Product Care Recycling is seeking a Program Manger, Recycling and Extended Producer Responsibility. Closes: December 8, 2023
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Metro Vancouver is seeking a Project Engineer in the Solid Waste Services Department to help the Metro Vancouver region reach its zero waste and circular economy goals. You will support Metro Vancouver in monitoring and communicating progress through annual solid waste data reports and waste composition studies, and will contribute to the multi-year process of updating the region’s solid waste management plan.
On September 30th, 2023, proposed Regulations Amending Certain Regulations Made by the Department of Environment, which include proposed amendments to the Cross-Border Movement of Hazardous Waste and Hazardous Recyclable Material Regulations, were published in Canada Gazette, Part I Regulations Amending Certain Department of the Environment Regulations. This publication initiates a 60-day public consultation period during which stakeholders and interested parties are invited to submit comments to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) on the proposed Regulations.
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We apologize for the inconvenience. Our website and general email is temporarily unavailable. Please bear with us and check back soon.![]()
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To contact us and register for training or other events, please email [email protected] or call 604-379-5156.![]()
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We appreciate your patience.
Want to learn a bit more about recycling different products, how materials are processed and some general hazardous waste storage and staging? Join us on Wednesday, Oct 11 from 2:30 to 4:00 PM PST as we explore Product Care Recycling. Basic PPE will be required for the tour (safety vest and steel toed shoes).![]()
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Want to network a bit later as well? Join us for Happy Hour at Four Winds Brewing in Delta immediately following the tour.![]()
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RSVP to [email protected]
Landfill Operations plays a crucial role in efficiently managing and disposing of our daily waste. Landfill Operations Basics Training is essential for those in the waste management sector, enabling them to understand the fundamental principles and best practices of operating and maintaining a landfill.![]()
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Join us for the Landfill Operations Basics (LOB) 2-day in-person training at the Ecowaste Landfill in Richmond.![]()
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Space is limited to 18 students. For more details and registration:![]()
swanabc.org/product/landfill-operations-basics-lob-richmond-bc/
Stuart Somerville Memorial Scholarships are sponsored by Ecowaste Industries Ltd., in memory of Stuart Somerville who was a very active member of SWANA and particularly the Pacific Chapter.![]()
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Applications for the 2023 Stuart Somerville Memorial Scholarship is now open. See our website for more details. Application deadline is Oct 20/23.![]()
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swanabc.org/swana-bc-chapter-scholarships/
Ignite your summer with our annual YP BBQ! Unwind and network while relishing some mouthwatering BBQ delights.![]()
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Strengthen your professional circle while savoring sizzling burgers, smokies and other delectable treats. Don’t miss this chance to grill, chill and create lasting memories.![]()
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Make sure to RSVP today to [email protected] by August 15 to secure your spot.![]()
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Date: Wednesday, August 16![]()
Time: 6:00 PM PST![]()
Location: Kitsilano Beach, Vancouver
We Are SWANA Pacific Chapter – BC & Yukon Networking, Training, and Certification for Integrated Waste Resource Management
We are the Pacific Chapter of the Solid Waste Association of North America. As the leading organization in integrated waste resource management in BC and the Yukon, we provide expertise and professional development to practitioners through training, certification, and networking. Explore the About section to find out more about who we are and what we do.
