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Free to chip your tree
Posted on Tuesday, December 07, 2021 11:58 AM
When you take down your natural Christmas tree after the holidays, dispose of it in an eco-friendly way and have it chipped.
The RDCO Waste Reduction Office recommends giving your tree another life by dropping it off at one of the many free and convenient Chip It locations. The tree will then be chipped and composted into a nutrient rich compost called GlenGrow available at various locations, including the Glenmore Landfill.
Make sure to remove all decorations and tinsel before recycling your tree,...
Joe Rich - Scotty Creek outdoor rinks
Posted on Monday, December 06, 2021 11:44 AM
As winter weather conditions allow, outdoor ice rinks will be open in the RDCO Joe Rich and Scotty Creek community parks.
Typically, these facilities are available starting in late December or early January when there are consistent freezing temperatures.
Information on the status of each outdoor ice rink is available and updated at 250-469-6300.
For everyone’s safety, those using these outdoor skating rinks are asked to follow the latest COVID-19 public health guidelines.
Regional District parks...
Curbside collection and winter conditions
Posted on Friday, December 03, 2021 01:08 PM
With snow back in the forecast after the balmy temperatures of late, the Regional Waste Reduction Office reminds you- please be patient with respect to your waste collection during winter weather events.
During times of heavy snowfall, or excessive inclement weather and icy roadways, if your garbage, yard waste or recycling collection is missed on your regular collection day, please leave your carts out until collection occurs. To ensure your collection is not missed, please do not bring your carts...
Create memories, not garbage
Posted on Wednesday, December 01, 2021 11:14 AM
The holiday season can be a time of great consumption, but it’s still possible to create plenty of memories while also staying low waste. The 'Create Memories, Not Garbage' campaign has all kinds of ideas to help guide you through making thoughtful decisions about your shopping, shipping, packaging gifts, cooking, decorations and more.
With COVID continuing to affect our daily lives, many people’s gift buying habits have shifted. Many are taking care of their holiday shopping early, supporting local...
2022 RDCO Business License
Posted on Friday, November 26, 2021 02:55 PM
Renewal notices are in the mail for Regional District of Central Okanagan business licenses.
All businesses operating in the Central Okanagan East and Central Okanagan West electoral areas are required to have a business license with the Regional District.
December 31 is the deadline for existing business license renewals at the rate of $85. After that date, all license renewals will be $110 which includes a $25 late fee.
The two electoral areas include communities such as Joe Rich, Ellison,...