Printed Paper and Packaging
Most products that we use on a day-to-day basis come in some sort of plastic packaging. We are proud to have expanded our list of accepted packaging. We accept glass jars, plastic bags and styrofoam.
For a complete list of what we do and do not accept, see below. By choosing to recycle packaging, you’re contributing to cleaner oceans and less waste products in our landfill!
You can recycle your Printed Paper and Packaging at these depots only:
Island Return It Campbell River
Island Return It Duncan
Please visit Recycle BC website for the list of all accepted products.
Mixed recycling section is a big one. It is not because it is made out of plastic that it is recyclable with this program. This program accepts packaging ONLY.
Aluminum container
o Aluminum cans and lids used for food
X Containers for motor oil, vehicle lubricant or antifreeze products
o Corrugated cardboard boxes used for shipping, grocery and liquor store boxes and pizza boxes o Cereal, shoes, tissues, pizza, frozen entrees, desserts, detergent boxes etc.
X Containers for motor oil, vehicle lubricant or antifreeze products
o Newspapers, inserts and flyers X Containers for motor oil, vehicle lubricant or antifreeze products
o Laundry detergent and fabric softener, cleaning solutions, cleaning products, body care products, windshield washer fluid containers, etc.
X Containers for motor oil, vehicle lubricant or antifreeze products
o Clear or coloured non-deposit glass bottles and jars. X Drinking glasses or dishes, cookware We do not accept hot tub covers, insulation, packaging peanuts. These items are considered landfill. o Plastic foam containers and trays used for meat and produce These products listed below are all considered garbage X Liquid-absorbing pads used in trays for meat, poultry, fish, etc.
o Bags for groceries or dry cleaning, bread, newspapers and flyers
X Packaging labelled biodegradable or compostable
Accept Products:
o Aluminum foil wrap and foil take-out containers, including pie plates, food trays, etc.
o Empty aluminum aerosol containers used for food, air fresheners, shaving cream, deodorant, hairspray, foam insulation, etc.Not Accepted Products
Packaging paper Containers and cardboard
X Packaging labelled biodegradable or compostable
X Liquid-absorbing pads, e.g., in trays of meat, poultry, fish, etc.
X Ceramic plant pots
X Lawn edging, tarps, plastic furniture or toys
X Garden hoses
X Plastic string or rope
X Paper envelope with bubble wrapped inside
Accept Products:
o Cardboard packaging for cannabis product
o Cardboard flats for bulk bottled water, soft drinks, cans, food, etc.
o Cores for paper towels and toilet tissue
o Egg cartons, take-out beverage trays, paper-based plant pots
o Paper bags (also called kraft paper) and envelopes
o Multi-layered paper bags for flour, sugar, etc.
o Paper cups for hot and cold beverages
o Cartons and boxes for cream, substitute eggs, broth, sauces, etc.
o Clean Frozen dessert boxes for ice cream, frozen yogurt, etc.Not Accepted Products
PAPER
X Packaging labelled biodegradable or compostable
X Liquid-absorbing pads, e.g., in trays of meat, poultry, fish, etc.
X Ceramic plant pots
X Lawn edging, tarps, plastic furniture or toys
X Garden hoses
X Plastic string or rope
X Paper envelope with bubble wrapped inside
Accept Products:
o Magazines and catalogues
oTelephone books and other directories
o Writing and home office paper, paper envelopes, and notepads
o Paper gift wrap and greeting cards
o Shredded paper – bring it in a paper bag or small boxNot Accepted Products
PLASTIC CONTAINERS
X Packaging labelled biodegradable or compostable
X Liquid-absorbing pads, e.g., in trays of meat, poultry, fish, etc.
X Ceramic plant pots
X Lawn edging, tarps, plastic furniture or toys
X Garden hoses
X Plastic string or rope
X Paper envelope with bubble wrapped inside
Accept Products:
o Plastic bottles with screw caps, spray pump, or pull-up tops for food, dish soap, mouthwash, shampoos, conditioners and other personal care products, pills and vitamins, laundry products, etc.
o CLEAN Plastic jars with wide mouths and screw-top lids for peanut butter, jam, nuts, condiments, vitamins and supplements, personal care products, etc.
o Plastic packaging for cannabis product
o Plastic clamshells with hinged or click-closed tops for baked goods, fruit, produce, eggs, etc.
o Plastic black-bottom trays and clear tops for deli chicken, single-serve meals, prepared foods, baked goods, housewares, and hardware such as screws or picture hangers, etc.
o Plastic tubs and lids for food such as margarine and spreads, dairy products such as yogurt, cottage cheese, sour cream, ice cream, etc.
o Plastic cold drink cups with lids for take-out beverages
o Plastic garden pots and trays for bedding plants, seedlings, vegetable plants, etc.
o Plastic pails less than 25L for laundry detergent, ice cream, pet food, etc.
o Clean Microwavable bowls and cups
o Empty single-use coffee and tea pods; remove coffee, lids and do not include lids with recyclingNot Accepted Products
X Packaging labelled biodegradable or compostable
X Liquid-absorbing pads, e.g., in trays of meat, poultry, fish, etc.
X Ceramic plant pots
X Lawn edging, tarps, plastic furniture or toys
X Garden hoses
X Plastic string or rope
X Paper envelope with bubble wrapped inside
GLASS
Accept Products:
Not Accepted Products
X Whole or broken window glass or mirrors
X Ceramic products
WHITE STYROFOAM / COLORED STYROFOAM
Accept Products:
o Styrofoam egg cartons
o Styrofoam clamshells, cups and bowls for take-out food
o Styrofoam packaging to protect electronics, small appliances, etc.Not Accepted Products
X Labels, tape, paper and cardboard on foam packaging
X Foam peanuts, packing chips, or noodles
X Blue or pink foam board insulation
X Squishy or flexible foam
X Furniture cushions
PLASTIC BAGS, OVERWRAP and OTHER FLEXIBLE PACKAGING
Good news, now plastic bags and crinkly packaging can be mixed.
Accepted Products
o Bags for produce, dry bulk foods and frozen vegetables
o Outer bags and wrap for diapers, feminine hygiene products, paper towels, tissues and soft drink can flats
o Bags for water softener salt and garden products
o Overwrap on mattresses, furniture and electronic equipment
o Zipper lock and tear-open pouches for cannabis product
o Stand-up pouches for dried fruit and nuts, quinoa, grated cheese, dish detergent pods, etc.
o Bags for potato chips, wrappers for cheese slices and candy bars, cereal bags
o Packaging for dry pasta, pre-packaged deli meats
o Net bags for avocados, onions, citrus fruit
o Padded protective plastic like plastic shipping envelopes, bubble wrap, plastic air packets
o Flexible packaging with plastic seals for fresh pasta, cheese, deli meats. Plastic seals, like those used on yogurt containers, are also acceptedNot Accepted Products
X Lumber or construction wrap
X Garbage bags (all colours)
X Any bag sold as a product
X Cellophane wrap
X Plastic strapping
X Biodegradable plastic|
X PVC/vinyl
X Garbage bags (all colours)