Archive for the ‘environment’ Category

Monday, June 29th, 2009

ISLAND PROFILE: ROBSON BIGHT ECOLOGICAL RESERVE

British Columbians are fortunate to live in a part of the world that is so deeply steeped in natural beauty around every tree, under ever rock and in every ocean current. This could not be more true, however, than for the residents of Vancouver Island. The abundance of wildlife that call the Island and its surrounding waters home is astounding.


Photo: MagicLens on Flickr

Etched into the eastern shores of northern Vancouver Island is the Robson Bight (Michael Bigg) Ecological Reserve. Named after a man famously known for identifying and photographing the countless pods of killer whales that call the area home, Robson Bight has been a Provincially-sanctioned reserve to protect the local killer whale population since 1982. The name Robson comes from Lieutenant Commander Charles Rufus Robson who died in Victoria, BC in 1861.


Photo: BC Parks

Stretching over 1200 hectares of shoreline, all boats are forbidden from entering the reserve and the park area around it is restricted to non-destructive recreational activities such as hiking and photography. Fishing, camping and hiking are strictly forbidden. These regulations are key in creating a safe refuge for these gentle giants.


Photo: Traveler’s Voice

While it is unclear exactly how many killer whales and their pods travel up and down British Columbia’s shores, what is known is how drastically they’re being affected by the fishing industry, toxic waste, boating and sonar interference (as whales rely on this method of communication with each other).


Photo: Ralph Lee Hopkins/Nature’s Best Photography

Robson Bight Ecological Reserve is perhaps best known in recent media as being the site of a tragic and preventable man-made disaster on August 20, 2007 when a barge illegally traveling through the sound lost its load, dumping 11 vehicles and pieces of forestry equipment into the water. The vehicles - and over 10,000 litres of diesel fuel - laid 350 metres below the surface for almost two years until it was recovered in May of this year.


Photo: Stubbs Island Sightings

Thankfully, the damage to the whales’ sanctuary was minimal. Crown prosecutors laid charges against Chemainus-based logging contractor Ted LeRoy Trucking, Campbell River’s Gowlland Towing and the skipper of the tugboat Kathy L in July, 2008.


Photo: Northern Lights Expeditions

While recreation in the area is extremely limited, the nearby community of Telegraph Cove is a hot spot for eco-tourism and nature-spotting with a focus on sea kayaking. Though it’s my personal belief that the killer whales should be left alone to bask in their natural environment free of interference, many of these sea kayaking ventures are careful to respect the area and give the killer whales a wide, safe berth. Keep in mind that even ecotourism is prohibited in Robson Bight, so all whale watching is done from a safe distance outside of the designated area.


Photo: Wildheart Adventures

Anyone lucky enough to have explored this area knows how precious the landscape is. Nothing lasts forever, and if we don’t take active steps to protect the land we call home, perhaps even this generation will see the day when what was will no longer be. The trees, the ocean, the air, the rocks and even the whales are gifts to us all and we must always be sure to view them as such - not to be taken for granted.


Photo: Our BC

To learn more about Robson Bight (Michael Bigg) Ecological Reserve, please visit BC Parks’ website. A guideline for viewing or encountering killer whales in the wild can be viewed here in PDF format. If you’re interested in adopting a killer whale and contributing to the conservation of the local population, please visit the British Columbia Wild Killer Whale Adoption Program.

Jordy, Charley and myself are participating in this year’s BC-SPCA Paws For A Cause. Click here to read more about my personal fund-raising effort. If you would like to donate, hop on over to my personal campaign page. Many thanks for your generosity!
Sunday, February 22nd, 2009

SOLDIERS HAVE TO SOLDIER ON

This weekend was the first weekend I didn’t spend on Vancouver Island in a month. Last night was rough and tough, and I felt very much defeated. I didn’t need something to keep me occupied or attempt at making me smile; what I needed was rejuvenation. Rejuvenation wasn’t what I expected, but it was exactly what I got on this optimistically gray Sunday afternoon.

I hopped the 601 bus to Tsawwassen and was picked up by Chelsea. We then hopped the border into the United States to spend the afternoon in Point Roberts.

She’d been wanting to show me Lily Point Marine Reserve for sometime now, and the experience was incredible. It’s funny how driving across an imaginary line can instantly cause me to feel so far removed from all that I want to escape. We were only minutes from Canada but miles from “life.”

Lily Point holds an interesting piece of history in the area. Between 1884 and 1917, the Alaska Packers Association operated a salmon cannery at the edge of the water, overlooking the Juan de Fuca Strait. The cannery was subsequently abolished when the salmon supply depleted, but a few remnants still scatter the shoreline today. This is how it used to look.

It took no more than a brief glance to the silhouette of Saltpring and Vancouver Islands for my heart strings to feel a sharp tug. It will always be home, but what I yearn for there is in my past.

After admiring the view, we made our way down the clay cliffs to check out the cannery ruins up close and personal. Chelsea feels like Alice in Wonderland down here. I totally understand why.

