An expanded recycling program by Recycle BC started last Friday in British Columbia, but not Prince George.
Vanderhoof and Quesnel will hold the closest depots allowing the new ‘Other Flexible Plastic Packaging’ including:
Stand-up and Zipper Lock Pouches
- Zipper lock pouches for frozen foods like prawns, berries and prepared food
- Zipper lock bags for fresh foods like grapes, berries and deli meat
- Stand-up pouches for baby food and hand soap refills
- Stand-up and zipper lock pouches for items like dried fruits, granola, sugar, oatmeal, quinoa, dish detergent pods and grated cheese
Crinkly Wrappers and Bags
- Bags for potato chips, candy, dried pasta, coffee and cereal
- Cellophane for flowers and gift baskets
- Wrappers for cheese slices, snack bars and instant noodles
Flexible Packaging with Plastic Seal
- Packaging for fresh pasta, pre-packaged deli meats and pre-packaged cheese
Woven and Net Plastic Bags
- Net bags for avocados, onions, oranges, lemons and limes
- Woven plastic bags for rice
Non-food Protective Packaging
- Padded protective plastic like plastic shipping envelopes, plastic air packets and bubble wrap
Not included in the expansion are plastic squeeze tubes, plastic-lined paper or plastic, plastic strapping, 6-pack rings, biodegradable or Oxo plastic, and PVC/Vinyl.
A full list of participating depots is available here.
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