2020 Curbside Collection Calendar - District of Mission

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2020 Curbside Collection Calendar - District of Mission
2020�Curbside�Collection Calendar
2020 Curbside Collection Calendar - District of Mission
Community Message
What's�In�Your�Waste?                                      Main�groups�of�recyclables�found�in�the�curbside
The�District�conducts�curbside�waste�audits�every          garbage�were�packaging�containers,�paper
two�years,�in�order�to�track�sorting�practices�and         products,�other�flexible�packaging�(OFP),�film
identify�areas�requiring�attention.�In�2019,�Mission's     plastics,�and�glass. Packaging�containers,�such
curbside�garbage�contained�21%�compostables�and            as�spiral-wound�cardboard�containers�with
23%�recyclables.�While�this�shows�a�commendable            metal�ends�(think�frozen�juice�concentrate), and
effort in waste�sorting,�it�means that still�almost�half   household�aersols (e.g., empty�hairspray�bottles),
of�the�curbside�garbage wasn't�actual�garbage.             are�now�accepted as�curbside�recyclables.
Compostables�found�in�the�garbage�largely�consisted        In�2018,�Recycle�BC started�a�research               Other�Flexible�Packaging,�or�OFP,
of�food�still�in bags�and�containers.�Ideally,�food        and�development�project to�determine                 includes�crinkly�plastic�wrap�and�bags,
items�would�be�consumed�before�their�expiry                whether OFP could�be�pelletized�and�used�in          as�well�as�produce�netting,�such�as�is
date,�but�if�a�universal�fridge/freezer�cleanout�is        waste-to-energy�applications. OFP includes�non-      used�for�onions�and�oranges.
inevitable,�please�separate�food�from�its�container.�It    stretchy�film�plastics,�such�as�chip�bags,�candy
is�acceptable�to�include�frozen�food�waste�in�the�Rot      wrappers,�and�produce�netting.�Like�film�plastics,          Thank�you�for
Pot.�The�container�can�then�be�rinsed�and�included�in      OFP�is�not�collected�at�the�curb,�but can be             sorting�your�waste!
the�blue�bin.                                              dropped�off�at�depots.
                                                                                                                 Get�The�Recycle�Coach�App!
                                                                                                                 Get�reminders�for�your�collection
                                                                                                                 day,�spring�cleanup,�and�household
                                                                                                                 hazardous�waste�day.�The�app�also
                                                                                                                 helps�with�waste�sorting�and�finding
                                                                                                                 drop-off�facilities.�You�can�get�it�at�the
                                                                                                                 App�Store�or�Google�Play.
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Index
Appliance�Recycling,�large................................ 12        Invasive�Plant�Management................................ 8             Use�This�Calendar�To:
Appliance�Recycling,�small................................16         Lightbulb�&�Fixture�Recycling........................7&10
                                                                     Medications�Return�Program.............................13               Determine�Your�Collection�Route
Bear�Conflict�Prevention................................... 14
                                                                     Wildlife�Trees......................................................4    Turn�to�page�2�to�find�your�location�on
Charitable�Organizations.................................... 5
                                                                     Outdoor�Equipment�Recycling........................... 17                 the�map,�then�match�the�colour�and
Christmas�Tree�Recycling.................................. 17
                                                                     Paint�&�Paint�Aerosols..................................9&10            letter�to�the�monthly�schedules. Colours
Contacts�&�Tips.......................... �back�cover
                                                                     Pesticide-free�Gardening...................................11             represent�curbside�collection�days�in
Curbside�Collection�Map.................................... 2
                                                                     Produce�Donations............................................. 5        your�area,�letters�show�your�days�of�bi-
Curbside�Collection�Rules................................... 2
                                                                     Rot�Pot�Composting.......................................2&4              weekly�garbage and�glass�collection.
Curbside�Compostables.....................................�4
Curbside�Recyclables.......................................... 3     Rot�Pot�Compost�Giveaway.......................... 9&10                     Find�Out�How�To�Prepare
Drop-off�Options�for�Recyclables.........................5           Smoke�&�CO�Alarm�Recycling........................... 10                     Materials�For�Collection
Food�Donations.................................................. 5   Spring�Cleanup...................................................9            Turn�to�page�2�for�curbside
Holiday�Collection�Schedule..............................17          Sprinkling�Restrictions...................................... 10           collection�rules�and�setout�times.
Household�Hazardous�Waste........................ 9&10               Thermostat�Recycling..........................................7
                                                                     Winter�Weather�Delays.......................................6             Determine�What�Goes�Where
Illegal�Dumping�&�Litter�Control....................... 15                                                                                     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�is�limited�to�two�80-litre�bins�every          The�switch�to�bi-weekly�garbage�collection,�on
                        Garbage                    two�weeks.                                             average,�has�reduced�the�amount�of�garbage
                        Limited�to two�80-L�bins                                                          collected�by�100�tonnes�per�month.�In�direct
                                                   Bins�cannot�exceed�20�kg�in�weight�each�and            relation,�the�amount�of�compost�collected�has
                        weighing� up� to� 20� kg   must�have�tight�fitting�lids.�Garbage�in�bins          increased�by�100�tonnes�a�month.
                        each.                      must,�at�a�minimum,�be�contained�in�plastic
                                                   shopping�bags.                                         Burying�compostable�materials�in�a�landfill
                        BI-WEEKLY�collection.                                                             results�in�methane�gas�production.�Methane
                                                   Excess�garbage�may�be�set�out�in�80-L�bags�with        is�a�strong�greenhouse�gas.
                                                   an�extra-garbage�sticker.�Stickers�are�$3.50 each
                                                   and�available�at�City�Hall�and�the�Leisure�Centre.     Thank�you�for�sorting!

