�compost�in�the�north.Truth:�You�can�compost�almost�anywhere.�Ensure�yourcompost�is�in�a�sunny�location,�water�occasionally�&relax.�Compost�is�happening!

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April 20111  

Small�appliances�areadded�to�the�electronicsstewardship�program.

Chetwynd

2  

Trade

3  

Show

4   5   6   7 World�HealthDay

8  

CKNL

9  

Trade

10  

Show�(FSJ)

11   12   13   14   15  

Kiwanis

16  

Trade

17 Palm�Sunday

Show�(DC)

18   19   20   21   22 Earth�Day,�GoodFriday

Earth�Day�&�Reel�NEATShowcase

23  

24 Easter�Sunday 25 Easter�Monday 26   27 AdministrativeProfessional's�Day

28   29   30  

F.N.�Trade�Show

Compost�not�composting?�Not�sure�if�you�can�add�green�bean�casserole?�Need�acomposter?�Advice�and�more�are�available�year�round�at�NEAT.�Call�1-888-689-6328�or�visitwww.pRRRdy.com.

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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Planting mint around your compost will help keep rodents away.May 20111  

F.�N.�Trade�Show

2   3   4   5   6   7  

8 Mother's�Day 9   10   11   12   13   14  

International�MigratoryBird�Day

15   16  

Endangered�Species�Day

17   18   19   20   21  

22  

   

International�Day�forBiological�Diversity

23 Victoria�Day 24   25   26   27   28  

29   30   31  

World�No�Tobacco�Day

Watch�the�mail�this�month�for�landfill�coupons.�Each�coupon�permits250kgs�of�eligible�residential�waste�to�be�disposed�of�free�of�charge.Coupons�can�only�be�used�at�Bessborough,�Chetwynd,�Fort�St�John�andRose�Prairie�landfills�and�the�Dawson�Creek�transfer�station.

Compost�Awareness�Week

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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Peaceful WatersThere�is�an�old�saying�that�if�you�drink�from�the�Mighty�Peace,�you�will�return�one�day.�But�how�muchdo�you�really�know�about�the�Peace�River�we�claim�as�our�own?

The�Peace�River�originates�in�the�Northern�Rocky�Mountains�of�British�Columbia. �This�flowing�body�ofwater�covers�1,923�km�and�discharges�2,110,001.4�litres/second�into�Lake�Athabasca.�Cities�locatedalong�the�riverbanks�are�Fort�St.�John,�BC�and�Peace�River,�AB.�There�are�also�9�provincial�parks,1�wildland�scattered�along�its�shores�and�the�traditional�home�of�the�Dunne-za�or�Beaver�people.�Originallyknown�as�"unjegah"�or�"large�river,"�the�Peace�River�got�its�current�name�after�the�Treaty�of�Peace�wasauthorized�at�Peace�Point�near�Lake�Athabasca�ending�years�of�hostility�between�the�Beaver�and�theCree�peoples.

Are�we�doing�everything�we�can�to�protect�the�Peace�River? �We�share�the�river�with�two�hydro�dams,communities,�industry,�recreational�users,�and�wildlife. �As�residents�along�the�river,�we�need�to�doour�part. �Garbage�and�gear�need�to�come�home�with�us. �We�know�that�a�single�litre�of�oil�cancontaminate�a�million�litres�of�water.�Understanding�the�fragility�of�this�essential�ecosystem�requiresmaking�protection�of�this�natural�resource�a�priority.

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June 20111   2  

Clean�Air�Day

3   4  

5  

   

World�Environment�Day

6   7   8  

World�Ocean's�Day

9   10   11  

12  

   

Canadian�Rivers�Day

13   14   15   16   17   18  

19 Father's�Day

   

Canada�Parks�Day

20   21 NationalAboriginal�Day,Summer�begins

22   23   24   25  

26   27   28   29   30  

Municipal�water�treatment�plants�are�not�designedto�remove�many�chemicals�we�use�everyday�includingoil, pthalates�and�medications.�Think�before�pouringitems�down�the�drain.

Fresh�water�is�the�ultimateresource.�Use�it�wisely.

Canadian�Environment�Week

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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July 20111 Canada�Day 2  

3   4   5   6   7   8   9  

10   11  

World�Population�Day

12   13   14   15   16  

17   18   19   20   21   22   23  

24  

31  

25   26   27   28   29   30  

Toilet�flushing�is�the�largest�single�use�of�water�in�a�home,�followed�by�showering�andbathing.�New�low-flush�toilets�use�six�litres�per�flush�compared�to�22�litres�with�older�toilets.Low-flow�showerheads�save�eight�litres�of�water�each�minute.�Time�for�a�switch?

