Brought to you by the SWANA Pacific Chapter YPs The average person discards 81 lbs of textiles every year that is up from 68lbs last year. On Friday April 8th, show your old threads some love and win fabulous prizes!The YP’s are hosting our first ever Previously Loved Threads - Fashion Show Luncheon sponsored by HDR. Don’t miss the opportunity to win one of four prizes: Best in Show Best Fashion Diva Best Dressed Stud Donation Diver (best from the donated clothes rack)
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We are pleased to be hosting the 2016 SWANA Northwest Regional Symposium this coming April 6 – 8 at the Pinnacle at the Pier Hotel in North Vancouver. More than 200 delegates from Washington, Oregon, Yukon and British Columbia will be attending. Don’t miss this opportunity to network and get up to date on the state-of-the-art in the solid waste industry. We have a full slate of SWANA certified training courses taking place in the first part of the week, as well as workshops, tours, 18 session streams, close to 60 presentations and more than 70 speakers. Also attending are more than 25 exhibitors, with a sponsors' reception on the evening of April 6th, and an evening of entertainment (a dinner and a unique show in Vancouver) on Thursday. Most of the sponsorship opportunities are spoken for but there are still a few to choose from.
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April 4-6, 2016 Abbotsford, British Columbia Are you or your staff adequately equipped and trained to operate your compost facility? If not, join us for the Compost Facility Operators Course! SWANA members can apply for 15 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) when they have completed the training program.
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Make sure to join us at the SWANA Canadian Solid Waste Conference May 13 - 15 at the beautiful Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa in Whistler. Early bird registration deadline ends this Friday, March 13. ![]()
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Check out our great speaker line up. lnkd.in/gKK6NsCD![]()
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Early bird registration: lnkd.in/g4ZcAKcM
Don’t delay, early bird registration for the SWANA Canadian Solid Waste Conference is on until Friday, March 13! ![]()
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The agenda is looking super and we have a jam-packed 3 days waiting for you in Whistler. ![]()
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📅 May 11 - 15, 2026![]()
📍 Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa![]()
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Don't miss your chance to connect with other waste management professionals. Make sure to secure your spot today!![]()
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🏠 Accommodation details: lnkd.in/gWpjqAaY
Join us this spring at the SWANA Canadian Solid Waste Conference, taking place May 13–15 at the beautiful Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa in Whistler.![]()
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Connect with industry leaders, explore the latest innovations in solid waste and resource management, and gain valuable insights through engaging technical sessions and networking opportunities.![]()
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Don’t miss out —early bird registration ends March 13. Secure your spot today! swanabc.org/product/swana-canadian-solid-waste-conference-2026/
Landfill Gas Training is coming up on April 9 — and there’s still time to secure your spot!![]()
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Join us in person or online for this comprehensive and practical training designed to strengthen your knowledge of landfill gas operations and management. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your expertise or stay current with industry best practices, this is a session you won’t want to miss.![]()
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Register and find course details here: swanabc.org/product/principles-of-landfill-gas-management-vancouver-bc-april-2026/
The Manager of Transfer Station Systems training course provides a practical, in-depth overview of transfer station design, operations, and management, with a focus on real-world planning challenges, communication strategies, and long-term functionality. The program includes classroom learning, interactive activities, and a facility tour, with all meals provided.![]()
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📍 United Blvd Recycling and Waste Centre, Coquitlam![]()
📅 March 10–12![]()
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The training course is designed to help prepare participants for the SWANA Canadian Transfer Station Systems Certification exam (exam not included in registration).![]()
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👉 Register here: swanabc.org/product/manager-transfer-station-systems-mts-coquitlam/
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.
