As we approach one year since China announced its first set of waste restrictions, the recycling landscape has changed dramatically — from stringent contamination standards, to volatile prices, to new markets. This SWANA webinar, taking place on Thursday, June 28, 2018 at 1:45 PM ET will explore the state of North American recycling and what SWANA is doing to help municipal officials and others respond to this growing challenge.
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News & Updates
Silver Spring, MD – The Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) is proud to announce the winners of the 2018 Excellence Awards, featuring prominent programs and facilities in 13 different categories in a range of solid waste industry areas. Award winners represent the most innovative and dynamic organizations throughout North America as judged by their peers, and SWANA is proud to recognize their accomplishments.
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Thank you for helping to make our Pacific Conference & Tradeshow a huge success! We wanted to thank those who attended and helped make our conference & tradeshow such a huge success! We hope that you enjoyed the event and have gained insight from our speakers, presenters and exhibitors, some of whom travelled from other provinces and U.S. states to share their knowledge and enthusiasm with us. We also hope that you were able to connect with former colleagues and make new acquaintances.
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Join us for all of our upcoming training this fall. - Manager of Landfill Operations (MOLO): In-person - Kelowna - October 20 - 22/26 swanabc.org/product/manager-of-landfill-operations-molo-kelowna-2026/- Landfill Operations Basics (LOB): Virtual - October 27 - 29/26 - 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM Pacific time daily swanabc.org/product/landfill-operations-basics-virtual-training-october-2026/- Compost Facility Operator: In-person - Kelowna - November 3 - 5/26 swanabc.org/product/compost-facility-operator-course-kelowna-2026/- Disaster Debris Management: Virtual - December 7 & 8/26 - 8:00 AM - 4 PM Pacific time daily swanabc.org/product/disaster-debris-management-training-virtual/
Join us Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at the Anvil Centre for a full day of education, networking and collaboration with solid waste professionals from across BC and the Yukon.Our lineup of sessions include (subject to changes): safety, reuse and recycling, soil processing and washing, EPR, and Provincial and First Nations updates.Whether you’re looking to learn, connect, share ideas, or showcase your organization, SWANA Day 2026 is a great opportunity to spend the day with colleagues and industry leaders. Virtual registration also available!Register for SWANA Day 2026: swanabc.org/product/swana-day-2026/
Join our Compost Facility Operators Training Course taking place at the Glenmore Landfill in Kelowna on November 3, 4 & 5, 2026. This 3-day hands-on training covers feedstock composition, compost science, marketing, odour control, safety, regulations, and more. The course includes a field tour, hands-on exercises, equipment demonstrations, and a copy of the Composting Handbook. Make sure to grab your registration today: swanabc.org/product/compost-facility-operator-course-kelowna-2026/
Registration is open for the SWANA Manager of Landfill Operations (MOLO) Training, taking place October 20–22, 2026, in Kelowna, BC.Designed for current and aspiring landfill managers, this comprehensive three-day course provides the knowledge and practical skills needed to effectively manage landfill operations, regulatory compliance, environmental protection, and site safety.📅 Dates: October 20–22, 2026📍 Location: Kelowna, BCDon't miss this opportunity to learn from industry experts, connect with peers, and strengthen your professional expertise.Make sure to register today and take the next step in your landfill operations career! swanabc.org/product/manager-of-landfill-operations-molo-kelowna-2026/
A huge thank you to Ocean Legacy for hosting our SWANA Pacific Chapter Young Professional facility tour last week! We also extend our thanks to everyone who joined us for this engaging behind-the-scenes experience. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow industry professionals, learn about innovative solutions for recovering and recycling marine plastics and gain valuable insights into the important work being done to advance circular economy. We look forward to seeing you at a future SWANA Young Professionals event!
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.