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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August 20111 BC�Day 2   3   4   5   6  

7   8   9   10   11   12 InternationalYouth�Day

13  

14   15   16   17   18   19   20  

21   22   23   24   25   26   27  

28   29   30   31  Wash�&�Squash!�Contamination�is�a�huge�issue�forrecycling�depots.�Rinse�containers�out�and�crush�themto�save�space.

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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Litter "Less" LunchesSchool’s�back!�For�most�parents�this�means�getting�creative�aboutsnacks�and�lunches.

September�is�a�great�time�of�year�to�get�into�the�habit�packing�“litter�less”�lunches.�With�just�a�fewsupplies,�your�family�will�be�on�its�way�to�reducing�waste�in�your�community!

1)     �Thermos� -�there’s�nothing�like�a�hot�lunch�on�a�cold�day!2)     �BPA�free�water/juice�bottle.3)     �Reusable�sandwich�holder.4)     �2-3�small�reusable�containers�to�store�small�snacks�such�as�cookies,�crackers,�grapes.5)     �Reusable�freezer�pack�to�keep�food�cold.

Sometimes�packaging�is�inevitable�–�so�if�you�do�purchase�pre-packaged�snacks�for�your�kids,�look�forpackaging�made�with�recycled�content�or�that�is�recyclable. �Teaching�your�kids�what�can�and�cannot�berecycled�is�a�great�start�to�having�them�become�eco-responsible�adults!

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September 20111   2   3  

4   5 Labour�Day 6   7   8   9   10  

11   12   13   14   15   16  

Ozone�Day

17  

18   19   20 Int'l�Day�ofPeace

21   22  

International�Car�FreeDay

23 Fall�begins 24  

25   26   27   28  

Green�Consumer�Day

29   30   PRRD�mercurythermostat�dropoff:�Eco-Depot250-785-0300.

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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Waste ReductionWhen�you�avoid�making�“garbage”�inthe�first�place,�you�don’t�have�to�worryabout�disposing�or�recycling�it�later. 

Here�are�five�ways�to�cut�down�on�packaging�and�saveresources.

1. Bring�a�cloth�bag�when�you�go�shopping.Canadians�use�about�55�million�plastic�bags�perweek! 

2. Use�a�travel�mug�or�reusable�bottle�for�yourdrinks�on�the�go.�1.6�billion�take�out�cups�arethrown�out�by�Canadians�each�year.

3. Buy�in�bulk.�Buy�the�biggest�size�possible�andserve�or�store�in�reusable�containers.

4. When�eating�out�in�a�restaurant,�bring�a�reusablecontainer�for�leftovers.

5. Use�cloth�diapers!�Over�4�million�disposablediapers�are�discarded�per�day�in�Canada.�Washdiapers�in�cold�water�and�hang�them�to�dry!

By�making�simple�decisions�everyday,�we�can�eachmake�a�big�difference.�Deciding�to�carry�a�travel�mugwill�save�up�to�365�disposable�cups�every�year�(andkeep�your�car�cleaner�too!).

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October is Power Smart Month. Programmable thermostats, CFL orLED bulbs and washing in cold water all save electricity.October 2011

1  

2   3  

World�Habitat�Day

4   5   6   7   8  

9   10 Thanksgiving 11   12   13   14   15  

16  

   

World�Food�Day

17   18   19   20   21   22  

23  

30  

24  

World�Development�Day

31 Halloween

25   26   27   28   29  

To�reduce�junk�mail�contact�Canada�Post�to�request�unaddressed�admail�not�be�delivered.�In�addition,�place�asticker�on�your�mailbox�or�inside�the�door�of�a�community�mail�box�that�says�"NO�ADMAIL."�Remember�to�logonto�www.pRRRdy.com�to�get�your�electronic�copy�of�the�pRRRdy�Says�Newsletter!

Walk�to�School�Week

Waste�Reduction�Week

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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Green Shopping TipsReducing�purchased�waste�requires�savvy�shopping�skills.

1. In�the�grocery�store,�take�a�look�at�the�package�you�are�purchasing,�and�when�possible,�choosethe�more�environmentally�friendly�option.�Eggs�are�a�great�example�of�this.�Styrofoam�is�notrecyclable�so�purchasing�eggs�in�cardboard�cartons�is�the�better�choice.

2. Buying�in�bulk�is�another�great�way�to�reduce�excess�packaging.�Purchasing�a�big�tub�of�yogurtand�dividing�it�into�reusable�plastic�containers�reduces�packaging,�and�ensures�each�serving�is�theperfect�size�for�its�intended�consumer.

3. When�shopping�for�non-food�items,�continue�to�hone�your�shopping�skills.�Evaluate�packaging:two�mascaras�in�one�package�has�a�lower�environmental�cost�than�individual�packaged�ones.