                                                   Mixed�recyclables�are�collected�weekly�in              You�can�set�out�extra�recyclables�in�lidded�bins,
                        Recyclables                unlimited�amounts.                                     not�exceeding�121�litres�in�capacity,�with�D-
                        Mixed recyclables:                                                                handles�and�a�blue�sticker.�Blue�stickers�are
                                                   Recyclables�are�collected�in�blue�bins�provided        available�free�of�charge�at�City�Hall,�Welton
                        WEEKLY collection in       by�the�District�(one�blue�bin�per�household).
                        blue�bins.                                                                        Common�and�the�Leisure�Centre.
                                                   Materials�are�hand-sorted.�Please�only�include
                                                   clean,�dry�materials.                                  Black�boxes�and�blue�bins�are available�at
                        Glass�bottles &�jars:                                                             Welton�Common�(7337�Welton�Street).
                        BI-WEEKLY�collection       Cardboard:�flatten,�place�in�blue�bin�or�bundle
                        in�black�box�on            and�place�underneath�to�keep�dry. Bundles�are
                        garbage�day.               not�to�exceed�90�cm�in�any�dimension.

                                                                                                          All�food�waste�is�collected�at�the�curb,
                        Compostables               Compost�is�collected�weekly�in�unlimited
                                                   amounts.                                               including�cooked�table�scraps,�bones,�meat,
                        Food�&�yard�waste:                                                                cheese,�bread�and�contaminated�paper�(pizza
                        WEEKLY�collection.         Food�waste:�Rot�Pots�or�80-litre�bins�with�tight-      boxes,�paper�napkins).
                                                   fitting�lids�and�orange�stickers. Place�newspaper�on
                        Both�food�and�yard         the�bottom�and�between�layers�for�ease�of�service      Rot�Pots�are available at�Welton�Common
                                                   and�cleaning.                                          (7337�Welton�Street).
                        waste�are�collected�in
                        the�same�truck�and�can     Yard�waste:�Rot�Pots,�80-litre�bins�with�lids�and      Orange�stickers�are available�free�of�charge
                                                   orange�stickers,�paper�yard�waste�bags�or�bundles.     at�Welton�Common,�City�Hall,�Public�Works�&
                        be�combined�in�the�bin.
                                                   Bundled�branches�are�not�to�exceed�5�cm�in             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.�The�fine�for�early�setouts�is�$250.
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2020 Curbside Collection Calendar - 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
                                  Rinse�clean.�Leave�labels�on.�Remove�plastic�and
          Glass�Bottles           metal lids�and place�in�Blue�Bin.
                                                                                          •
                                                                                          •
                                                                                              light�bulbs�and�tubes
                                                                                              mirror�and�window�glass
             &�Jars                   • pickle�&�jam�jars                                 •   drinking�glasses
           Set�out�in�Black�Box       • ketchup, oil�&�salad�dressing bottles             •   ceramics�(plates,�mugs,�Pyrex®,�etc)
          on�Your Garbage�Day         • non-refundable�beverage�bottles;�return       Lighting�products�(lamps�and fixtures)�and
                                        refundables�for�deposit                       lighting�peripherals�(light�bulbs,�fluorescent
                                                                                      tubes�and�compacts,�LEDs�and�halogen�bulbs)
                                                                                      can�be�dropped�off�at�the�Mission�Recycling
                                                                                      Depot.

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

                                  Rinse�clean.�Remove�paper�labels before�rinsing
          Metal�& Tin             and�include�dry�paper�labels in�the�blue�bin�-
                                                                                          • paint�and�paint�aerosol cans
                                                                                          • non-packaging�metal�items�(e.g.,�cooking
          Containers              that�way,�the�labels�are�recycled�too.                      pots�or�pans,�utensils,�batteries)
                                      • clean�aluminum�take-out�trays�&�tin�foil          • paper-backed�foil�(take-out�container�lids)
                                      • food�&�pet�food�cans�&�lids                       • foil�snack�food bags
                                      • metal�lids�from�glass�jars
                                                                                      Paint�cans�and�paint�aerosols�with�or�without
                                                                                      residue�can�be�dropped�off at�the�Mission�Recycling
                                                                                      Depot.
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No�more�bags�in�the�mixed�recyclables,�but�here's�an�exception:
      shredded�paper�can�go�in�your�Blue�Bin�in�a�transparent�bag
      (use�up�your�old�blue�bags!)

ACCEPTED�ITEMS�AND�PREPARATION                                                       DO�NOT�INCLUDE
                                                                           • paint�aerosol�cans
Aerosol�Cans       Empty�containers�only.
                                                                           • 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          Clean�and�dry�boxboard�only.                            • food�take-out�containers
                                                                           • donut�boxes
                       • cereal,�shoe�&�tissue boxes
                       • paper�towel &�toilet�paper cores                  • french�fry�cups
                       • frozen�dessert�boxes                          Wet�or�soiled�boxboard�goes�in�the�Rot�Pot.
                       • spiral-wound�juice�concentrate�cans

Corrugated         Clean�and�dry�cardboard�only.                           • greasy�pizza�boxes
                                                                           • other�contaminated�cardboard
                   Boxes�must�be�flattened�and�either�included
Cardboard          in�your�Blue�Bin�or�tied�in�bundles�not�to�exceed       • wet�cardboard
                   90�cm�in�any�dimension�or a�weight�of�20�kg�per     Wet,�greasy or soiled�cardboard goes�in�the Rot
                   bundle.�Place�bundles�under�Blue�Bin�to�keep        Pot.�Wet�cardboard�can�also�be�dried for
                   them�dry.                                           inclusion�in�the�Blue�Bin.
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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
                                                  Collected�in�unlimited�amounts�in�80-L�bins       If�you use bags,�make�sure they're�paper�or
                               Yard               with�an�orange�sticker,�paper�yard�waste          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.

