The Recycling Regulation, under authority of the Environmental Management Act, sets out the requirements for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) in BC EPR requires producers to take responsibility for designated products, including collection and recycling. This gives producers the flexibility to find efficient and innovative ways to meet regulated outcomes that prevent waste disposal, improve recycling, and support re-use and resource recovery.
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CCME has posted Best Management Practices for Disposal Bans, Levies and Incentives for End-of-Life Plastics.
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The British Columbia (B.C.) Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy (the ministry) has published a Hazardous Waste Regulation Policy Intentions Paper. BC is engaging with key partners and stakeholders on these proposed amendments through this Intentions Paper.
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Welcome to beautiful Whistler! ![]()
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The mountains are calling, the sun is shining, and we’re excited to kick off an incredible conference! Safe travels to everyone joining us — we can’t wait to welcome you and make this an unforgettable experience!![]()
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Another can’t-miss session at the upcoming sold-out SWANA Canadian Solid Waste Conference 2026!![]()
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Join us on Thursday May 14 at the Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa for an insightful session 2A - Understanding the Federal Plastics Registry Requirements. ![]()
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Charlotte Masemann - Environment & Climate Change Canada (ECCC)![]()
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Karen Storry - Metro Vancouver![]()
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Lee-Anne Bell - City of Calgary![]()
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Tim Sharp - City of Toronto![]()
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This session will help you understand the federal plastics registry requirements to track the movement of plastics through the Canadian economy. We look forward to welcoming attendees for what promises to be a valuable and engaging discussion.![]()
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Our sold-out Canadian Solid Waste Conference presents Circular Economy in Action with Dr. Blair Wallace, Duncan Andrews, Rhiannon Moore, and Beverley Dondale. ![]()
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Discover how innovative strategies like reuse, repair, recycling, and industrial symbiosis are transforming waste into opportunity while reducing emissions and advancing sustainable, regenerative systems. ![]()
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Another can’t-miss session at the upcoming sold-out SWANA Canadian Solid Waste Conference 2026!![]()
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Join us on Thursday May 14 at the Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa for an insightful session 4B: Opportunities for Waste to Energy (WTE), featuring an incredible lineup of industry experts:![]()
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Marco Fontana-Giusti - Veolia & Chris Allan - Metro Vancouver![]()
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Bruce Howie - HDR![]()
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Jean Lucas - Eco Waste Solutions![]()
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Rory Tooke - Capital Regional District![]()
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This session will explore the latest in waste management, energy recovery opportunities, circular waste to energy systems and more! A special thank you to our session sponsor Eco Waste Solutions![]()
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We look forward to welcoming attendees for what promises to be a valuable and engaging discussion.![]()
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Get ready for a powerful and insightful conversation at Session 7A – Packaging & Paper Products (PPP): Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Across the Country - on May 15 at the SWANA Canadian Solid Waste Conference.![]()
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Hear from an incredible lineup of speakers:![]()
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Lyndsey Chauhan - Recycle BC & SK Recycles![]()
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Andrea Trask - Municipality of East Hants![]()
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Allen Langdon - Circular Materials![]()
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Don’t miss this opportunity to gain real-world insights, innovative strategies, and practical solutions driving the circular economy forward. A special thank you to our session sponsor, Circular Materials.![]()
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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.
