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Curbside Collection Calendar 2019 - District of Mission
2019
Curbside�Collection Calendar
Curbside Collection Calendar 2019 - District of Mission
Community Message
New�Drywall�Packaging�Requirements�As�Of�January�1
Effective�January�1,�2019,�asbestos�containing�material�(ACM),�including
potential�ACM,�such�as�drywall�pre-dating�1990,�must�be�contained�in�two
CLEAR,�marked,�6-mil�plastic�bags,�in�order�to�be�accepted�at�the�Mission
Landfill.�Bags�should�be�tied�"goose-neck"�style�with�duct�tape,�with�the
inner�bag�placed�upside�down�into�the�outer�bag.�Please�follow�landfill�staff's
instructions�on�where�to�deposit�bags�at�the�site.
Drywall�that�is�clearly�date-stamped�1990�or�later�is�still�accepted�without�bag.
Blue�Bags�To�Be�Phased�Out�By�July�1
Effective�July�1,�2019,�curbside�recyclables�will�be�collected�in�reusable
containers,�rather�than�blue�bags,�in�order�to�completely�keep�film�plastics�out
of�the�mixed�recyclables�stream.�At�the�time�of�printing�this�calendar,�the�District
is�still�evaluating�container�options�for�replacing�blue�bags�in�the�curbside          Spring�Cleanup�Starts�In�April�This�Year!
collection�system.�The�District�will�provide�further�information�to�all�residents�in   With�Spring�Cleanup�extending�over�two�weeks�to�catch�every
the�curbside�collection�area�in�the�spring.                                            household�on�garbage�day,�Household�Hazardous�Waste�Day�fell
                                                                                       on�the�May�long�weekend�in�2018,�and�would�have�continued�to
                                                                                       do�so�till�2021.�We�want�you�to�be�here�to�take�advantage�of�the
                                                                                       opportunity,�so�we�pulled�it�all�ahead�by�a�week.

                                                                                       Get�The�Recycle�Coach�App�
                                                                                       (my-waste�has�rebranded,�same�app,�same�service)�Get�reminders
                                                                                       for�your�curbside�collection�day,�Spring�Cleanup,�Household
                                                                                       Hazardous�Waste�Day�and�the�Rot�Pot�Compost�Giveaway.�The
                                                                                       what-goes-where�feature�helps�with�waste�sorting�and�finding
                                                                                       drop-off�facilities�for�recyclables.�To�download�the�app,�go�to�the
                                                                                       App�Store�or�Google�Play�and�search�for�"recycle�coach".
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Index
Appliance�Recycling,�large................................ 15       Invasive�Plant�Management................................ 8          Use�This�Calendar�To:
Appliance�Recycling,�small................................16        Lightbulb�&�Fixture�Recycling........................7&10
Asbestos�Disposal...............................................1   Medications�Return�Program.............................13            Determine�Your�Collection�Route
Bear�Conflict�Prevention................................... 14      Native�Plant�Gardening...................................... 4       Turn�to�page�2�to�find�your�location
Charitable�Organizations.................................... 5      Outdoor�Equipment�Recycling........................... 17            on�the�map,�then�match�the�colour
Christmas�Tree�Recycling.................................. 17       Paint�&�Paint�Aerosols..................................9&10         and�letter�to�the�monthly�schedules.
Contacts�&�Tips.......................... �back�cover               Produce�Donations........................................... 12      Colours�represent�curbside�collection
Curbside�Collection�Map.................................... 2       Rot�Pot�Composting.......................................2&4         days�in�your�area,�letters�show�your
Curbside�Collection�Rules................................... 2      Rot�Pot�Giveaway........................................ 9&10        days�of�bi-weekly�garbage and�glass
Curbside�Compostables.....................................�4        Smoke�&�CO�Alarms...........................................9        collection.
Curbside�Recyclables.......................................... 3    Spring�Cleanup...................................................9
                                                                    Sprinkling�Restrictions................................ 11&12        Find�Out�How�To�Prepare
Drop-off�Options�for�Recyclables.........................5                                                                               Materials�For�Collection
Food�Donations................................................ 12   Storm�Sewer�Protection.................................... 11
                                                                    Winter�Weather�Delays.......................................6        Turn�to�page�2�for�curbside�collection
Household�Hazardous�Waste........................ 9&10                                                                                   rules�and�setout�times.
                                                                                                                                         Determine�What�Goes�Where
                                                                                                                                         Turn�to�pages�3�and�4�for�a�listing�of
                                                                                                                                         acceptable�items�and�materials.
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Curbside Collection                                                                            No�individual�bin,�bag�or�bundle�may
                                                                                               exceed�20�kg�in�weight.
                               HOW�TO�PREPARE                                                                      PLEASE�NOTE
                  Garbage                   Garbage�is�limited�to�two�80-litre�bins,�not
                                            exceeding�20�kg�in�weight�each,�every�two
                                                                                                   The�switch�to�bi-weekly�garbage�collection,�on
                                                                                                   average,�has�reduced�the�amount�of�garbage
                  Limited�to two�80-L                                                              collected�by�100�tonnes�per�month.�In�direct
                                            weeks.�Bins�must�have�tight�fitting�lids.
                  bins�weighing�up�to                                                              relation,�the�amount�of�compost�collected�has
                  20�kg�each.               Garbage�in�bins�must,�at�a�minimum,�be
                                                                                                   increased�by�100�tonnes�a�month.
                                            contained�in�plastic�shopping�bags�to�prevent
                  BI-WEEKLY�collection.                                                            Composting food�waste�instead�of�burying
                                            wind-blown�litter�during�servicing.
                                                                                                   it reduces�methane�gas�generation.
                                            Excess�garbage�may�be�set�out�in�80-L�bags�with
                                                                                                   Methane�is�a�strong�greenhouse�gas.
                                            an�extra-garbage�sticker.�Stickers�are�$3.50 each
                                                                                                   Thank�you�for�sorting!
                                            and�available�at�City�Hall�and�the�Leisure�Centre.

                  Recyclables               Blue�bags�are collected�WEEKLY�in�unlimited
                                            numbers.
                                                                                                   Materials�are�handsorted.�Please�only
                                                                                                   include�dry,�clean�materials.
                  Mixed recyclables:
                  WEEKLY collection in      Cardboard:�flatten,�place�in�blue�bag�or�bundle        Wet�or�soiled�paper�and�cardboard�develop
                  blue�bags.                and�place�underneath�to�keep�dry. Bundles�are          mold,�rendering�it�unrecyclable.�Plastic
                                            not�to�exceed�90�cm�in�any�dimension.�GLASS            containers�with�residual�product must�be
                  Glass�bottles &�jars:     bottles�and�jars�are�collected�bi-weekly�in�the        disposed�of,�and�result�in�added transportation,
                  BI-WEEKLY�collection      Black�Box�on�garbage�day.                              emissions�and�handling�costs.
                  in�Black�Box�on
                                            NOTE:�effective�July�1,�2019,�recyclables�will         Black�Boxes are available at�Public�Works
                  garbage�day.
                                            be�collected�in�containers,�rather�than�bags.          (33835�Dewdney�Trunk�Road;�604-820-3761).