                                                                                                    No�plastics,�metal�or�glass,�please.�Bins
                               Food               Collected�in�unlimited�amounts.
                                                                                                    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
                                                                                                    liquids.
                                                       • bones,�cheese,�meat�&�bread
                                                                                                    If�you�do�use�a�plastic�liner, ensure�it�is�certified
                                                       • coffee�grounds,�paper�filters�&�tea�bags   compostable.�See�above�for the�appropriate
                                                  All�food�waste�must�be�contained�in�a             symbols.
                                                  bin with�a�tight-fitting�lid,�such�as�a           Keep�food�waste�in�a�secure enclosure�until
                                                  46-litre�Rot�Pot.                                 collection�day�to�keep�bears�and�other�wildlife
                                                                                                    away.

                                                                                                    Contaminated�paper,�yard�and�food�waste
                         Contaminated             Collected�in�unlimited�amounts.
                                                                                                    can�be�set�out�in�the�same�container.�To
                                                      • pizza�boxes
                            Paper                     • donut�boxes
                                                                                                    control�potential�odours,�layer�food�waste�with
                                                                                                    dry�leaves�or�small�twigs.
                                                      • paper�food�napkins
                                                                                                    Compost�containing�any�amount�of�food�waste
                                                      • facial�tissues                              must�be�contained�in�a�bin�with�a�tight-fitting
                                                      • wet�newspaper                               lid,�such�as�your�Rot�Pot, and�stored�inside.
                                                  Contaminated�paper�is not�recyclable�but�can�be
                                                  composted.�Please�include food-contaminated
                                                  paper 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.�A�$250�fine�applies�to�early�setouts.
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Give Trees a Chance
(All�We�Are�Saying...)
...�is�that�a�functioning�ecosystem�is�dependent�on�both�living�and�non-
living�components.�Removing�parts�of�it�results�in�imbalance.�Even�seemingly
insignificant�features,�such�as�a�dead�tree�(or�"snag"),�plays�an�important�role
in�a�functioning�ecosystem.�Dead�trees�attract�birds�by�harbouring�insects�and
offering�safe�nesting�cavities.
Rather�than�completely�removing�damaged�or�dead�trees,�consider�leaving�the
trunk�standing�to�a�height�that�provides�backyard�habitat�without�posing�a
hazard�to�your�house�or�health.�A�height�of�at�least�15�feet�is�recommended�for
good�habitat�value.�If�you�don't�like�the�look�of�a�snag�in�your�yard,�consider
disguising�it�with�a�native�climber,�such�as�trumpet�honeysuckle.�

                                      On�That�Note...
                                      The�South�Coast�Conservation
                                      Program's�(SCCP)�Gardening�With
                                      Native�Plants�Guide�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.
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FREE Recyclables Drop-off Locations
Antifreeze........................................................................Mission�Recycling�Depot;�usedoilrecycling.com           Drop-off�Locations
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.............................................................Mission�Landfill;�Everclear�Metal�Recycling                (across�from�West�Coast
Batteries,�household,�rechargeable�&�non-rechargeable..............Mission�Recycling�Depot;�call2recycle.ca                                 Express�overflow�parking)
Beverage�containers,�refundable............................................................................ Mission�Bottle�Depot       7�days�a�week;�8:30�am�to�4:30�pm
                                                                                                                                          Closed�on�Statutory�Holidays,
Books......................................................................................Mission�Recycling�Depot;�readingtree.org       Easter�Sunday�and�Boxing�Day
Cell�phones�&�chargers............................................................. Mission�Recycling�Depot;�call2recycle.ca                  Phone:�604-814-3555
Clothing......................................................................................drop�boxes;�diabetes.ca;�develop.bc.ca
Electronics�and�electrical�appliances.................... �Mission�Recycling�Depot;�return-it.ca;�electrorecycle.ca                             Mission�Landfill
Gasoline�(must�be�left�in�ULC�approved�can)............................Mission�Recycling�Depot;�productcare.org                            32000�Dewdney�Trunk�Road
                                                                                                                                            (east�of�Stave�Lake�dam)
Glass�bottles�and�jars,�household........... Mission�Recycling�Depot;�Mission�Landfill;�Mission�Bottle�Depot                           7�days�a�week;�8:00�am�to�5:00�pm
Gypsum�board/drywall..........................................................Mission�Landfill�(NOTE:�tipping�fee�applies)                Closed�on�Statutory�Holidays,
Household�hazardous�products................................................Mission�Recycling�Depot;�productcare.org                      Easter�Sunday�and�Boxing�Day
Light�bulbs,�fixtures,�fluorescents,�LEDs...................................... Mission�Recycling�Depot;�lightrecycle.ca                      Phone:�604-826-9008
Medications, vitamins,�needles............... pharmacies;�use�proper�containers�for�sharps;�healthsteward.ca
                                                                                                                                           Mission�Bottle�Depot
Oil,�containers�&�filters,�automotive..................................Mission�Recycling�Depot;�usedoilrecycling.com                           7233�Park�Street
Oil,�vegetable-based�cooking............................................................................Mission�Recycling�Depot          Mon-Sat:�9:00�am�to�6:00�pm
Outdoor�power�equipment................................................................. Mission�Recycling�Depot;�opeic.ca                Sun:�10:00�am�to�4:00�pm
Paint�&�spray�paint................................................................. Mission�Recycling�Depot;�productcare.org              Check�for�Holiday�Hours
Polystyrene�(Styrofoam™)�packaging........................... Mission�Recycling�Depot�or Mission�Bottle�Depot                               Phone:�604-820-1830
Propane�tanks..................................................................... Mission�Recycling�Depot�or�Mission�Landfill
                                                                                                                                        Questions�About�Recycling?
Scrap�metal,�incl.�hot�water�tanks,�fencing�etc...................... Mission�Recycling�Depot�or�Mission�Landfill
                                                                                                                                           Call�the�Recycling�Hotline
Smoke�alarms�&�carbon�monoxide�detectors.............................Mission�Recycling�Depot;�alarmrecycle.ca
                                                                                                                                           of�BC�at�1-800-667-4321
Stretchy�plastic�film�and�overwrap................................ Mission�Recycling�Depot or Mission�Bottle�Depot
                                                                                                                                         or�visit�rcbc.bc.ca/recyclepedia
Thermostats...............................................................MPH�Supply,�32873�London�Ave;�switchthestat.ca
Tires,�passenger�vehicle�size..............................retailers�or�Mission�Landfill�(off-rim�free;�on-rim�$1/tire);
                                                                                                               tirestewardshipbc.ca
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.                                             Give�new�life�to�once�loved
The�Cottage�Thrift�Shop................................................................. 33228�-�1st�Ave;�604-826-5209                    clothing�items�by�donating�them
Most�resellable�household�items.�No�electronic�equipment*,�encyclopedias*,�appliances*,                                                    to�local�charities,�and�consider
children's�safety�equipment�or�mattresses.                                                                                                purchasing�household�items�and
                                                                                                                                           used�clothing�at�a�great�price,
Habitat�for�Humanity�Restore......................... 31877�South�Fraser�Way,�Abbotsford;�604-557-1020
                                                                                                                                          while�supporting�a�worthy�cause.
Lumber,�metal�products,�construction�&�renovation�items�(e.g.,�cupboards,�sinks,�cabinets),�furniture.
Fronya�Thrift�Boutique.........................................................33173-1st�Ave,�Mission;�604-820-5071
Gently�used�women's�clothing,�shoes�and�accessories.
                                                                                                                                          Food Donations
                                                                                                                                         Contact�charitable�organizations�on
                             *accepted�at�the�Mission�Recycling�Depot�(7229�Mershon�Street;�604-814-3555)                               this�page�with�any�food�donations�you
                                                                                                                                         may�have�to�contribute.�The�Mission
Food�Donations                                                                                                                           Gleaners�also�help�with�the�harvest
                                                                                                                                          of�excess�fruits�and�vegetables.�The
Cooper�Hall�-�community�breakfast..................................................... missionhopecentral@gmail.com                      harvest�is�split�three�ways:�one�third
Mission�Friendship�Centre�-�drop-in�lunches......................................... programdirector@mifcs.bc.ca                           goes�to�you,�one�third�goes�to�the
Mission�Youth�House....................................................................................... slcollett@hotmail.com          volunteers,�and�one�third�goes�to�a
                                                                                                                                          deserving�community�organization.
St.�Joseph's�Food�Bank.........................................ron@accountantsoffice.ca�or�604-425-0392,�ext.4
                                                                                                                                           Visit�lincsociety.bc.ca/mission-
Mission�Gleaners.........................................................................................................604-852-5514
                                                                                                                                              gleaners�or�call�Sherry�at
                                                                                                                                             604-852-5514�for�details.
  Please�only�drop�off�wanted�items.�Unsuitable�donations�are�a�liability,�not�a�gift.
Be A Snow Angel
Clear�Sidewalks
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.