Chelsea In Wonderland

Chucks In Muck

I wouldn’t be hard-pressed to guess that much of what remained of the cannery had been destroyed by fire at one point.

I saw these two horses wearing pretty purple robes. So regal-like.

Pretty Purple Horsey Princes

Obviously going to the U.S. and not raiding the candy aisle would be a tragic waste of time. We wasted no time. Chelsea’s big into the Swedish fishes.

Want some of my awkward Goobers? (Emphasis on the “awkward”.)

How’d you like them boxes, Duane?

Yessss… they’re very tasty.

That pink crap you buy? That’s not real cream soda, in case you were wondering.

The Creamiest

I’m a sucker for VitaminWater, but those lucky Americans are also treated to VitaminEnergy drinks. I’m jealous. So I bought one. I’ll let you know how it is. (Oh and it’s in a can, not a bottle.)

$18.49 American dollars later, and it’ll all go straight to… well, I dunno. I’ll sweat it off or something.

Le Haul

Photos are great and the candy will be eaten, but I wanted a permanent reminder of my day.

I’ve always been fascinated by beach rocks, and the colours I found amazed me.

Whether you believe in God or not is your call, but I couldn’t help but be in awe of the beauty Chelsea and I experienced today. The beauty in the nature around us, in the simple honesty of our friendship and of the spiritual recharge that this day provided for me.

It’s ironic to me that, on the bus ride to Tsawwassen, I started to read Eat Pray Love by Elizabeth Gilbert, because those three elements were key to what brought me the most joy today.

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Friday, April 11th, 2008

IT’S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE WEEK

I live for Fridays. Actually, scratch that - I live for weekends. I relish time spent in quiet; completely un-rushed. Waking in the morning with sunlight spilling all over the floor, crisp coffee, pajamas until noon, leg warmers, movie marathons and time to do whatever I please to do (or not do). This weekend is no exception.

Amy and I have planned a “doggy date” with three little munchkins in the sunshine that Vancouver is supposed to be blessed with tomorrow. Also this weekend marks a birthday, so I am honoured with the duty of spending all of Sunday in the kitchen, cooking and baking up a storm. Truth be told, the Martha Stewart in me adores the task and I’m more than excited about it.

In the spirit of all things Friday at 5pm, here’s a little link love to kick off your weekend…

Man Eaters

  • In just a few short sleeps (5 to be exact), Army & Navy is holding its annual shoe sale at all three Lower Mainland locations. Rebecca and I will be camped out along West Cordova Street on Wednesday morning with the masses, hoping to get our manicured hands on some Steve Madden heels. Feel free to drop by to bring us well wishes, early morning hugs, americano coffees or Starbucks’ ginger molasses cookies.
  • Next weekend Canada Place opens its doors to EP!C: The Sustainable Living Expo.

    Greening your life is easy - all you need is a little education and inspiration. EPIC has lots of both. Join us for this three day celebration of green living, and surround yourself with truly inspiring people and environmentally innovative products.

    Running from April 18-20, join myself, Rebecca and the rest of the happyfrog frogbloggers as we take in Vancouver’s largest green consumer show and eco-marketplace. I’ll have more info on the event over the next week posted both here and on the frogblog, including information on a special guest appearance.

  • The Comox Valley is awaiting the possibility of a huge announcement after the weekend when Environment Minister Barry Penner makes his way to the Island. Hopes are up that the Provincial government will flush $4 million dollars into the Tsolum River Restoration Project in an effort to protect this vital water supply. [article]

    Tsolum River
    Original Photo: townzell on Flickr

  • Earth Day Canada is less than two weeks away, falling on April 22, 2008 this year. Click here to visit Earth Day Canada’s website to find events in your community. There are a number of events happening across Vancouver Island, particularly in Campbell River, Esquimalt, Tofino and Duncan.
  • Tuesday, March 11th, 2008

    FABULOUS TUESDAYS

    Fabulous Life - The Style Spy

  • Though I enjoy clothes like almost any other girl, I’ve never been much of one for making a big deal out of it, and I’ve certainly never been to any sort of fashion show. This Friday, The Style Spy is presenting Fabulous Life, a night of fashion, entertainment and style.

    Featuring: Designs from Kensie, Vero Moda, Rebecca Beeson, Bench, Kersh, Perameter, Full Circle, Coco & Tashi, Tavan & Mitto, Guess, Chulo Pony, Lady Dutch, Ben Sherman and more

    Where: The Bay Downtown, 3rd Floor, 674 Granville Street, Vancouver

    When: Friday, March 14, 2008 - Doors open at 6pm, Fashion Show begins at 7pm - arrive early and RSVP to party@thestylespy.com to be eligible for one of 200 swag bags

    What To Know: The admission is free and the dress code is “fabulous.”

    I know that Becky and I will be all over the event like fat kids on cake, and we’re both more than looking forward to meeting another fellow fashion-forward blogger at the show.

