Garbage & Recycling
In the RDEK, we have a strong focus on recycling. We have a Recycle BC Depots at all of our staffed transfer stations (Cranbrook, Kimberley, Fernie, Elkford, Sparwood) and at the Invermere Transfer Station in the Invermere Industrial Park that take the widest variety of recyclables including everything from baggies to styrofoam.
There are also over 600 yellow bin recycling bins out across the East Kootenay for the collection of paper, cardboard, tin cans and plastics #1-#6 (no styrofoam).
In addition, there are a number of provincial recycling programs, known as Provincial Extended Producer Programs.
To learn more about our recycling programs, the provincial extended producer programs (like oil, tires, batteries and electronics), or to get the hours of operation for specific transfer stations or landfills, visit the links on the left or engage.rdek.bc.ca/recycle and download the latest recycling guides, ask how to recycle something in the FAQ section or get info on all the items that can go to a Recycle BC Depot.
You can also visit: https://www.rcbc.ca/recyclepedia/search to access the provincial recycling database and search for recycling locations near you.
Yard and Garden Waste
Locations in the RDEK that accept yard and garden waste include the Cranbrook, Kimberley, Elkford, Fernie, Sparwood, Canal Flats, Tie Lake, and Wasa Transfer Stations, as well as the Columbia Valley Landfill. This service is free and available to all residents within the RDEK.
Tipping Fees
- Columbia Valley Landfill User Fees – District of Invermere, Village of Canal Flats, Village of Radium Hot Springs , Electoral Area F, and Electoral Area G
- Central User Fee Schedule - City of Cranbrook, City of Kimberley, Electoral Area B , Electoral Area C, and Electoral Area E
- Elk Valley User Fee Schedule - City of Fernie, District of Elkford, District of Sparwood, and Electoral Area A
Solid Waste Facilities in the RDEK
The RDEK operates 5 urban transfer stations, 15 rural transfer stations and 3 landfills. To find the closest Solid Waste Facility near you, please click on the map below:
2021 Annual Groundwater Monitoring Reports
2020 Annual Groundwater Monitoring Reports
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