4. Focus�on�reusability:�empty�vitamin�bottles�are�great�for�keeping�loose�nuts�and�bolts�organized.5. Recycling�is�the�last�step:�while�not�the�best�for�reusing,�aluminum�and�cardboard�are�both�easily

recycled�and�thus�a�savvy�packaging�choice.6. For�clothing,�consider�starting�at�the�thrift�store.�There�are�some�great�bargains�to�be�had!

Reusable�bags�have�conqueredthe�grocery�store,�but�do�youremember�them�when�you'rerunning�out�for�toilet�paper�orshopping�for�clothes?�Theseadditional�plastic�bags�can�reallyadd�up�quickly.To�make�sure�you�are�always�prepared,�keepa�tote�in�your�purse�or�glove�compartmentso�it�is�always�within�reach.For�the�occasional�time�you�get�stuck,reuse�plastic�bags�or�recycle�them�with�yoursoft�plastics.�After�you�are�done�groceryshopping,�throw�any�totes�that�were�usedfor�meat�or�fish�into�the�laundry�and�hangto�dry.

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November 20111   2   3   4   5  

6  

International�Dayfor�the�Prevention�ofExploitation�of�the

Environment

7   8   9   10   11 RemembranceDay

12  

13   14   15   16   17   18   19  

20   21  

World�Fisheries�Day

22   23   24   25  

Buy�Nothing�Day

26  

27   28   29   30  

Make�your�holiday�list�now,�so�youdon't�overshop�later!

Charge�your�phone�or�iPod�while�you're�in�the�shower.These�devices�don't�take�long�to�charge�&�reducing�thetime�they�are�plugged�in�unnecessarily�ensures�you'renot�paying�for�power�you�don't�need.

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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Green ChristmasNovember�usually�means�time�to�start�thinking�of�whatto�get�the�special�people�in�your�life�for�Christmas.�ButChristmas�can�wreak�havoc�on�the�environment,�creating25%�more�garbage�than�any�other�time�of�year.�Sobefore�you�hit�the�mall�with�your�credit�card,�take�amoment�to�think�of�the�many�“green”�alternatives.

1. Buy�gift�cards�for�services�rather�than�tangibleproduct:�a�massage,�babysitting,�or�cleaningcertificate�will�be�just�as�appreciated!

2. Give�a�gift�certificate�for�a�local�event,�workshopor�course.

3. Instead�of�buying�for�everyone�in�your�family,�drawnames!

4. Give�the�gift�of�charity.�Encourage�family�membersto�do�a�“mini-fundraiser”�and�donate�it�to�a�localcause�in�your�family’s�name,�or�in�memory�of�aloved�one.

5. If�you�must�buy�a�gift,�purchase�locally�madewares�and�check�labels�for�environmentally�friendlyproducts.

Don’t�forget�to�bring�your�reusable�shopping�bags�to�putyour�purchases�in!

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December 20111   2   3  

4   5  

International�VolunteerDay

6   7   8   9   10  

11   12   13   14   15   16   17  

18   19   20   21   22 Winter�begins 23   24  

25 Christmas 26 Boxing�Day 27   28   29   30   31  

Check�with�your�municipality�for�Christmas�tree�pick�ups�in�your�area.Treesare�chipped�and�used�as�mulch�on�public�gardens.

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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Garden RecipesTry�these�easy�recipes�to�keep�garden�pests�under�control�naturally!Bug�SalsaINGREDIENTS:2lb.�ripe,�blemished�tomatoes1�large�onion2�cloves�garlic1lb.�fresh�chili�peppers1�cup�vinegar1/2�tsp.�pepperBlend�ingredients�until�liquefied.� Strain�the�mixturethrough�cheesecloth.� Pour�the�liquid�into�a�spraybottle.�Spray�the�solution�directly�on�pests�that�youspot�in�your�garden.�This�spray�will�paralyze�mostinsects.� It�can�be�irritating�if�it�gets�in�your�eyesor�mouth�so�don't�spray�on�windy�days�and�wearproper�protection.

Slug�Feed#1:� Slugs�are�attracted�to�beer�and�will�literally�drinkthemselves�to�death�in�it.� Set�out�low�dishes�of�beerand�watch�the�slugs�come.#2:� Place�a�few�slices�of�cucumber�into�a�small�pietin�and�place�on�the�ground�in�your�garden.� Thechemicals�in�the�cucumber�react�with�the�aluminumto�give�off�a�scent�undetectable�to�humans�but�drivegarden�pests�crazy�and�make�them�flee�the�area.