Prevent�Flooding
Snow�and�ice�accumulations�can block�street�drains.�Do�not�deposit�snow
near grates but�clear�snow�from�grates�to�prevent�road�flooding.

Be�Patient
Curbside�Collection
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
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.
January 2020
      SUNDAY                MONDAY                TUESDAY               WEDNESDAY               THURSDAY              FRIDAY               SATURDAY

                                                                   1      New�Year's�Day   2                    3                     4
Tree-cycle�Your�Christmas�Tree!
                                                                   NO�COLLECTION
Remove�all�decorations,�cut�in�half�and�set�out�on                 RECYCLING�DEPOT
collection�day,�or�drop�off�at�the�landfill�free�of�charge
any�day.�Limit:�one�tree�per�household.                            &�LANDFILL�CLOSED
                                                                                                 Zone�A               Zone�A

5                      6                     7                     8                       9                    10                    11

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

12                     13                    14                    15                      16                   17                    18
                                                                   Superhero�Preschool;
                                                                   Leisure�Centre

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

19                     20                    21                    22                      23                   24                    25
                                                                   Free�Family�Swim;
                                                                   Leisure�Centre;
                                                                   6:30-8:00�pm

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

26                     27                    28                    29                      30                   31

                             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�and�bag.
Multi-family Recycling
Live�In�A�Condo�Or�Townhouse?
Multi-family�complexes�are�usually�serviced�via�large�carts�for:
    • mixed�recyclables�(blue�bin),
    • compost/food�waste�(green�bin),�and
    • container�glass �(black�bin),
and�make�their�own�arrangements�for�the�collection�of�garbage.
The�District�charges�approximately�$76�per�unit,�per�year,�for�compost�and�recyclables�collection
from�multi-family�complexes.�If�your�complex�does�not�feature�communal�recycling�and�composting
carts,�check�with�your�strata�to�see�what�the�reason�may�be.

                                                      Blue�bin:�include�clean,�dry�mixed�recyclables,
                                                      such�as�paper,�cardboard,�plastic�and�metal
                                                      packaging�containers�-�no�plastic�bags.
                                                      Black�bin:�include�clean�retail�container�glass
                                                      packaging,�such�as�jam�and�pickle�jars,�and
                                                      marinade�and�ketchup�bottles�-�no�drinking
                                                      glasses,�mirrors�etc.
                                                      Green�bin:�include�compostable�food�waste,
                                                      including�meat,�bones,�leftovers,�paper�napkins
                                                      and�wooden�utensils.