                  Compostables              Compost�is�collected�in�unlimited�amounts.             All�food�waste�is�collected�at�the�curb,
                                                                                                   including�cooked�table�scraps,�bones,�meat,
                  Food�&�yard�waste:        Food�waste:�Rot�Pots�or�80-litre�bins�with�tight-
                                            fitting�lids�and�orange�stickers. Place�newspaper�on
                                                                                                   cheese,�bread�and�contaminated�paper�(pizza
                  WEEKLY�collection.                                                               boxes,�paper�napkins).
                                            the�bottom�and�between�layers�for�ease�of�service
                  Both�food�and�yard
                                            and�cleaning.                                          Rot�Pots�are available at�Public�Works
                  waste�are�collected�in
                                            Yard�waste:�Rot�Pots,�80-litre�bins�with�lids�and      (33835�Dewdney�Trunk�Road;�604-820-3761).
                  the�same�truck�and�can
                  be�combined�in�the�bin.   orange�stickers,�paper�yard�waste�bags�or�bundles.     Orange�stickers�are available�free�of�charge�at
                                            Bundled�branches�are�not�to�exceed�5�cm�in             City�Hall,�Public�Works�&�Leisure�Centre.
                                            diameter�and�90�cm�in�length.

To�avoid�attracting�wildlife,�only�set�out�materials�between�5:00�am and�8:00�am�on�collection�day.
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Curbside Collection Calendar 2019 - District of Mission
Curbside Recyclables                                                     For�drop-off�information�of�additional�recyclables,
                                                                         please�see�page�5�or�visit�mission.ca/waste

          ACCEPTED�ITEMS�AND�PREPARATION                                                           DO�NOT�INCLUDE
          Glass�Bottles             • pickle�&�jam�jars
                                    • ketchup, oil�&�salad�dressing bottles
                                                                                        •
                                                                                        •
                                                                                            light�bulbs�and�tubes
                                                                                            mirror�and�window�glass
             &�Jars                 • non-refundable�beverage�bottles;�return           •   drinking�glasses
           Place�in�Black�Box           refundables�for�deposit                         •   ceramics�(plates,�mugs,�Pyrex®,�etc)
          on�Your Garbage�Day   Rinse�clean.�Leave�labels�on.�Remove�plastic�and
                                                                                    Lighting�products�(lamps�and fixtures)�and
                                metal lids�and place�in�blue�bag.
                                                                                    lighting�peripherals�(light�bulbs,�fluorescent
                                                                                    tubes�and�compacts,�LEDs�and�halogen�bulbs)
                                                                                    can�be�dropped�off�at�the�Mission�Recycling
                                                                                    Depot.

           Rigid�Plastic            •
                                    •
                                        ketchup,�oil�&�salad�dressing�bottles
                                        detergent, soap�&�shampoo�bottles
                                                                                        • motor�oil�&�other�hazardous�waste
                                                                                        • plastic�items�that�are�not�packaging�(e.g.,
            Packaging               •   clamshells                                        toys, lawn�chairs�and�coat�hangers)
                                    •   ice cream tubs�& yogurt�cups                    • expanded�polystyrene�(Styrofoam™)
                                    •   milk�jugs                                       • plastic�film�(bags�or�wrap)
                                    •   plastic lids
                                                                                    Styrofoam™�and�stretchy�and�non-stretchy
                                                                                    plastic�film�are�not�accepted�in�curbside
                                Rinse�clean.�Remove�lids�and�include�in�blue�bag.   recycling�but�can�be�dropped�off at�the
                                                                                    Mission Recycling Depot.

           Metal�& Tin              • clean�aluminum�take-out�trays�&�tin�foil
                                    • food�&�pet�food�cans�&�lids
                                                                                        • paint�and�paint�aerosol cans
                                                                                        • non-packaging�metal�items�(e.g.,�cooking
           Containers               • metal�lids�from�glass�jars                            pots�or�pans,�utensils,�batteries)
                                                                                        • paper-backed�foil�(take-out�container�lids)
                                Rinse�clean.
                                                                                        • foil�snack�food bags
                                Optional:�remove�paper�labels before�rinsing        Paint�cans�and�paint�aerosols�with�or�without
                                and�include�dry�paper�labels in�the�blue�bag�-      residue�can�be�dropped�off at�the�Mission�Recycling
                                that�way,�the�labels�are�recycled�too.              Depot.
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ACCEPTED�ITEMS�AND�PREPARATION                                                    DO�NOT�INCLUDE
Aerosol�Cans     Empty�containers�only.                                  • paint�aerosol�cans
                                                                         • lubricant�aerosol�cans
                     •   hairspray�bottles
                                                                         • aerosol�cans�with�residue
                     •   foam�dispensing�bottles
                     •   air�freshener�cans                          Paint�aerosols�cans�with�or�without�residue�can
                     •   cooking�oil�spray                           be�dropped�off�at�the�Mission�Recycling�Depot.

Mixed�Paper      Clean�and�dry�paper�only.                               • contaminated�or�wet�paper,�e.g., tissues
                                                                            or�paper�towels.
                     • newspapers,�flyers�& junk�mail
                     • telephone�books,�magazines�& cards                • metallic/glitter�gift�wrap�&�cards
                     • paper�bags, cups &�milk�cartons                   • photographs
                     • paper�egg�cartons &�take-out�trays            Wet�or soiled�paper,�including�tissues,�napkins
                     • office�paper�& envelopes�(windows�&           and�paper�towels, goes�in�the Rot�Pot.�Wet�or
                       staples�OK)                                   contaminated paper will�develop�mold�when
                     • craft�paper�&�non-metallic�gift�wrap          baled�and is�no�longer�recyclable.

 Boxboard            •
                     •
                         cereal,�shoe�&�tissue boxes
                         paper�towel &�toilet�paper cores
                                                                         • food�take-out�containers
                                                                         • donut�boxes
                     •   frozen�dessert�boxes                            • french�fry�cups
                     •   spiral-wound�juice�concentrate�cans         Wet�or�soiled�boxboard�goes�in�the�Rot�Pot.

Corrugated       Boxes�must�be�flattened�and�either�included
                 in�your�blue�bag�or�tied�in�bundles�not�to�exceed
                                                                         • greasy�pizza�boxes
                                                                         • other�contaminated�cardboard
Cardboard        90�cm�in�any�dimension�or a�weight�of�20�kg�per         • wet�cardboard
                 bundle.�Place�bundles�under�your�blue�bag�to        Wet,�greasy or soiled�cardboard goes�in�the Rot
                 keep�them�dry.                                      Pot.�Wet�cardboard�can�also�be�dried for
                                                                     inclusion�in�the�blue�bag.
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All�compostables�can�be�set�out�in�80-L�bins�with�a�lid
Curbside Compostables                                                          and�an�orange�sticker.�Orange�stickers�are�available�at
                                                                               City�Hall�free�of�charge.
                      ACCEPTED�ITEMS�AND�PREPARATION                                                     PLEASE�NOTE
                          Yard            Collected�in�unlimited�amounts�in�80-L�bins
                                          with�an�orange�sticker,�paper�yard�waste
                                                                                            If�you use bags,�make�sure they're�paper�or
                                                                                            compostable�plastic.�Look�for�one�of�these�two
                          Waste           bags�or�compostable�plastic�bags.                 symbols�on�compostable�plastic�bags:
                                               • leaves,�moss�&�weeds
                                               • grass�clippings,�twigs�&�plant trimmings
                                               • branches�up�to�5�cm�in�diameter�and
                                                 90�cm�in�length
                                          Small�branches�may�be�bundled,�rather�than        Consider�leaving�grass�clippings�on�the�lawn
                                          included�in�a�bag�or�bin.                         to�return�nutrients�to�the�soil.

