We are now in Step 3 of the solid waste management plan renewal process. In Step 2 we established the goals and guiding principles to work toward, and now we need to identify ways to achieve these goals. Reducing waste is the priority and we need your input on how we can improve access and convenience of solid waste services to increase waste diversion.
This September we are offering public tours. Our Organics Facility tours on September 21 are now sold out, to learn about future tour opportunities click above to 'Follow' this project.
This summer we are also exploring how we can divert waste from rural communities in Electoral Areas stretching from Mud Bay to Ocean Grove. We have visited several communities, including Cortes Island, Quadra Island, Tahsis, and Zeballos, to speak to residents about their unique challenges with solid waste management. We are also meeting with different sectors, like waste haulers, construction companies and large retailers to explore ideas to meet their needs.
A few strategies are being explored:
- Improved depot network
- Increased education & awareness
- Creating diversion opportunities for construction & demolition material
- Roadside collection of garbage, recycling and/or organics
What else should we consider? If you missed attending an open house, you can still participate in a facility tour or share your ideas below, and use the map to show where you'd like to see a new depot location near you.
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Important Documents
Documents
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2012 CSWM Solid Waste Management PlanPDF (5.37 MB)
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Step 2 What We Heard Summary ReportPDF (15.00 MB)
A summary report outlining what was heard during Step 2 public consultation.
Related CSWM Board Reports
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20210909 CSWM Solid Waste Management Plan Roundtable PresentationPDF (1.93 MB)
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20211015 September 2021 SWMP Roundtable SummaryPDF (287.42 KB)
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20220610 Solid Waste Management Plan RenewalPDF (452.79 KB)
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20220825 Regional Solid Waste Advisory Committee Terms of ReferencePDF (1.42 MB)
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20230113 Appointment of Public RSWAC Members for SWMPPDF (322.94 KB)
Regional Solid Waste Advisory Committee
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Advisory Committee Terms of ReferencePDF (153.01 KB)
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Comox Valley Regional District MapJPEG (231.37 KB)
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Strathcona Regional District MapJPEG (337.04 KB)
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2023 05 11 RSWAC Minutes Meeting 4PDF (6.70 MB)
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2023 04 13 RSWAC Meeting 3PDF (5.79 MB)
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2023 03 16 RSWAC Meeting 2PDF (17.60 MB)
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2023 03 02 RSWAC Tour SummaryPDF (102.85 KB)
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2023 02 16 RSWAC Meeting 1PDF (5.49 MB)