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Curbside Expanded Organics Program

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We asked and you answered!

We heard from RDN residents that the majority of you would like a larger organics cart to accommodate topping up your carts with yard waste. We’ve developed an optional organics cart upsize program, which allows residents to choose the cart size that fits their individual needs.

From October 28 to November 30, 2024, RDN residents can upgrade their organics cart to a 240L or add an additional 240L cart to their current service.

To pre-order your cart, complete the survey below by November 30, 2024.

**For all orders received by November 30, 2024, the fee to exchange or add a larger organics cart will be discounted to $50 - a savings of $25.

WANT TO LEARN MORE?

  • Please subscribe to receive email updates.

  • Visit the FAQs to learn about the expansion, what can be put into your organics cart and more!

  • Check out our video to learn all about the expanded organics program and how it works.

  • Do you have a question? Post it below and we will answer for all to see. A great way for all to learn.

  • Have general questions about curbside? Contact the team at curbside@rdn.bc.ca or 250-390-6501.

We asked and you answered!

We heard from RDN residents that the majority of you would like a larger organics cart to accommodate topping up your carts with yard waste. We’ve developed an optional organics cart upsize program, which allows residents to choose the cart size that fits their individual needs.

From October 28 to November 30, 2024, RDN residents can upgrade their organics cart to a 240L or add an additional 240L cart to their current service.

To pre-order your cart, complete the survey below by November 30, 2024.

**For all orders received by November 30, 2024, the fee to exchange or add a larger organics cart will be discounted to $50 - a savings of $25.

WANT TO LEARN MORE?

  • Please subscribe to receive email updates.

  • Visit the FAQs to learn about the expansion, what can be put into your organics cart and more!

  • Check out our video to learn all about the expanded organics program and how it works.

  • Do you have a question? Post it below and we will answer for all to see. A great way for all to learn.

  • Have general questions about curbside? Contact the team at curbside@rdn.bc.ca or 250-390-6501.

Q&A

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  • Share We should be encouraged to use a bigger organics cart, not being charged more. also the price can be increased in the future. on Facebook Share We should be encouraged to use a bigger organics cart, not being charged more. also the price can be increased in the future. on Twitter Share We should be encouraged to use a bigger organics cart, not being charged more. also the price can be increased in the future. on Linkedin Email We should be encouraged to use a bigger organics cart, not being charged more. also the price can be increased in the future. link

    We should be encouraged to use a bigger organics cart, not being charged more. also the price can be increased in the future.

    Herbert asked 16 days ago

    Hello and thank you for your comment. The RDN completely agrees with you and that's why the Expanded Organics Program is completely optional and scalable to fit the individual needs of residents. Further, the costs associated with the program are some of the lowest in BC and are intended to ensure accurate cost recovery. 

  • Share Can I put grass clippings in on Facebook Share Can I put grass clippings in on Twitter Share Can I put grass clippings in on Linkedin Email Can I put grass clippings in link

    Can I put grass clippings in

    Derek sutherland asked 4 days ago

    Yes, you can top up your organics cart with grass, leaves and light yard trimmings.

    Light yard trimmings include twigs, small branches and prunings that are less than 1.5 cm (0.5 inches) in diameter and no longer than 60 cm (2 feet). To ensure collection, the lid of the organics cart must be able to fully close.

  • Share Can I use a compostable bag (same type as for food waste) for yard trimmings? on Facebook Share Can I use a compostable bag (same type as for food waste) for yard trimmings? on Twitter Share Can I use a compostable bag (same type as for food waste) for yard trimmings? on Linkedin Email Can I use a compostable bag (same type as for food waste) for yard trimmings? link

    Can I use a compostable bag (same type as for food waste) for yard trimmings?

    glynnishorel asked 16 days ago

    Yes, certified compostable bags are acceptable in your organics cart for food waste and yard trimmings. 

  • Share If I am getting a 240L bin and keeping my 100L bin, do I still have to pay the "exchange" fee? on Facebook Share If I am getting a 240L bin and keeping my 100L bin, do I still have to pay the "exchange" fee? on Twitter Share If I am getting a 240L bin and keeping my 100L bin, do I still have to pay the "exchange" fee? on Linkedin Email If I am getting a 240L bin and keeping my 100L bin, do I still have to pay the "exchange" fee? link

    If I am getting a 240L bin and keeping my 100L bin, do I still have to pay the "exchange" fee?

    DW asked 18 days ago

    The cart exchange fee (also called the admin fee) covers the costs associated with picking up and/or dropping off carts, assigning the new carts to the property's GPS coordinates, and updating the utility billing account information. The fee will be added to a future invoice and applies for both upsize options for the organics cart.

  • Share Is there a more economical way to exchange my bin? Can I bring my old one to the transfer station and pickup a new one? on Facebook Share Is there a more economical way to exchange my bin? Can I bring my old one to the transfer station and pickup a new one? on Twitter Share Is there a more economical way to exchange my bin? Can I bring my old one to the transfer station and pickup a new one? on Linkedin Email Is there a more economical way to exchange my bin? Can I bring my old one to the transfer station and pickup a new one? link

    Is there a more economical way to exchange my bin? Can I bring my old one to the transfer station and pickup a new one?