                          Food            Collected�in�unlimited�amounts.                   No�plastics,�metal�or�glass,�please.�Bins
                                                                                            do�not�have�to�be�lined.�Place�crumpled
                                               • fruit/vegetable�wastes�& leftovers
                          Waste                • cooked,�baked &�processed�goods            newspaper�at�the�bottom�of�the�bin�to�soak�up
                                               • bones,�cheese,�meat�&�bread                liquids.
                                               • coffee�grounds,�filters�&�tea�bags         If�you�do�use�a�plastic�liner, ensure�it�is�certified
                                          All�food�waste�must�be�contained�in�a             compostable.�See�above�for the�appropriate
                                          bin with�a�tight-fitting�lid,�such�as�a           symbols.
                                          46-litre�Rot�Pot.                                 Keep�food�waste�in�a�secure enclosure�until
                                                                                            collection�day.

                     Contaminated         Collected�in�unlimited�amounts.                   Contaminated�paper,�yard�and�food�waste
                                                                                            can�be�set�out�in�the�same�container.�To
                                               • pizza�boxes
                        Paper                  • donut�boxes                                control�potential�odours,�layer�food�waste�with
                                               • paper�food�napkins                         dry�leaves�or�small�twigs.
                                               • facial�tissues                             Compost�containing�any�amount�of�food�waste
                                               • wet�newspaper                              must�be�contained�in�a�bin�with�a�tight-fitting
                                          Contaminated�paper�is not�recyclable�but          lid,�such�as�your�Rot�Pot, and�stored�inside.
                                          can�be�composted.�Please�include�these�items
                                          in�your�Rot�Pot.

No�bag,�bin�or�bundle�may�weigh�more�than�20�kg�each.�Store�all�waste�inside�or�secured�until�5:00�am�on�collection�day.
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Support Nature
(And�Your�Own�Well-being)
Natural�habitat�areas�are�disappearing�quickly�due�to�human-related�activities.
You�have�an�opportunity�to�make�it�up�to�nature�in�your�own�backyard.�Living
near�greenspaces�is�also�good�for�your�mental�and�physical�well-being.
Native�plants�are�not�only�low-maintenance,�they�also�provide�important�habitat
for�bees,�butterflies�and�other�beneficial�insects.�We�need�these�pollinators
for�food�production�and�to�keep�ecosystems�balanced.�Native�plants�do�well
without�pesticides�or�fertilizers,�don't�need�to�be�watered�much,�can�stabilize
stream�banks�and�provide�food�and�shelter�for�birds�and�other�wildlife�species.
The�South�Coast�Conservation�Program�(SCCP)�recently�released�the�Gardening
With�Native�Plants�Guide,�which�provides�hands-on�information�on�how�to
create�a�wildlife�habitat�garden.�The�features�pictures�of�40�native�plant�species,
so�you�can�see�at�first�glance�which�plants�may�be�right�for�you!
The�guide�can�be�downloaded�free�of�charge�from�the�SCCP�website�at�sccp.ca
under�Resources�for�Landowners.�Hardcopies�can�be�mailed�for�a�fee�upon
request.
                                   Give�your�plantings�a
                                   headstart�and�pick�up�your
                                   free�cubic�yard�of�Rot�Pot
                                   compost�throughout�April
                                   and�May!�See�March�for�more
                                   information.
Red-flowering�Currant
Photo�Credit:�Tamsin�Baker
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FREE* Recyclables Drop-off Locations                                                                                                               Drop-off�Locations
Antifreeze................................................................................Mission�Recycling�Depot;�usedoilrecycling.com
Appliances,�all�household, except�fridges�or�freezers........................Mission�Recycling�Depot;�electrorecycle.ca
                                                                                                                                                    Mission�Recycling�Depot
Appliances,�metal,�including�fridges�&�freezers....................................................................... Mission�Landfill
                                                                                                                                                      7229�Mershon�Street
Batteries,�automotive,�household,�rechargeable�&�non-rechargeable... Mission�Recycling�Depot;�call2recycle.ca
                                                                                                                                                          (across�from�West�Coast
Beverage�containers,�refundable.....................................................................................Mission�Bottle�Depot
                                                                                                                                                         Express�overflow�parking)
Books..............................................................................................Mission�Recycling�Depot;�readingtree.org
                                                                                                                                                7�days�a�week;�8:30�am�to�4:30�pm
Cell�phones�&�chargers..................................................................... Mission�Recycling�Depot;�call2recycle.ca
                                                                                                                                                Closed�on�Statutory�Holidays�and�Boxing�Day
Clothing.............................................................................................. drop�boxes;�diabetes.ca;�develop.bc.ca
                                                                                                                                                        Phone:�604-814-3555
Electronics�and�electrical�appliances............................... �Mission�Recycling�Depot;�return-it.ca;�electrorecycle.
Gasoline�(must�be�left�in�ULC�approved�can).................................. Mission�Recycling�Depot;�ReGeneration.ca                                  Mission�Landfill
Glass�bottles�and�jars,�household................... Mission�Recycling�Depot;�Mission�Landfill;�Mission�Bottle�Depot                                32000�Dewdney�Trunk�Road
Gypsum�board/drywall..................................................................Mission�Landfill�(NOTE:�tipping�fee�applies)                       (east�of�Stave�Lake�dam)
Household�hazardous�products........................................................Mission�Recycling�Depot;� ReGeneration.ca                   7�days�a�week;�8:00�am�to�5:00�pm
Light�bulbs,�fixtures,�fluorescents,�LEDs...............................................Mission�Recycling�Depot;�lightrecycle.ca                Closed�on�Statutory�Holidays�and�Boxing�Day
Medications, vitamins,�needles.................. pharmacies;�use�proper�containers�for�sharps;�medicationsreturn.ca                                     Phone:�604-826-9008
Oil,�containers�&�filters,�automotive..........................................Mission�Recycling�Depot;�usedoilrecycling.com
                                                                                                                                                     Mission�Bottle�Depot
Oil,�vegetable-based�cooking.................................................................................... Mission�Recycling�Depot
                                                                                                                                                         7233�Park�Street
Outdoor�power�equipment......................................................................... Mission�Recycling�Depot;�opeic.ca
                                                                                                                                                   Mon-Sat:�9:00�am�to�6:00�pm
Paint�&�spray�paint..........................................................................Mission�Recycling�Depot;� ReGeneration.ca
                                                                                                                                                    Sun:�10:00�am�to�4:00�pm
Polystyrene�(Styrofoam™)�packaging....................................Mission�Recycling�Depot�or Mission�Bottle�Depot
                                                                                                                                                      Phone:�604-820-1830
Propane�tanks............................................................................. Mission�Recycling�Depot�or�Mission�Landfill
                                                                                                                                                         Check�for�Holiday�Hours
Scrap�metal,�incl.�hot�water�tanks,�fencing�etc...............................Mission�Recycling�Depot�or�Mission�Landfill
Smoke�alarms�&�carbon�monoxide�detectors.....................................Mission�Recycling�Depot;�alarmrecycle.ca                           Questions�About�Recycling?
Stretchy�plastic�film�and�overwrap........................................ Mission�Recycling�Depot or Mission�Bottle�Depot                          Call�the�Recycling�Hotline
Thermostats.......................................................................MPH�Supply,�32873�London�Ave;�switchthestat.ca                    of�BC�at�1-800-667-4321
Tires,�passenger�vehicle�size�...... retailers�or�Mission�Landfill�(off-rim�free;�on-rim�$1/tire);�tirestewardshipbc.ca                          or�visit�rcbc.bc.ca/recyclepedia
*�unless�otherwise�noted
Donations To Charitable Organizations
MCC�Mission�Thrift�Shop................................................................ 32608�Fraser�Cr.;�604-826-1515
                                                                                                                                   Close The Loop
Clean,�resellable�clothing,�dishes,�furniture,�household�items.�No�encyclopedias*�or�mattresses.                                Consider�purchasing�household�items
                                                                                                                                and�used�clothing�at�a�great�price,
The�Cottage�Thrift�Shop................................................................. 33228�-�1st�Ave;�604-826-5209
                                                                                                                                while�supporting�a�worthy�cause.
Most�resellable�household�items.�No�electronic�equipment*,�encyclopedias*,�appliances*,
children's�safety�equipment�or�mattresses.                                                                                      Give�new�life�to�once�loved�clothing
                                                                                                                                items�by�donating�them�to�local
Habitat�for�Humanity�Restore......................... 31877�South�Fraser�Way,�Abbotsford;�604-557-1020
                                                                                                                                charities. See�the list�of�drop-off
Lumber,�metal�products,�construction�&�renovation�items�(e.g.,�cupboards,�sinks,�cabinets),�furniture.
                                                                                                                                locations�accepting�donations�on�this
Fronya�Thrift�Boutique.........................................................33173-1st�Ave,�Mission;�604-820-5071             page.
Gently�used�women's�clothing,�shoes�and�accessories.
Food�Donations�......................................................................................please�see�July�feature.            Donation�Bins
                                                                                                                                     There�are�several�donation�bins
                                                                                                                                     for�reusable�clothing�and�books
                           *accepted�at�the�Mission�Recycling�Depot�(7229�Mershon�Street;�604-814-3555)                             located�around�town.�Please�see
                                                                                                                                 links�below�for�specific�bin�locations.