Separating�compost�from�garbage�is�an�important�and�effective�measure�to�reduce�the�generation�of
methane,�a�strong�greenhouse�gas.�Contact�the�District's�Engineering�Department�(604-820-3736�or
engineering@mission.ca)�for�more�information�or�to�arrange�for�a�presentation�to�your�strata�council.
February 2020
        SUNDAY                     MONDAY                TUESDAY        WEDNESDAY              THURSDAY        FRIDAY                 SATURDAY

                                                                                                                                 1
Thermostats�Are�Accepted�At:
       • Mission�Recycling�Depot,�7229�Mershon�Street
       • MPH�Supply�and�Noble�BC,�32873�London�Ave

2        Groundhog�Day        3                     4              5                      6               7                      8

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

9                             10                    11             12                     13              14   Valentine's�Day   15

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

16                            17       Family�Day   18             19                     20              21                     22
    Family�Day�Celebration    NO�COLLECTION
      at�the�Leisure�Centre   RECYCLING�DEPOT
      TOMORROW,�Feb.�17
                              &�LANDFILL�CLOSED
                                                         Zone�A           Zone�A                Zone�B         Zone�B

23                            24                    25             26     Ash�Wednesday   27              28                     29
                                                                   Free�Family�Swim;
                                                                   Leisure�Centre;
                                                                   6:30-8:00�pm

                                   Zone�B                Zone�B           Zone�B                Zone�A         Zone�A
Giant Hogweed Can Burn You
Giant�Hogweed�can�cause�third
degree�burns,�blindness�and
                                                                 Knotweed Is Highly Invasive
permanent�scarring�on�contact.                                   Knotweed�(Japanese,�Himalayan,�giant�and�bohemian)�is�not�a
It�can�reach�5�metres�in�height                                  health�hazard,�but�it�is�highly�invasive�and�can�grow�through
and�features�white,�umbrella-like                                concrete,�including�building�foundations.�Its�root�system
flowerheads�that�produce�up�to                                   can�extend�20�metres�sideways�and�5�metres�into�the�ground.
50,000�seeds�each.                                               Knotweed,�due�to�its�segmented�stem,�is�often�mistaken�for
                                    Mature Hogweed               bamboo.
Young�Hogweed�Leaves                -�up�to�5�m�high             Conventional�control�methods,�such�as�digging�up�the�roots�or
                                                                 mowing�the�plant,�only�encourage�its�growth.�Stem�segments�of
                                                                 less�than�2�cm�in�length�can�sprout�new�growth.
                                                                 If�you find�knotweed�on�your�property, contact�the�Fraser
                                                                 Valley Invasive�Species�Society�for�advice�on�control�options.�FVISS
                                                                 can�be�reached�at�via info@fviss.ca�or�phone�the Engineering
                                                                 Department�at�604-820-3736.

What�To�Do�If�You�See�Giant�Hogweed
If�you�see�giant�hogweed,�immediately�report�the�location
to�the�District�at�604-820-3736�or�at�engineering@mission.ca.
Do�not�touch�any�part�of�the�plant�to�avoid�injury!
                                                                    Japanese�Knotweed�-�note�the�zig�zag�stem

                                    More�information�on�noxious�weeds�at�www.fviss.ca.
March 2020
       SUNDAY                    MONDAY        TUESDAY                  WEDNESDAY        THURSDAY               FRIDAY        SATURDAY

1                           2             3                        4                5                      6             7

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

8       Daylight�Saving     9             10                       11               12                     13            14
    starts,�International
           Women's�Day

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

15                          16            17   St.�Patrick's�Day   18               19     Spring�begins   20            21

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

22                          23            24                       25               26                     27            28

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

29                          30            31

                                                                            Bears are out, put your bird feeders away!
                                 Zone�A        Zone�A
Spring Cleanup 2020
Curbside�collection�residents�may�set�out�up�to�two�cubic�metres�of�additional�garbage�or
bulky�items�on�their�regular�garbage�collection�day.�One�cubic�metre�is�equivalent�to�six�bags�of
                                                                                                                 Household
garbage�or�one�stove.�Please�check�the�map�on�page�2�to�determine�your�garbage�collection�route�(A�or�B).   Hazardous�Waste�Day
Items�set�out�at�the�curb�must�not�be�loose�and�must�be�manageable�by�two�people.�Excess                    Household�hazardous�wastes,�such
or�unacceptable�materials,�including�liquids, will�be�left�at�the�curb,�and�prompt�cleanup�of�"leftovers"   as�corrosive,�flammable�or�unknown
remains�the�resident's�responsibility.�Fines�apply.                                                         substances,�can�be�dropped�off�on
                                                                                                            Saturday,�May�9,�from�9:00�am�to
Materials�EXCLUDED�From�Spring�Cleanup�Collection:                                                          1:00�pm�at�the�Mission�Recycling
Electronics:�computers,�monitors,�audio�equipment�etc.                                                      Depot�free�of�charge.
Renovation�waste:�flooring,�windows,�lumber,�drywall,�sinks,�toilets�etc.                                   The�event�is�paid�for�by�District�of
Hazardous�materials:�paint,�solvents,�pesticides,�sharps,�fluorescent�lights�etc.                           Mission�and�Electoral�Area�C,�F�&�G
Vehicle�parts:�tires,�batteries,�motor�oil,�antifreeze�etc.                                                 taxpayers�and�will�be�restricted�to
                                                                                                            residents�from�these�communities.
FREE�Drop-off�Options�(Year-round):                                                                         Proof�of�residency�is�required.
                                                                                                            No�commercial,�industrial�or
                                                                                                            agricultural�products,�please!
Get�up�to�1�cubic�yard�of�free�Rot�Pot�compost�at�the
April 2020                                                          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

      Spring Cleanup Starts On April 27!
                                                                    Zone�A                  Zone�B          Zone�B

5         Palm�Sunday   6                     7              8                        9               10      Good�Friday   11
                                                                                                      NO�COLLECTION
                                                                                                      RECYCLING�DEPOT
                                                                                                      &�LANDFILL�CLOSED
                             Zone�B                Zone�B           Zone�B                  Zone�A

12      Easter�Sunday   13    Easter�Monday   14             15                       16              17                    18
     RECYCLING�DEPOT
    & LANDFILL�CLOSED

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

19                      20                    21             22          Earth�Day    23              24                    25

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

26                      27                    28             29                       30
                                                                                                      Spring�Cleanup
                                                                                                      occurs on�days
                                                                                                      with�this�symbol
                             Zone�A                Zone�A           Zone�A                  Zone�A
Sprinkling�Restrictions�Take�Effect�This�Month!
May 2020                                                                     Check�ourwatermatters.ca�for�the�status.