Ant�Control#1:� Ants�are�attracted�to�nutritionally�poor,�dry�soil,low�in�organic�matter.� If�you�increase�the�organicmatter�in�your�soil�by�top�dressing�with�compost,your�soil�will�retain�more�moisture�and�the�antproblem�will�take�care�of�itself.� #2:� Sprinkle�red�chili�pepper�at�the�point�of�entry.#3:� Make�a�syrup�of�1�Tbsp.�sugar�and�1�Tbsp.borax�in�2�Tbsp.�water.� Place�in�flat�dish�nearinfestation. Rhubarb�Leaf�Pest�KillerPlace�1/2�cup�crushed�rhubarb�leaves�in�3�litres�ofboiling�water.� Steep�the�leaves�for�at�least�an�hour. Strain�and�pour�it�in�a�spray�bottle.� To�use,�sprayplants�thoroughly. This�mixture�is�harmful�to�children,�pets�andsurrounding�plants.�Make,�label�and�store�carefully. Vinegar�Weed�Killer  Mix�together�3�parts�vinegar�to�1�part�liquid�dishsoap.� Spray�the�mixture�in�a�narrow�stream�on�theweed's�leaves�and�at�the�base�of�the�plant.

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Recycling Guide Tip:�Keep�a�bag�to�collect�plastic�scraps�near�your�garbage�can.�You'll�besurprised�how�fast�they�add�up!

Accepted�Materials How�To�Prepare

Tin�Cans�&Aluminum�Foil

• Soup�Cans• Pet�Food�Cans• Pie�Plates• Tin�Foil• Bottle�Lids

• Clean• Remove�Labels�(sort�with�paper)• SQUASH�Cans

Cardboard�&Boxboard

• Corrugated�boxes�(wavy�centre)• Cereal�&�Cracker�Boxes• Paper�Rolls• Pizza�Boxes• Egg�Cartons

• Dry• Clean• Shredded�Paper�in�Bags

 

Paper�&Newspaper

• Newspaper• Phone�Books• Office�Paper• Calendars�&�Magazines• Envelopes�&�Coupons• Paper�Packaging• Shredded�Paper

• Clean• Flatten• Dry

PlasticContainers,Bags�&�MilkContainers

• Numbers�1-7�(on�the�bottom)• Plastic�Containers,�Bags�&�Milk�Cartons• Yogurt�&�Ice�Cream�Tubs• Liquid�Detergent�bottles• Plastic�Bags,�Plastic�Wrap,�etc.• If�there's�no�number,�it's�not�accepted!

• Rinsed• Lids�Off• SQUASHED• Soft�Plastics�bundled�into�a�bag• No�Styrofoam�even�if�it�has�a�#6

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Recycling Guide Tip:�Curbside�pickup�requires�less�sorting�than�taking�your�recycling�in.�CallNEAT�for�details�1-888-689-6328.

Accepted�Materials How�to�Prepare

Glass�Bottles&�Jars

• Glass�Jars• Glass�Bottles• Makeup�Containers• No�Water�or�Wine�Glasses

• Clean• Remove�Labels�(sort�with�paper)• Remove�Plastic�Lids�(sort�with�plastic)

ReturnableCans,�Bottles&�Tetra�Boxes

• Tetra�(Drink)�Boxes• Pop/Soda�Cans• Plastic�Drink�Bottles• Alcoholic�Cans�&�Bottles

• Clean/Rinse• Lids�Off• Sort�According�to�Size• Return�to�Refunding�Facility

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Contact�InformationPeace�River�Regional�DistrictDawson�Creek�250-784-3200Fort�St.�John�250-785-8084Toll-free�1-888-670-7773 Northern�Environmental�ActionTeam�(NEAT)Fort�St.�John�250-785-6328Dawson�Creek�250-219-6328Chetwynd�250-401-1116www.pRRRdy.comwww.neat.ca

Table of Contents:Landfill�Information......................pg.�2Transfer�Stations........................... pg.�2Recycling�Bin�Locations.................pg.�2

Compost......................................... AprilHousehold�Hazardous�Waste.........MayPeaceful�Waters............................. JuneElectronics�Recycling....................... JulyReturn�It..................................... AugustLitter�"Less"�Lunch.............. SeptemberWaste�Reduction...................... OctoberGreen�Shopping................... NovemberGreen�Christmas....................December

Garden�Recipes............................pg.�12Compost�Tips............................... pg.�12Green�Clean.................................pg.�13Dawson�Creek�&�Area�RecyclingResources..................................... pg.�13Chetwynd,�Tumbler�Ridge�&�Hudson'sHope�Recycling�Resources...........pg.�13Fort�St.�John�RecyclingResources..................................... pg.�14Recycling�Guide...........................pg.�15