                                                                                                                                            Clothing
                                                                                 Please�only�drop�off                           Developmental�Disabilities�Association
                                                                                                                                          develop.bc.ca
                                                                                  wanted�materials.                                Canadian�Diabetes�Association
                                                                                 Unsuitable�donations                                       diabetes.ca
                                                                               are�a�liability,�not�a�gift.
                                                                                                                                                Books
                                                                                                                                             Reading�Tree
                                                                                                                                            readingtree.org
Winter Games
  - Be A Good Sport
Curbside�Collection
(It's�All�Fun�Until�Somebody�Gets�Hurt)
It�is�not�safe�to�manoeuvre�large�collection�vehicles�down�slippery�and narrowed
roadways.�If�your collection�is�missed�due�to�bad�weather,�please�be�patient
and�check�the�District's�website�(mission.ca),�or�call�the�curbside�collection
contractor�at�604-820-6487�for�updates.
Road�Clearing
(Marathon�Plow�Driving)
During�snowfall�events,�District�crews�work�around�the�clock�to�clear�snow�and
ice�from�roads�on�a�priority�basis. Please�note�that�roads�are�not�cleared�to�bare
pavement.�Check�the�District's�website�(www.mission.ca)�or call�Public�Works�at
604-820-3761�for�updates.

Clearing�Sidewalks
(Cardio�And�Strength�Training)
Residents�are�responsible for�keeping sidewalks in�front�of�their�homes�free�of
snow�and�ice. Please�ensure�safe�passage�for�everyone,�including�elderly�people
and�people�with�mobility�issues,�to�avoid�liabilities.�If�you�have�a�neighbour�who
cannot�clear�the�sidewalk,�consider�offering�help.
Preventing�Flooding
(Freestyle)
Snow�and�ice�accumulations�can block�street�drains.�Do�not�deposit�snow
near grates but�clear�snow�from�grates�to�prevent�road�flooding.
January 2019
     SUNDAY            MONDAY             TUESDAY                WEDNESDAY        THURSDAY          FRIDAY                     SATURDAY

                                     1     New�Year's�Day   2                3               4                            5
Asbestos�containing�materials,
                                     NO�COLLECTION                                           Rumpelstiltskin
including�drywall�pre-dating�1990,   RECYCLING�DEPOT                                         Jan�4-6�&11-13;
must�now�be�contained�in�two         &�LANDFILL�CLOSED                                       openingnitetheatre.com
CLEAR,�marked�plastic�bags.                                        Zone�A          Zone�A           Zone�A

6                 7                  8                      9                10              11                           12

                       Zone�A              Zone�B                  Zone�B          Zone�B            Zone�B

13                14                 15                     16               17              18                           19
                                                                                             Business�Excellence
                                                                                             Awards;�Best�Western;
                                                                                             6:30�-�10:30�pm
                                                                                             missionchamber.bc.ca
                       Zone�B              Zone�A                  Zone�A          Zone�A           Zone�A

20                21                 22                     23               24              25                           26

                       Zone�A              Zone�B                  Zone�B          Zone�B            Zone�B

27                28                 29                     30               31              Tree-cycle�Your�Christmas�Tree!
                                                                                             At�the�curb: remove�all�decorations,�cut�in�half�and
                                                                                             set�out�on�collection�day.�At�the�landfill:�remove�all
                                                                                             decorations,�drop�off�for�free�any�day.�Limit:�one
                       Zone�B              Zone�A                  Zone�A          Zone�A    tree�per�household.
February 2019
     SUNDAY             MONDAY                   TUESDAY        WEDNESDAY                THURSDAY                FRIDAY        SATURDAY

                                                                                                            1             2     Groundhog�Day
Lighting�Products�Are�Accepted�At:
     • Mission�Recycling�Depot,�7229�Mershon�Street
     • RONA,�7072�Wren�Street
     • London�Drugs,�32555�London�Avenue                                                                         Zone�A

3                  4                        5              6                        7                       8             9

                         Zone�A                  Zone�B           Zone�B                  Zone�B                 Zone�B

10                 11                       12             13                       14    Valentine's�Day   15            16

                         Zone�B                  Zone�A           Zone�A                  Zone�A                 Zone�A

17                 18          Family�Day   19             20                       21                      22            23
                   NO�COLLECTION
                   RECYCLING�DEPOT
                   &�LANDFILL�CLOSED

                                                 Zone�A           Zone�B                  Zone�B                 Zone�B

24                 25                       26             27                       28
                                                           Environm'l�Mind�Grind;
                                                           Sevenoaks�Mall,�Abb.
                                                           acsrecycling.ca

                         Zone�B                  Zone�B           Zone�A                  Zone�A
Beware Of These Plants
Giant�Hogweed                                                                          Knotweed
Giant�Hogweed�can�cause�third�degree          Mature Hogweed
                                                                                       Knotweed�(Japanese,�Himalayan,�giant�and�bohemian)�is�not�a
burns,�blindness�and�permanent                                                         health�hazard,�but�it�is�highly�invasive�and�can�grow�through
scarring�on�contact.�It�can�reach�5�metres                                             concrete,�including�building�foundations.�Its�root�system
in�height�and�features�white,�umbrella-like                                            can�extend�20�metres�sideways�and�5�metres�into�the�ground.
flowerheads�that�produce�up�to�50,000
seeds.                                                                                 Conventional�control�methods,�such�as�digging�up�the�roots�or
                                                                                       mowing�the�plant,�only�encourage�its�growth.�Stem�segments
  Young                                                                                of�less�than�2�cm�in�length�can�sprout�new�growth.�It�is�possible
  Hogweed                                                                              to�manage�small�infestations�manually�by�making�one�clean
                                                                                       cut�to�the�stems�close�to�the�ground�before�seed�set,�and�then
                                                                                       drying�out�the�plant�material�before�disposing�of�it,�but�it�can
                                                                                       take�several�years�to�deplete�the�root�system�in�this�manner.
                                                                                       Knotweed�emerges�in�early�spring,�and�due�to�its�segmented
                                                                                       stem,�is�often�mistaken�for�bamboo.