      SUNDAY                MONDAY                 TUESDAY        WEDNESDAY             THURSDAY               FRIDAY             SATURDAY
CO�Alarms�Can�Be�Dropped�Off�At                                                                          1                   2
     • Mission�Recycling�Depot,�7229�Mershon�Street
     • London�Drugs,�200-32555�London�Ave
     • Mission�Bottle�Depot,�7233�Park�Street
                                                                                                               Zone�B

3                      4                      5              6                     7                     8                   9
                                                                                                                             Household�Hazardous
                                                                                                                             Waste�Drop-off�Day
                                                                                                                             Mission�Recycling�Depot
                                                                                                                             (7229�Mershon�St)
                             Zone�B                Zone�B           Zone�B               Zone�B                Zone�A        9�am�to�1�pm
10      Mother's�Day   11                     12             13                    14                    15                  16

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

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

24                     25                     26             27                    28                    29                  30

31
                             Zone�A                Zone�A           Zone�A               Zone�A                Zone�A

                                                                                                    Spring�cleanup�occurs�on�days�with�this�symbol
Be Pesticide Free!
Pesticides�- including herbicides,�insecticides�and�fungicides�–�are designed�to
kill�specific�organisms.�Applied�incorrectly,�carelessly�or�in�excess,�they�can�be
harmful�to�people,�animals and�our�environment.
To�be�safe,�pesticides�should�only�be used�in�situations,�where�a�pest�species
poses�a�serious�problem,�and�not�for�purely cosmetic reasons.
Better�Ways�To�Take�Care�Of�Your�Yard
    • Mow�your�lawn�high�and�leave�clippings�lying�where�they�may�fall.�A
      thick,�healthy�lawn�will�crowd�out�pests�and�weeds.�Aerate,�dethatch
      and water�deeply.�Add�a�layer�of�compost�in�the�spring�(pick�up�your�free
      cubic�yard�in�April�or�May!).
    • Consider�replacing�grass�with�trees,�shrubs,�ground�covers,�and�native
      flowers�for�a�low-maintenance�alternative.
    • Dig�out�harmless�weeds�by�hand�or�learn�to�live�with�them�(dandelion
      tea,�anyone?).�Pour�boiling�water�on weeds�growing�between�patio
      stones�or�gravel,�rather�than�douse�them�in�weedkiller.
    • Knock�harmfull�insects�off�plants�by�hand�into�a�dish�of�soapy�water.
    • Ask�about�natural�pest-control�alternatives,�such�as�traps,�organic�soaps
      and�diatomaceous�earth,�at�your�local�garden�store.
What’s�In�Your�Shed?
Domestic�pesticides�with�the�skull�and�crossbone�symbol�that�are�no�longer
needed�can�be�dropped�off�at�the�Mission�Recycling�Depot any�day�of�the
year. Other�household�hazardous�products�are�accepted�at�the�depot�on�the
annual�household�hazardous�waste�day�(see�May�feature).
June 2020
       SUNDAY                   MONDAY        TUESDAY        WEDNESDAY            THURSDAY               FRIDAY        SATURDAY

                           1             2              3                    4                      5             6

                                Zone�B        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    Summer�begins
Fraser�Valley�Children's
Festival;�Heritage�Park;
   10-4;�604-826-0029

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

21        Father's�Day,    22            23             24                   25                     26            27
    National�Aboriginal
                   Day

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

28                         29            30
                                                        Envision�Twilight�Concert�Series�Starts�Late�This�Month
                                                        Visit�mission.ca/events�for�full�details.
                                Zone�B        Zone�B
July 2020
      SUNDAY             MONDAY              TUESDAY           WEDNESDAY             THURSDAY        FRIDAY        SATURDAY

                                                          1        Canada�Day   2               3             4
Drop Off�Large�Appliances�At
                                                          NO�COLLECTION
     • Mission�Landfill                                   RECYCLING�DEPOT
     • Mission�Recycling�Depot�(no�fridges�or�freezers)   &�LANDFILL�CLOSED
                                                                                      Zone�B         Zone�B

5                   6                   7                 8                     9               10            11

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

12                  13                  14                15                    16              17            18

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

19                  20                  21                22                    23              24            25

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

26                  27                  28                29                    30              31

                          Zone�A             Zone�B              Zone�B               Zone�B         Zone�B
August 2020
     SUNDAY            MONDAY                  TUESDAY        WEDNESDAY         THURSDAY           FRIDAY            SATURDAY

                                                                                                                1
Needles�&�Sharps�Return
Needles�and�sharps�can�also�be�returned�to�partcipating�pharmacies free of�charge.�Check�healthsteward.ca�for
locations.

2                 3    BC�Day,�Heritage   4              5                 6                  7                 8
                                    Day
                  NO�COLLECTION
                  RECYCLING�DEPOT
                  &�LANDFILL�CLOSED
                                               Zone�B           Zone�A           Zone�A            Zone�A

9                 10                      11             12                13                 14                15

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

16                17                      18             19                20                 21                22

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

23                24                      25             26                27                 28                29
                        Zone�A

