Wrapping up another successful year of Pop-up Recycling Depots in Lake Country and Peachland

The Regional District of Central Okanagan (RDCO) is pleased to announce the successful completion of the 2025 season for the Pop-up Recycling Depots in Lake Country and Peachland.

A total of 2570 households took advantage of 16 pop-up events this year, diverting more than 13.6 tonnes of recyclable materials from the landfill helping to reduce contamination in curbside carts.

“These pop-up events have proven to be a popular service for the two communities, and we are thrilled with the response we’ve had,” says Cynthia Coates, Supervisor Solid Waste with the Regional District of Central Okanagan. “The success of these events highlights the importance of providing accessible, convenient recycling options for residents. We are grateful for the cooperation we’ve had from both municipalities to promote the events and make them a success.”

The events make it easy and convenient for residents to responsibly dispose of their recyclable materials, especially for those who do not have easy access to local depots, saving residents from driving to nearby municipalities to recycle depot-only materials like flexible plastics, foam packaging and glass containers.

“Recycle BC is grateful for the ongoing support and collaboration with the RDCO to host these events to allow communities across the Central Okanagan to recycle more effectively,” said Brendan McShane, VP, Operations, Recycle BC. “Our continued partnership with the RDCO is key in helping residents of Lake Country and Peachland responsibly manage recyclable materials, keeping these materials out of landfills and protecting our environment for future generations.”

Prizes offered by each municipality provided an additional incentive to attend the events. The District of Peachland offered monthly draws for $50 gift cards to local businesses and the District of Lake Country offered two random monthly draws ($50 gift cards to a local business and for a set of recycling sorting bins or backyard composter) and an e-bike grand prize.

Dorothy Lawrence, winner of the grand prize, thanked the District of Lake Country after receiving a Gazelle e-bike provided by Lake Country Cycle. “I was planning to purchase one next spring, so I’m delighted to win,” Lawrence said. “I can’t wait to ride around Wood Lake and up and down the hills in the area. I encourage others to use the recycling pop-ups for items not allowed in blue bins, as it’s quite a drive for us to use the depots in Vernon or Kelowna.”

The RDCO extends its gratitude to all the residents who participated throughout the year.