Hogweed�emerges�in�March,�and�is�much�more�easily�addressed�when�small.�If
you�encounter�this�plant�anywhere,�do�not�come�in�contact�with�it�and
report�its�location�to�the�District�at�604-820-3736�or�engineering@mission.ca.

What�To�Do
Immediately�report�any�hogweed�sightings�to�the�District�at�604-820-3736.�Do�not
touch�any�part�of�the�plant�to�avoid�injury.                                                                               Knotweed
                                                                                          Knotweed
If�you�find�knotweed�on�your�property,�please�contact�the�District�to�be�connected        in�Early                         in�Late
with�the�District's�contractor�for�noxious�weed�control.�The�contractor�will�be�able      Spring                           Summer
to�provide�free�advice�for�property�owners�who�wish�to�conduct�their�own�removal
efforts,�and�will�also�be�available�to�treat�knotweed�infestations�at�a�cost.          More�information�on�noxious�weeds�at�www.fviss.ca.
March 2019
     SUNDAY                   MONDAY        TUESDAY          WEDNESDAY               THURSDAY          FRIDAY                  SATURDAY

Rot�Pot�Compost�Giveaway�In�April�And�May!                                                      1                         2
You�can�pick�up�your�free�cubic�yard�of�compost�at�the�Mission�Landfill�(32000�Dewdney
Trunk�Road)�throughout�the�months�of�April�and�May.�Bring�a�shovel�and�containers�-�self-
load�only.�Rot�Pot�compost�will�also�be�available�from�June�to�October�at�$25/tonne.                   Zone�A

3                        4             5                6      Ash�Wednesday    7               8        International    9
                                                                                                         Women's�Day

                              Zone�A        Zone�A             Zone�B                 Zone�B           Zone�B

10   Daylight�Saving     11            12               13                      14              15                        16
               starts

                              Zone�B        Zone�B             Zone�A                 Zone�A           Zone�A

17   St.�Patrick's�Day   18            19               20      Spring�begins   21              22                        23

                              Zone�A        Zone�A             Zone�B                 Zone�B           Zone�B

24                       25            26               27                      28              29                        30
                                                                                                Humane�Soc.�Bake�Sale;    Steampunk
                                                                                                Prospera�Credit�Union;    The�Stage
31                                                                                              Mar�29-30;�starts�at�10   604-826-0029
                                                                                                junmo99@outlook.com       missionartscouncil.ca
                              Zone�B        Zone�B             Zone�A                 Zone�A           Zone�A
Spring Cleanup 2019
Curbside�collection�residents�may�set�out�up�to�two�cubic�metres�of�additional�garbage�or�bulky                Household�Hazardous
items�on�their�regular�garbage�collection�day.�One�cubic�metre�is�equivalent�to�six�bags�of�garbage            Waste�Day
or�one�stove.�Please�check�the�map�on�page�2�to�determine�your�garbage�collection�route�(A�or�B).
                                                                                                               Household�hazardous�wastes,�such
Items�set�out�at�the�curb�must�not�be�loose�and�must�be�manageable�by�two�people.�Excess
                                                                                                               as�corrosive,�flammable�or�unknown
or�unacceptable�materials�will�be�left�at�the�curb,�and�prompt�cleanup�of�"leftovers"�remains�the�resident's
                                                                                                               substances,�can�be�dropped�off�on
responsibility.�Fines�apply.
                                                                                                               Saturday,�May�11,�from�9:00�am�to
Materials�EXCLUDED�From�Spring�Cleanup�Collection:                                                             1:00�pm�at�the�Mission�Recycling�Depot
Electronics:�computers,�monitors,�audio�equipment�etc.                                                         free�of�charge.
Renovation�waste:�flooring,�windows,�lumber,�drywall,�sinks,�toilets�etc.                                      The�event�is�paid�for�by�District�of�Mission
Hazardous�materials:�paint,�solvents,�pesticides,�sharps,�fluorescent�lights�etc.                              and�Electoral�Area�C,�F�&�G�taxpayers
Vehicle�parts:�tires,�batteries,�motor�oil,�antifreeze�etc.                                                    and�will�be�restricted�to�residents�from
                                                                                                               these�communities.�Proof�of�residency�is
Year-round,�FREE�Drop-off�Options:                                                                             required.
                                                                                                               No�commercial,�industrial�or
                                                                                                               agricultural�products,�please!
Get�up�to�1�cubic�yard�of�free�Rot�Pot�compost�at�the
April 2019                                                        Mission�Landfill�any�day�of�the�week�in�April�and�May.
       SUNDAY                   MONDAY                  TUESDAY        WEDNESDAY         THURSDAY           FRIDAY                  SATURDAY

                           1    April�Fool's�Day   2              3                 4                 5                        6
Don't�forget
your�shovel�&
container,�self-
load�only!
                                Zone�A                  Zone�A           Zone�B           Zone�B            Zone�B

7                          8                       9              10                11                12                       13

                                Zone�B                  Zone�B           Zone�A           Zone�A            Zone�A

14         Palm�Sunday     15                      16             17                18                19       Good�Friday     20
                                                                                                      NO�COLLECTION
                                                                                                      RECYCLING�DEPOT
                                                                                                      &�LANDFILL�CLOSED

                                Zone�A                  Zone�A           Zone�B           Zone�B

21       Easter�Sunday     22        Earth�Day,    23             24                25                26                       27
      RECYCLING�DEPOT            Easter�Monday                                                        Age�of�Arousal
     &�LANDFILL�CLOSED                                                                                Apr�26�-�May�12
        Easter�Egg�Hunt;                                                                              openingnitetheatre.com
           Heritage�Park
          604-826-0277          Zone�B                  Zone�B           Zone�B           Zone�A            Zone�A

28                         29                      30             Spring�Cleanup�is�Here!
                                                                  We�moved�it�up�a�bit�to�avoid�holding�HHW�Day�on�the
                                                                  May�long�weekend.�Please�put�out�your�extra�materials�on
                                Zone�A                  Zone�A    your�scheduled�collection�day�with�one�of�these�symbols.
May 2019
     SUNDAY                     MONDAY                   TUESDAY                WEDNESDAY        THURSDAY        FRIDAY        SATURDAY

                                                                           1                2               3             4
                                                                                                                          Green�Thumb�Plant�Sale
                                                                                                                          for�4�Animal�Charities;
                                                                                                                          32965-4th�Ave;�9-3
                                                                                                                          junmo99@outlook.com
                                                                                  Zone�A          Zone�B         Zone�B

5                          6                       7                       8                9               10            11
Green�Thumb�Plant�Sale                                                                                                    Household�Hazardous
 for�4�Animal�Charities;                                                                                                  Waste�Day;
    32965-4th�Ave;�9-3                                                                                                    Mission�Recycling
junmo99@outlook.com                                                                                                       Depot;�9-1
                                 Zone�B                   Zone�B                  Zone�B          Zone�A         Zone�A

12       Mother's�Day      13                      14                      15               16              17            18
Green�Thumb�Plant�Sale
 for�4�Animal�Charities;
        32965-4th�Ave;
      May�11�&�12;�9-3
junmo99@outlook.com              Zone�A                   Zone�A                  Zone�A          Zone�B         Zone�B