30                31
                        Zone�B                 Zone�A           Zone�B           Zone�B            Zone�B
Keep Them Wild
Properly�Manage�Household�Waste
The�District's�Solid�Waste�Management�Bylaw�5526-2015�requires�that
garbage,�recyclables�and�compost�only�be�set�out�for�curbside�collection
between�5:00�am�and�8:00�am.�The�fine�for�early�setouts�is $250�per�day.
Non-permanent,�wildlife�resistant�enclosures�or�bins�(80-litre/20-kg�limit)
may�be�used�to�set�out�curbside�materials�outside�of�the�5:00�am�to�8:00�am
timeframe.
Reduce�Other�Attractants
Bears�are�also�attracted�to�small�livestock,�such�as�backyard�chickens�and
rabbits,�bird�feeders,�pet�food,�unclean�barbeques�and�ripe�fruit.�Basically,�if�it
                                                                                      Wildilfe�is�regulated�by�the provincial�Wildlife�Act,�which�is
could�attract�rats,�it�could�attract�bears.
                                                                                      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.
  Bears�are�always�looking�for�food,�and�they�have an�extremely keen�sense
                                                                                      To�report�an�aggressive�wildlife�encounter,�please�phone�the
  of�smell.�If�they�find�a�"reward"�once,�such�as�unsecured�garbage,�compost,
                                                                                      provincial�conservation�officer�service�at�1-877-952-7277.
  ripe�fruit,�pet�food�or�bird�seed,�they�are�sure�to�return�for�seconds.�Bears
  that�become�used�to�feeding�on�human�food�sources�are�usually�destroyed.            WildSafeBC�is�a�program�designed�to�reduce�human-wildlife�conflict
                                                                                      through�education,�innovation�and�cooperation.�It�is�delivered�by�the
  Conservation�officers�destroy�several�bears�in�Mission�every
                                                                                      British�Columbia�Conservation�Foundation.�Visit�wildsafebc.com�to
  year�-�PREVENTABLE!
                                                                                      access�a�mapping�tool�that�shows�where�wildlife�has�been�spotted
  We�cannot�train�the�bears,�so�we�need you�to�work�with�us. Please                   (click�on�"WARP"�and�zoom�in�on�your�neighbourhood). To�speak�to
  do�your�part�in�preventing�bear�attraction.                                         the provincial�WildSafeBC�Coordinator,�phone�1-250-828-2551.
September 2020
     SUNDAY         MONDAY                TUESDAY               WEDNESDAY        THURSDAY             FRIDAY               SATURDAY

                                     1                     2                3                    4                    5
       Back To�School!
                                          Zone�B                  Zone�A          Zone�A              Zone�A

6              7        Labour�Day   8                     9                10                   11                   12
               NO�COLLECTION
               RECYCLING�DEPOT
               &�LANDFILL�CLOSED
                                          Zone�A                  Zone�A          Zone�B              Zone�B

13             14                    15                    16               17                   18                   19

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

20             21                    22      Fall�begins   23               24                   25                   26
                                                                                                                      Cultural�Days�Arts�and
                                                                                                                      Craft�Sale
                                                                                                                      Mission�Arts�Council;
                                                                                                                      10-4
                     Zone�A               Zone�A                  Zone�A          Zone�B              Zone�B          604-826-0029
27             28                    29                    30               Litterless�Lunches
                                                                            Rather�than buying pre-packaged�snack�kits,�do�your�kids'
                                                                            future�a�favour�and�skip�the�excess�packaging.�Search�the
                                                                            internet�for�"litterless�lunch"�for�a�plethora�of�ideas.
                     Zone�B               Zone�B                  Zone�B
Illegal Dumping Is Heartless                                                                     Frequently�Dumped�Items�That�Can�Be
                                                                                                 Dropped�Off�Free�Of�Charge*

Besides�presenting�an�enormous�burden�to�taxpayers,�illegally�dumping�pollutes                       •   Appliances
watercourses,�harms�wildlife�and�sends�an�unkind�message�to�young�people,�whose�future               •   Tires
depends�on�this�planet's�livability.                                                                 •   Automotive�batteries
                                                                                                     •   Barbeques
The�Mission�Environmental�Stewardship�Society�(formerly�Mission�Adopt-A-Block�Society),�a            •   TVs�&�Monitors
dedicated�group�of�volunteers,�helps�keep�Mission�free�from�litter�and�illegally�dumped�items.       •   Computers�&�other�electronics
MESS'�core�programs�include�area�adoptions,�major�group�cleanups�and�fundraiser                      •   Paint�cans�with�or�without�residue
opportunities�for�Mission�community�groups�and�non-profit�organizations.�MESS�also�runs              •   Pails�of�used�oil
the�School�Litter�Challenge�and�a�Youth�Environmental�Stewardship�Club.                                                    *see�drop-off�guide�on�page�5
All�equipment�and�a�road�sign�recognizing�an�adopted�area�are�provided�to�volunteers�at�no
cost.�Volunteer�for�the�MESS�team�today!                                                         Dumping�Yard�Waste�Is�Illegal�Too
                                                                                                 Yard�waste�often�contains�non-native�plants�that
604-826-9423� � � � � � � � � � �info@messociety.org� � � � � � � � � �www.messociety.org
                                                                                                 can�spread�quickly�and�displace�native�species.
                                                                                                 Dumping�yard�waste�near�streams�can�spread
                                                                                                 invasive�seeds�and�contribute�unwanted�nutrients
                                                                                                 to�waterways.
                                                                                                 Yard�waste�is�collected�at�the�curb�in�unlimited
                                                                                                 amounts,�and�it�can�also�be�dropped�off�at�the
                                                                                                 Mission�Landfill.�Grass�clippings,�leaves�and�moss
                                                                                                 are�accepted�free�of�charge.

                                                                                                 Questions�about�disposal�or�recycling
                                                                                                 options?�Contact�the�Engineering
                                                                                                 Department�at�604-820-3736�or
                                                                                                 engineering@mission.ca.
October 2020
     SUNDAY            MONDAY                 TUESDAY        WEDNESDAY         THURSDAY        FRIDAY        SATURDAY
Rivers�Edge�Haunted�Attraction                                            1               2             3
Fridays�through�Sundays�from�October�9�to�25�&�October�29�to�31�at�7�pm
Mission�Raceway�Park
missionartscouncil.ca;�604-826-0029                                             Zone�A         Zone�A

4                 5                      6              7                 8               9             10

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

11                12      Thanksgiving   13             14                15              16            17
                  NO�COLLECTION
                  RECYCLING�DEPOT
                  &�LANDFILL�CLOSED
                                              Zone�B           Zone�B           Zone�B         Zone�A

18                19                     20             21                22              23            24

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

25                26                     27             28                29              30            31       Halloween

