All waste generated in the Central Okanagan is transported to the Glenmore Landfill. Disposing of waste in a responsible way contributes to sustainability in your community and will help extend the life of our only local landfill.
Materials must be secured and covered with a tarp for transport to any disposal location. Before heading to any disposal location ensure that your materials are accepted. See banned materials disposal guide for details.
This location is for authorized Traders Cove residents only (i.e. local residents paying utility fees to RDCO). New residents should see site manager for application form to use transfer station.
Location
Bear Lake Main Road and Westside Road, West Kelowna BC
Hours
Winter hours:
(After the Labour Day long weekend to the start of the May long weekend)
Wednesdays from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Holiday closures: December 25 and January 1
Summer hours:
(Start of the May long weekend to the end of the Labour Day long weekend)
Wednesdays from 6:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Sundays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Accepted items
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For a full list of materials accepted at depots visit recyclebc.ca |
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Special events
Hazardous waste and electronic recycling collection
The RDCO hosts a hazardous waste collection event once a year at this transfer station during regular operating hours.
The 2025 Hazardous Waste collection event will be held Saturday, June 14th during the Transfer Station's regular operating hours.
During this one-day event, residents with valid ID cards can dispose of unwanted household hazardous and electronic waste (no commercial waste allowed).
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Accepted:
Not accepted:
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