19                         20       Victoria�Day   21                      22               23              24            25
                           NO�COLLECTION           Sunset�Market;
                           RECYCLING�DEPOT         Heritage�Park;�5-9�pm
                           &�LANDFILL�CLOSED       604-826-0277

                                                          Zone�B                  Zone�B          Zone�B         Zone�A

26                         27                      28                      29               30              31            Sprinkling
                                                                                                                          restrictions�are
                                                                                                                          now�in�effect.Visit
                                                                                                                          ourwatermatters.ca
                                                                                                                          for�details.
                                 Zone�A                   Zone�A                  Zone�A          Zone�A         Zone�B
Only Rain In Your Drain
Even�Clean�Tap�Water�Can�Pollute�Fish�Habitat
Unlike�water�that�goes�down�your�household�drain,�water�that�flows�into�storm�drains�is�not
treated�or�filtered,�and�all�storm�drains�eventually�lead�to�fish-bearing�creeks,�rivers�or�lakes.
Many�municipal�water�supply�disinfection�systems�include�the�use�of�hypochlorite,�which�is�very
toxic�to�aquatic�organisms.�Hypochlorite�is�also�the�active�ingredient�in�many�household�bleach
products.�It�is�therefore�important�to�never�introduce�wash�water�from�vehicles�or�driveways�into
storm�drains,�and�even�straight�tap�water�should�not�be�allowed�to�flow�into�storm�sewer�intakes.
                                          Never�use�bleach�when�cleaning�concrete�or�asphalt
                                          surfaces,�such�as�driveways,�and�direct�runoff�to�a�porous
                                          surface,�such�as�gravel�or�grass.�Clean�paint�brushes�and
                                          rollers�inside�your�home,�so�that�the�wash�water�will�go
                                          to�the�sanitary,�rather�than�the�storm�sewer.

Visiting�a�commercial�car�wash�is�the�best
option�for�cleaning�your�vehicle,�as�wash
water�from�these�operations�is�directed�to
the�sanitary�sewer�and�receives�treatment.
If�you�must�wash�your�vehicle�at�home,
it�is�best�practice�to�do�so�on�a�grass
or�gravel�area,�so�that�wash�water�can
infiltrate�into�the�ground.�Sparing�use�of�a
biodegradable,�phosphate-free�detergent
should�not�damage�your�lawn.
June 2019
        SUNDAY                     MONDAY         TUESDAY                WEDNESDAY        THURSDAY        FRIDAY                 SATURDAY

Sprinkling�Restrictions�Are�In�Effect�From�May�To�September                                                                 1
Visit�ourwatermatters.ca�for�current�status.
Envision�Twilight�Concert�Series�Starts�Late�This�Month
Visit�mission.ca/events�for�full�details.
2                             3             4                       5                6               7                      8

                                   Zone�B          Zone�B                  Zone�B          Zone�B         Zone�A

9                             10            11                      12               13              14                     15
        Children's�Festival
             Heritage�Park
            604-826-0029
     missionartscouncil.ca
                                   Zone�A          Zone�A                  Zone�A          Zone�A         Zone�B

16          Father's�Day      17            18                      19               20              21         National    22
          Old�Car�Sunday;                   Sunset�Market;                                                Aboriginal�Day,
            Heritage�Park                   Heritage�Park;�5-9�pm                                         Summer�begins
           604-826-0277                     604-826-0277

                                   Zone�B          Zone�B                  Zone�B          Zone�B         Zone�A

23                            24            25                      26               27              28                     29

30
                                   Zone�A          Zone�A                  Zone�A          Zone�A         Zone�B
Backyard Harvest
There's�nothing�like�fresh,�ripe,�tasty�fruit�and�produce�from�your�own�garden.
Whether�you�make�a�point�of�growing�your�own�produce,�or�whether�you
happen�to�have�a�couple�of�fruit�trees�in�your�yard,�it�is�important�to�stay�ahead
of�the�bears�(and�rats!),�when�it�comes�to�harvest�time.�
Of�course,�the�amount�of�fruit�and�produce�ripening�all�at�once�can�be
overwhelming.�If�you�find�yourself�with�an�overabundance�of�fruit�or�produce,
consider�donating�it�to�one�of�the�charitable�organizations�below:
Copper�Hall�-�serves�the�community�breakfast�most�days�of�the�week�to�over
70�people�per�day.�Contact�Carrie�Prentice�at�missionhopecentral@gmail.com.
Mission�Friendship�Centre�-�holds�a�drop-in�lunch�every�week�day�for�over
100�people�per�day.�Contact�Michele�Lylyk�at�programdirector@mifcs.bc.ca.
Mission�Youth�House�-�contact�Samantha�Collett�at�slcollett@hotmail.com.
St.�Joseph's�Food�Bank�-�contact�Ron�Leger�at�ron@accountantsoffice.ca�or
call�604-425-0392,�ext.�4.

                          Need�Help?�Try�Mission�Gleaners
                          Mission�Gleaners'�volunteers�can�help�you�with�the
                          harvest.�The�harvest�is�split�three�ways:�one�third
                          goes�to�you,�one�third�to�the�volunteers�and�one
                          third�to�a�deserving�community�organization.�To�find
                          out�more�about�the�program,�visit�lincsociety.bc.ca/
                          mission-gleaners,�or�call�Sherry�at�604-852-5514.
July 2019
     SUNDAY        MONDAY                 TUESDAY                WEDNESDAY        THURSDAY            FRIDAY                      SATURDAY

              1        Canada�Day   2                       3                4                 5                             6
              NO�COLLECTION
              RECYCLING�DEPOT
              &�LANDFILL�CLOSED
              Canada�Day;
              Heritage�Park                Zone�B                  Zone�B          Zone�B             Zone�B

7             8                     9                       10               11                12                            13

                    Zone�A                 Zone�A                  Zone�A          Zone�A             Zone�A

14            15                    16                      17               18                19                            20
                                    Sunset�Market;
                                    Heritage�Park;�5-9�pm
                                    604-826-0277

                    Zone�B                 Zone�B                  Zone�B          Zone�B             Zone�B

21            22                    23                      24               25                26                            27
                                                                                               Folk�Music�Festival;
                                                                                               Heritage�Park;�Jul�26-28
                                                                                               missionfolkmusicfestival.ca

                    Zone�A                 Zone�A                  Zone�A          Zone�A             Zone�A

28            29                    30                      31               Check�Out�The�Farmers�Market
                                                                             April�through�early�October�at�the�Mission�Leisure
                                                                             Centre�parking�lot�from�9:00�am�to�1:00�pm.
                    Zone�B                 Zone�B                  Zone�B    missioncityfarmersmarket.com
August 2019
     SUNDAY                   MONDAY                   TUESDAY                WEDNESDAY        THURSDAY        FRIDAY        SATURDAY

Spare�Our�Air!                                                                            1               2             3
It's�hot�out�there,�but�please�don't�let�your�vehicle�idle�just�to�keep�it�cool.
Consider�shedding�a�layer�and�enjoy�the�summer�for�what�it�has�to�offer
without�contributing�to�smog.                                                                   Zone�B         Zone�B

4                        5    BC�Day,�Heritage   6                       7                8               9             10
                                           Day
                         NO�COLLECTION
                         RECYCLING�DEPOT
                         &�LANDFILL�CLOSED
                                                        Zone�A                  Zone�A          Zone�A         Zone�A

11                       12                      13                      14               15              16            17
     Ride�for�Hospice;                                                                                                  Pilgrimage;
        Heritage�Park;                                                                                                  Heritage�Park;
        604-826-0277                                                                                                    604-826-0277