                        Zone�B                Zone�B           Zone�B           Zone�B         Zone�A
November 2020
     SUNDAY                   MONDAY        TUESDAY             WEDNESDAY            THURSDAY        FRIDAY        SATURDAY

1    Daylight�Saving     2             3                   4                    5               6             7
                ends                                                                                          Christmas�Craft�Market
                                                                                                              Heritage�Park�School
                                                                                                              10-5;�604-826-0029

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

8                        9             10                  11     Remembrance   12              13            14
Christmas�Craft�Market                                                    Day
  Heritage�Park�School                                     NO�COLLECTION
   10-5;�604-826-0029                                      RECYCLING�DEPOT
                                                           &�LANDFILL�CLOSED
                              Zone�B         Zone�B                                   Zone�B         Zone�B

15                       16            17                  18                   19              20            21

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22                       23            24                  25                   26              27            28

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

29                       30            Small�Appliance�Drop-off�Locations
                                            • Mission�Recycling�Depot,�7229�Mershon�Street
                                            • Mission�Bottle�Depot,�7233�Park�Street
                              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.
Curbside�Collection                                   At�The�Landfill:
No�curbside�collection on�Christmas�Day�and           One�Christmas�tree�per�household�may�also�be
New�Year's�Day!�Residents can�put�out�twice           dropped�off�at�the�Mission�Landfill�free�of�charge
the�regular�amount�of�garbage�on�their�garbage        anytime.�The�Mission�Landfill�is�located�at�32000
collection�day�immediately�following�the�holidays.    Dewdney�Trunk�Road,�just�east�of�the�Stave�Lake
Additional�garbage�is�acceptable�in�bags�or           dam,�and�is�open�seven�days�a�week�from�8�am�to
bins. No waste�can�be�set�out�until�between�5�and     5�pm,�but�closed�on�statutory�holidays,�including
8�am�on�the�morning�of�collection�day.                Christmas�Day,�Boxing�Day�and�New�Year's�Day.

Plastic�Plates�Are�Not�Festive!
Tis�the�season,�let�it�shine! Avoid single-use�plates�and�cutlery,�and�get�out�the�good�dishes,�it's�what
makes�the�festive�season�festive.�Make�your�meals�special,�but�avoid�overabundance.�Ask�guests
to�bring�reusable�containers,�so�you�can�send�leftovers�home�with them, and find creative�recipes
online to�utilize odds�and�ends.
Avoid�elaborate�gift�packages.�Instead,�consider�baking something,�making�preserves�or concocting
your�own�beverage�creation�for gifts,�and�use�reusable�gift�bags.�Give�the�gift�of�time,�such�as�offering
shopping,�cleaning, baby�or�pet-sitting�services. No�wrapping�required,�but�certain�to show�someone
you�care.
December 2020
      SUNDAY                MONDAY                 TUESDAY               WEDNESDAY             THURSDAY                FRIDAY                 SATURDAY

                                              1                     2                     3                     4Candlelight�Parade;     5
        Be Kind�To�Others                                                                                        Downtown;�7:30-10
                                                   Zone�A                  Zone�A               Zone�A               Zone�A

6                      7                      8                     9                     10                    11                       12

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13                     14                     15                    16                    17                    18                       19

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

20                     21     Winter�begins   22                    23                    24                    25           Christmas   26       Boxing�Day
                                                                                          DEPOT�&�LANDFILL      NO�COLLECTION            RECYCLING�DEPOT
                                                                                          CLOSE�AT�3�PM         RECYCLING�DEPOT          & LANDFILL�CLOSED
                             Zone�B                Zone�B                  Zone�B               Zone�B          &�LANDFILL�CLOSED
27                     28                     29                    30                    31                    1      New�Year's�Day    2
                                                                                          DEPOT�&�LANDFILL           January 2021
                                                                                          CLOSE�AT�3�PM
                             Zone�B                Zone�A                  Zone�A               Zone�A

3                      4                      5                     6                     7                     8                        9

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

10                     11                     12                    13                    14                    15                       16

                             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
                                                                                                 Curbside�Collection�Contractor
Where Do I...                                                                                    604-820-6487
                                                                                                 Engineering�Department
.�.�.�pick�up�a�Rot�Pot,�Black�Box�or         .�.�.�buy�compostable�bags?
Blue�Bin?                                                                                        604-820-3736
                                              Compostable�paper�and�plastic�bags�are
All�containers�are�available�at�Welton        available�at�local�building�supply�and             engineering@mission.ca
Common�at�7337�Welton�Street.�Please          grocery�stores.                                    Landfill�Scalehouse
bring�proof�of�Mission�residency.�Charges
may�apply.                                    .�.�.�buy�extra�garbage�stickers?                  604-826-9008
                                              Extra�garbage�stickers�are�available�at�City       Mission�Recycling�Depot
.�.�.�buy�a�kitchen�compost�bin?              Hall,�Welton�Common�and�the�Leisure
Kitchen�catchers�are�available�at�building    Centre�for�$3.50�per�sticker.                      604-814-3555
supply�and�hardware�stores.                                                                      Recycling�Hotline
                                              .�.�.�buy�clear,�marked�bags�for
.�.�.�get�free�orange�and�blue                asbestos/old�drywall�disposal?                     1-800-667-4321
stickers�for�extra�curbside�bins?             Clear,�marked�6-mil�bags�are�available�by          Wildlife�Conflicts/Conservation
Stickers�are�available�at�City�Hall,�Welton   the�bag�at�RONA�at�7072�Wren�Street,�or
Common�and�the�Leisure�Centre.                                                                   Officers
                                              by�the�box�at�LORDCO�at�32885�London
                                              Avenue.
                                                                                                 1-877-952-7277

                                                                                             Welton�Common Mission�City�Hall
                                                                                             7337�Welton�Street    8645�Stave�Lake�St
                                                                                             Mission,�BC�V2V�3X1   Mission,�BC�V2V�4L9
                                                                                             www.mission.ca        www.mission.ca
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