    DW asked 18 days ago

    Cart exchange and delivery details related to the expanded organics promotion will be communicated to participating residents in the spring via our notification system. Please ensure you are registered to receive notifications (smartphone app, email or phone). Visit https://rdn.bc.ca/curbside-collection for details 

  • Share Will we be able to include wood ash in the organics bin? Wood ash is alkaline, so applying it to compost heaps helps to balance the tendency of compost to be more acidic. It also creates better conditions for composting worms, which will speed up decomposition. on Facebook Share Will we be able to include wood ash in the organics bin? Wood ash is alkaline, so applying it to compost heaps helps to balance the tendency of compost to be more acidic. It also creates better conditions for composting worms, which will speed up decomposition. on Twitter Share Will we be able to include wood ash in the organics bin? Wood ash is alkaline, so applying it to compost heaps helps to balance the tendency of compost to be more acidic. It also creates better conditions for composting worms, which will speed up decomposition. on Linkedin Email Will we be able to include wood ash in the organics bin? Wood ash is alkaline, so applying it to compost heaps helps to balance the tendency of compost to be more acidic. It also creates better conditions for composting worms, which will speed up decomposition. link

    Will we be able to include wood ash in the organics bin? Wood ash is alkaline, so applying it to compost heaps helps to balance the tendency of compost to be more acidic. It also creates better conditions for composting worms, which will speed up decomposition.

    Martindale asked 22 days ago

    Wood ashes should be disposed of in your garbage cart. Please place cold wood ashes inside a bag to avoid spillage during collection. 

  • Share Is it possible/feasible, later, (any time in future), to reduce the total capacity (size), should our needs change? If so, how best to do so? on Facebook Share Is it possible/feasible, later, (any time in future), to reduce the total capacity (size), should our needs change? If so, how best to do so? on Twitter Share Is it possible/feasible, later, (any time in future), to reduce the total capacity (size), should our needs change? If so, how best to do so? on Linkedin Email Is it possible/feasible, later, (any time in future), to reduce the total capacity (size), should our needs change? If so, how best to do so? link

    Is it possible/feasible, later, (any time in future), to reduce the total capacity (size), should our needs change? If so, how best to do so?

    Neufelder asked 25 days ago

    Hello and thank you for your question. Yes, cart exchange requests can be made once within a 12 month period and the applicable exchange fee will apply. Please visit our website for more details. 

  • Share I read that newspaper and other sheets of paper can be used to keep leaves/grass, etc. from sticking to the organics cart by layering them. Could something like a large Canadian Tire garden paper bag be used too? It fits in the cart and all the green waste would be kept from spilling as well. Keep up the good work! on Facebook Share I read that newspaper and other sheets of paper can be used to keep leaves/grass, etc. from sticking to the organics cart by layering them. Could something like a large Canadian Tire garden paper bag be used too? It fits in the cart and all the green waste would be kept from spilling as well. Keep up the good work! on Twitter Share I read that newspaper and other sheets of paper can be used to keep leaves/grass, etc. from sticking to the organics cart by layering them. Could something like a large Canadian Tire garden paper bag be used too? It fits in the cart and all the green waste would be kept from spilling as well. Keep up the good work! on Linkedin Email I read that newspaper and other sheets of paper can be used to keep leaves/grass, etc. from sticking to the organics cart by layering them. Could something like a large Canadian Tire garden paper bag be used too? It fits in the cart and all the green waste would be kept from spilling as well. Keep up the good work! link

    I read that newspaper and other sheets of paper can be used to keep leaves/grass, etc. from sticking to the organics cart by layering them. Could something like a large Canadian Tire garden paper bag be used too? It fits in the cart and all the green waste would be kept from spilling as well. Keep up the good work!

    Tahiet29 asked 24 days ago

    Hello Tahiet29. That's a great question. Yes, paper bags can be used for leaves and grass in your organics cart. It is a great way to keep them from spilling out during collection. Thanks for topping up your organics cart with yard waste!

  • Share Are there any plans in the future to offer compost to RDN taxpayers? on Facebook Share Are there any plans in the future to offer compost to RDN taxpayers? on Twitter Share Are there any plans in the future to offer compost to RDN taxpayers? on Linkedin Email Are there any plans in the future to offer compost to RDN taxpayers? link

    Are there any plans in the future to offer compost to RDN taxpayers?

    jan.king1209 asked 6 months ago

    At this time, there are no concrete plans to offer compost directly to residents. However, we are hopeful that we will be able to provide an opportunity for this next spring.

    In the meantime, if you are interested in acquiring soil produced from our curbside collection program, you can purchase it from the Milner facility at 4299 Biggs Rd. This facility works in partnership with Convertus, the composting facility at Duke Point.

  • Share Can we put garden weeds in your bin now with grass clippings? on Facebook Share Can we put garden weeds in your bin now with grass clippings? on Twitter Share Can we put garden weeds in your bin now with grass clippings? on Linkedin Email Can we put garden weeds in your bin now with grass clippings? link

    Can we put garden weeds in your bin now with grass clippings?

    Mitchell asked over 1 year ago

    Yes, small plants and trimmings can go into the organics cart, as long as they are no larger than 1.5 cm (0.5 inches) in diameter and no longer than 60 cm (2 feet) in length.

    If pulling from the root, please shake off soil and rocks before placing in your cart.

    The following invasive plants are not accepted in the organics cart:

    • Giant Hogweed (Heracleum mantegazzianum)
    • Invasive Knotweeds (Fallopia x / Polygonum polystachum)
    • Garlic Mustard (Alliaria petiolata)
    • Spotted Knapweed (Centaurea maculosa)
    • Wild Chervil (Anthriscus sylvestris)
    • Poison Hemlock (Conium maculatum (T)
    • Gorse* (Ulex europaeus) 
    • Daphne/Spurge-Laurel* (Daphne laureola)
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