                               Zone�A                   Zone�B                  Zone�B          Zone�B         Zone�B

18                       19                      20                      21               22              23            24
                                                 Sunset�Market;
                                                 Heritage�Park;�5-9�pm
                                                 604-826-0277

                               Zone�B                   Zone�A                  Zone�A          Zone�A         Zone�A

25                       26                      27                      28               29              30            31

                               Zone�A                   Zone�B                  Zone�B          Zone�B         Zone�B
Don't Lure Them In
Bears�have�extremely�sensitive�noses�and�are�always�looking�for�food.�If�they
find�a�"reward",�such�as�unsecured�garbage,�compost,�ripe�fruit,�pet�food�or
bird�seed,�they�will�be�back�for�more.
Bears�are�only�doing�what�comes�naturally�to�them.�We�cannot�train�them,
so�it�is�our�responsibilty�as�human�beings�to�ensure�we�don't�lure�them�into
our�residential�neighbourhoods.�Bears�that�become�habituated�to�human�food
sources�are�usually�destroyed.�Several�bears�are�shot�by�conservation
officers�in�Mission�every�year.
The�District's�Solid�Waste�Management�Bylaw�5526-2016�requires�that�garbage,
recyclables�and�compost�only�be�set�out�for�curbside�collection�between�5:00
am�and�8:00�am,�unless�they�are�set�out�in�a�mobile,�secure�enclosure.�The�fine
for�leaving�attractants�outside�or�setting�out�curbside�materials�early                Wildilfe�is�regulated�by�the provincial�Wildlife�Act,�which�is
is�$250�per�day.                                                                       administered�by�conservation�officers.�Feeding�or�attracting�bears�is
                                                                                       an�offence�under�the�act.�Bears�that�become�habituated�to�human
                                                                                       food�sources�will�generally�be�trapped�and�destroyed,�not�relocated.
Wildlife-resistant�Enclosures
                                                                                       To�report�an�aggressive�wildlife�encounter,�please�phone�the
A�wildlife-resistant�enclosure�is�one�that�is�adequate�to�prevent�dangeous
                                                                                       provincial�conservation�officer�service�at�1-877-952-7277.
wildlife�access.�There�are�numerous�online�instructions�on�how�to�build�an
enclosure.�Non-permanent�enclosures�may�be�used�to�set�out�curbside�materials          WildSafeBC�is�a�program�designed�to�reduce�human-wildlife�conflict
outside�of�the�5:00�am�to�8:00�am�timeframe.�Non-permanent/mobile�enclosures           through�education,�innovation�and�cooperation.�It�is�delivered�by�the
must�be�located�on�private�property�at�the�interface�to�public�property.               British�Columbia�Conservation�Foundation.�Visit�wildsafebc.com�to
                                                                                       access�a�mapping�tool�that�shows�where�wildlife�has�been�spotted
Wildlife-resistant�Bins
                                                                                       (click�on�"WARP"�and�zoom�in�on�your�neighbourhood). To�speak�to
Check�out�the�list�of�bin�suppliers�at�wildsafebc.com/bear-resistant-bin-testing.
                                                                                       the provincial�WildSafeBC�Coordinator,�phone�1-250-828-2551.
Bins�intended�for�curbside�collection�still�need�to�meet�the�80-litre,�20-kg�limits.
September 2019
     SUNDAY                   MONDAY                  TUESDAY             WEDNESDAY           THURSDAY            FRIDAY              SATURDAY

1                        2         Labour�Day    3                   4                   5                   6                   7
                         NO�COLLECTION
                         RECYCLING�DEPOT
                         &�LANDFILL�CLOSED

                                                      Zone�B                Zone�A             Zone�A             Zone�A

8                        9                       10                  11                  12                  13                  14

                               Zone�A                 Zone�A                Zone�B             Zone�B             Zone�B

15                       16                      17                  18                  19                  20                  21
       Terry�Fox�Run;
       Heritage�Park;
       604-826-0277

                               Zone�B                 Zone�B                Zone�A             Zone�A             Zone�A

22                       23        Fall�begins   24                  25                  26                  27                  28
     Hike�for�Hospice;                                                                                                           Roots�n�Blues�Festival;
        Heritage�Park;                                                                                                           Heritage�Park;
       604-826-0277                                                                                                              604-826-0277

                               Zone�A                 Zone�A                Zone�B             Zone�B             Zone�B

29                       30                      Back�To�School!
                                                 Consider�reusing�supplies�rather�than�starting�all�new,�pack�a�litterless�lunch,�and�let�the�older
                                                 kids�take�the�bus�rather�than�driving�them�yourself.�It's�easier�on�air�quality,�and�other�road
                               Zone�B            users�will�appreciate�less�congestion.
Bitter About Litter?
Did�you�know�that�9�billion�tonnes�of�litter�end�up�in�the�ocean�by�way�of�drainage�networks�and
rivers�every�year?�We�need�to�work�together�to�prevent�litter�from�polluting�our�road,�parks�and
waterways,�and�from�killing�wildlife.
Litter�and�illegal�dumping�also�defies�civic�pride,�defaces�neighbourhoods,�decreases�property
values�and�creates�social�stigma�-�and�the�enormous�cleanup�costs�are�generally�borne�by
taxpayers.
The�Mission�Environmental�Stewardship�Society�(formerly�Mission�Adopt-A-Block�Society),�a
dedicated�group�of�volunteers,�helps�keep�Mission�free�from�litter�and�illegally�dumped�items.
MESS'�core�programs�include�area�adoptions,�major�cleanups�and�fundrasier�opportunities�for
Mission�non-profit�organizations�through�the�society's�pop-up�cleanups.�MESS�also�runs�the
School�Litter�Challenge,�the�Junior�Anti-Litter�Bug�Club�and�a�Youth�Environmental�Stewardship
Club.
All�equipment�and�a�road�sign�recognizing�an�adopted�area�are�provided�to�volunteers�at�no�cost.
Volunteer�for�the�MESS�today!
604-826-9423� � � � � � � � � � �info@messociety.org� � � � � � � � � �www.messociety.org
October 2019
     SUNDAY           MONDAY                 TUESDAY        WEDNESDAY        THURSDAY             FRIDAY            SATURDAY

Rivers�Edge�Haunted�Attraction          1              2                3                    4                 5
Fridays�through�Sundays�from
October�11�&�October�29-30
missionartscouncil.ca                        Zone�B           Zone�A          Zone�A              Zone�A

6                7                      8              9                10                   11                12

                       Zone�A                Zone�A           Zone�B          Zone�B              Zone�B

13               14      Thanksgiving   15             16               17                   18                19
                 NO�COLLECTION
                 RECYCLING�DEPOT
                 &�LANDFILL�CLOSED

                                             Zone�B           Zone�B          Zone�A              Zone�A

20               21                     22             23               24                   25                26
                                                                                                               Pumpkin�Decorating;
                                                                                                               AMRD;�33670�Valley�Rd;
                                                                                                               10-3;�acsrecycling.ca

                       Zone�A                Zone�A           Zone�A          Zone�B              Zone�B

27               28                     29             30               31       Halloween
                                                                                             Consider�using�pumpkins�in�pies
                                                                                             and�soups,�or�cut�them�into�pieces
                                                                                             and�place�them�in�your�Rot�Pot�for
                       Zone�B                Zone�B           Zone�B          Zone�A         composting.
November 2019
       SUNDAY                     MONDAY               TUESDAY        WEDNESDAY        THURSDAY        FRIDAY        SATURDAY

