Composting is a process that recycles organic waste including food and yard waste. Finished compost adds important nutrients, improves soil quality and moisture retention. See the Government of BC's Organic waste diversion page for more information, including the role of local governments.
Before composting, consider ways to help your household or business with reducing food waste.
Backyard composting
Composting is nature's way of recycling. If you have space in your yard, a backyard composting unit is a great option - there are several varieties. If you don't have space, for example residents in apartments or condos, a worm composting unit is a smaller, indoor option.
Learn more:
Video resources
Composting 101
Food waste digesters
Unlike composters, food waste digesters do not produce soil. Digesters use heat from the sun and microbial activity to encourage a rapid decomposition process. The final product is a nutrient-rich leachate that is absorbed into the soil. Food digesters take all food waste including meat, bones, dairy, cooked foods and other items regular composters cannot decompose. However, it cannot take garden waste such as grass or leaves.