                                                                                                  1             2
Inclement�Weather?
Get�updated�curbside�collection�information�at�mission.ca�or�call�the�service�provider�at
604-820-6487.
                                                                                                       Zone�A

3       Daylight�Saving      4                    5              6                7               8             9
                   ends

                                   Zone�A              Zone�A           Zone�A          Zone�B         Zone�B

10                           11     Remembrance   12             13               14              15            16
                                            Day                                                                 FV�Bald�Eagle�Festival
                             NO�COLLECTION                                                                      Various�Locations
                             RECYCLING�DEPOT                                                                    604-826-7361
                             &�LANDFILL�CLOSED                                                                  fvbef.ca
                                                       Zone�B           Zone�B          Zone�B         Zone�A

17                           18                   19             20               21              22            23
    FV�Bald�Eagle�Festival
        Various�Locations
           604-826-7361
                  fvbef.ca
                                   Zone�A              Zone�A           Zone�A          Zone�A         Zone�B

24                           25                   26             27               28              29            30

                                   Zone�B              Zone�B           Zone�B          Zone�B         Zone�A
Happy Holidays!
Holiday�Schedule                                        Christmas�Tree-cycling
Mission�Landfill�&�Recycling�Depot                      At�The�Curb:
Both�the�Mission�Landfill�and�the�Recycling             Christmas�trees�will�be�collected�at�the�curb�on
Depot�will�be�closed�on�Christmas�Day,�Boxing           your�regular�collection�day,�but�must�be�free
Day�and�New�Year's�Day�and�will�close�at�3�pm�on        of�decorations�and�cut�in�half�to�fit�into�the
Christmas Eve�and�New�Year's�Eve.                       collection�vehicle.
                                                        At�The�Landfill:
Curbside�Collection
                                                        One�Christmas�tree�per�household�may�also�be
There�will�be�no�collection�on�Boxing�Day,�but
                                                        dropped�off�at�the�Mission�Landfill�free�of�charge
residents�will�be�able�to�put�out�twice�the�regular
                                                        anytime.�The�Mission�Landfill�is�located�at
amount�of�garbage�on�their�garbage�collection
                                                        32000�Dewdney�Trunk�Road,�just�east�of�the
day�(route�A�or�B)�immediately�following�the
                                                        Stave�Lake�dam,�and�is�open�seven�days�a�week
holidays.�Additional�garbage�is�acceptable�in�bags
                                                        from�8�am�to�5�pm,�but�closed�on�statutory
or�bins,�but�must�not�be�set�out�until�between�5
                                                        holidays,�including�Christmas�Day,�Boxing�Day
and�8�am�on�the�morning�of�collection�day.
                                                        and�New�Year's�Day.
  Be�A�Greench!
  Save�your�money�and�avoid�excess�waste!�Steer�clear�of�single-use�plates�and�cutlery,�and�get�out
  the�good�dishes,�it's�all�part�of�the�ambience!
  Plan�your�home-cooked�meals�to�avoid�overabundance�and�package�leftovers�for�friends�and
  family�in�reusable�containers.�Who�doesn't�love�a�turkey�sandwich�the�next�day?�Consider�baking
  cookies�or�making�preserves�for�gifts,�it's�a�simple�thing�to�do�and�shows�some�personal�effort.
  Finally,�give�the�gift�of�time,�such�as�offering�shopping,�baby�or�pet-sitting�services.�It�requires�no
  wrapping�and�can�mean�so�much�to�an�elderly�family�member�or�a�busy�parent.
December 2019
      SUNDAY                MONDAY                TUESDAY                 WEDNESDAY               THURSDAY                 FRIDAY               SATURDAY

1                      2                     3                       4                       5                      6Candlelight�Parade;   7
                                                                                                                     Downtown;�7:30-10
                             Zone�A                Zone�A                   Zone�A                 Zone�A                 Zone�B

8                      9                     10                      11                      12                     13                     14

                             Zone�B                Zone�B                   Zone�B                 Zone�B                  Zone�A

15                     16                    17                      18                      19                     20                     21     Winter�begins

                             Zone�A                Zone�A                   Zone�A                 Zone�A                  Zone�B

22                     23                    24                      25          Christmas   26        Boxing�Day   27                     28
                                             RECYCLING�DEPOT         NO�COLLECTION           NO�COLLECTION
                                             &�LANDFILL�CLOSE�AT�3   RECYCLING�DEPOT         RECYCLING�DEPOT
                             Zone�B                Zone�B            &�LANDFILL�CLOSED       &�LANDFILL�CLOSED             Zone�B

29                     30                    31                      1      New�Year's�Day   2                      3                      4
                                             RECYCLING�DEPOT         NO�COLLECTION
                                             &�LANDFILL�CLOSE�AT�3   RECYCLING�DEPOT
                             Zone�B                Zone�A            &�LANDFILL�CLOSED             Zone�A                  Zone�A

5                      6                     7                       8    January 2020 9                            10                     11

                             Zone�A                Zone�A                   Zone�B                 Zone�B                  Zone�B

12                     13                    14                      15                      16                     17                     18

                             Zone�B                Zone�B                   Zone�A                 Zone�A                  Zone�A

     You�can�set�out�up�to�two�extra�bins�or�bags�of�garbage�on�your�garbage�collection�day�with�this�symbol.�The�20-kg/80-l�limit�applies�to�each�bin�or�bag.
Contacts
Where Do I...
                                                                                                               Curbside�Collection�Contractor
                                                                                                               604-820-6487
                                                                                                               mission@rempledisposal.com
.�.�.�pick�up�a�Rot�Pot�or�Black�Box?                         .�.�.�buy�compostable�bags?
Rot�Pots�and�Black�Boxes�are�available�at                     Compostable�paper�and�plastic�bags�are
                                                                                                               Engineering�Department
the�Public�Works�office�at�33835�Dewdney                      available�at�local�building�supply�and           604-820-3736
Trunk�Road.�Please�bring�proof�of�Mission                     grocery�stores.                                  engineering@mission.ca
residency.�Charges�may�apply.
                                                              .�.�.�buy�extra�garbage�stickers?                Landfill�Scalehouse
.�.�.�buy�a�kitchen�compost�bin?                              Extra�garbage�stickers�are�available�at�City     604-826-9008
Kitchen�catchers�are�available�at�building                    Hall�and�the�Leisure�Centre�for�$3.50�per
supply�and�hardware�stores.                                   sticker.                                         Mission�Recycling�Depot
.�.�.�get�orange�stickers�for�my                              .�.�.�buy�clear,�marked�bags�for                 604-814-3555
compost�bins?                                                 asbestos/old�drywall�disposal?                   Recycling�Hotline
Orange�stickers�are�available�free�of                         Clear,�marked�6-mil�bags�are�available�by        1-800-667-4321
charge�at�City�Hall,�Public�Works�and�the                     the�bag�at�RONA�at�7072�Wren�Street,�or
Leisure�Centre.                                                                                                Wildlife�Conflicts/Conservation
                                                              by�the�box�at�LORDCO�at�32885�London
                                                              Avenue.                                          Officers
                                                                                                               1-877-952-7277

                                                                                                             Mission�City�Hall Public�Works
                      Turnkey solutions for effective waste                                                  8645�Stave�Lake�St    33835�Dewdney�Trunk�Rd
                      management education & outreach.                                                       Mission,�BC�V2V�4L9   Mission,�BC�V2V�4L9
                                                                                                             www.mission.ca        www.mission.ca
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