  • Today is “New Movie Tuesday,” the day on which new release DVDs hit shelves. Being that it’s March 11th, I now have a pretty little copy of the Coen brothers’ “No Country For Old Men” tucked sweetly in my new H&M bag, ready to be unwrapped within only a few short hours. I’m excited…far too excited. Close your eyes and forget the bad haircut. Javier Bardem has a voice that I would just die to hear at 2:00 a.m. in the dark. Okay, I need to stop now.
  • Living GreenThe Comox Valley has a new baby…sort of. Recently, a group of Comox Valley citizen banded together to form “Living Green Building Green,” an organization that’s…

    “..committed to reducing the ecological impacts of our day-to-day lives and preserving the quality of life that we enjoy in our special part of the world.”

    Last week the group held their first ever “Living Green” tradeshow in the Comox Valley, and the excitment seems to be getting a lot of local residents on board. Click the logo to visit the website and find more about this exciting new initiative.

  • Anyone that reads my blog knows that I’m not exactly the biggest fan of BC Ferries, and certainly am never in favour of corporate spending (particularly when 2010 logos are emblazoned across the boats). However, being that it’s a strange year and Easter falls in March - next week to be exact - I’m scooping up Benji and Casey and heading for a few days on the Island next week. I’ve booked a sailing in both directions and was slightly intrigued to find out that my journey to the Island will be on the new Coastal Renaissance vessel. I’ll have to do some exploring and take pics while aboard. Check back in a little over a week for my review.
  • Friday, February 29th, 2008

    ADDICTED TO GREEN

    I’ve been waiting on pins and needles for this weekend’s Green Living Show at BC Place Stadium. Educating myself, particularly with respect to subjects that fit in with my values, has always been something I’ve held in high importance. I’m always excited to go on adventures with Becky, and this was no exception. My plan was to review the show, share some pictures and point you, my readers, in some interesting directions (if you planned on visiting the show). However, it turned out that there was so much to learn, see, do, take in and read about that to re-cap it all in one post will be impossible.

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    That being said, I plan on creating a series of posts which will appear here and on the frogblog over on the happyfrog website, breaking down some of the ideas shared, products presented and anything else that I think will be beneficial and of interest to you all.

    The truth is, sustainable living is something that can be applied to a part of nearly every facet of everyday life, from food and clothing to transportation and construction. Each and every one of us are responsible for doing our part, and to do so is much easier than most may realize. Even just changing one aspect of your life is a change for the better, whether it be eating locally-produced vegetables or incorporating more eco-friendly fabrics into your wardrobe (bamboo is terrific and irresistibly soft). Organic beer is even an option if you just need to take baby steps!

    That being said, here’s a look at some of the shenanigans us ladies got up to:

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    Here’s a quick list of particular booths, products, ideas and services I recommend checking out:

  • Lush Cosmetics - Becky and I each scored a free sample of soap and a discount coupon
  • Scent With Love - Luscious soy candles that, when melted, can be use as a skin moisturizer
  • Ocean Wise - a conservation project based out of the Vancouver Aquarium
  • Manitoba Harvest Hemp Foods & Oils
  • Rocky Mountain Flatbread - damn good organic pizza
  • Fetzer Vineyards - America’s sixth largest producer of wine using incredibly forward-thinking eco-friendly production methods. Plus, the guy that poured our wine had a super-cute southern accent.
  • Also, make sure you stop by the Clear FM booth and enter for a chance to win a $2,000 “Eco-Dream Deluxe Bedroom Makeover” from Dream Designs, including 1 queen size organic cotton supreme futon mattress, 1 queen size organic cotton sateen sheet set & duvet cover, 2 standard size organic buckwheat comfort cloud pillows, 2 standard size kapok filled pillows, 1 bamboo filled duvet, 1 hemp shower curtain and delivery anywhere in Vancouver.

    Two final pieces of very important advice I leave you with:

    1. Though you will be tempted to try samples of all the foods and beverages you see, once your tummy is full of no less than organic chocolate, organic beer, coconut oil, hemp butter, organic wine and hemp milk, that same tummy will be very, very angry with you.

    2. The guy running the Zipcar booth is very cute.

    Tuesday, February 26th, 2008

    IT’S ALL GREEN, IT’S ALL GOOD

  • header_01.gifVancouver’s “premier consumer show dedicated to all things green” sweeps into BC Place Stadium this weekend, February 29 - March 2. With over 200 exhibitors, tons of new products, food samples and more ideas and advice than you can shake an earth-friendly bamboo stick at, there’s no reason not to check out the Green Living Show. Adult tickets are $10.50 online and $12 at the door. I plan on checking out the show and blogging what I see and learn, so say hi if you spot me!
  • reddot.JPGDespise junk mail as much as you despise wasted paper? Click over to the Red Dot Campaign. Targeted at reducing paper waste and clutter, the campaign encourages advertisers to re-evaluate their current marketing strategies. There are a number of very simple ways in which you can get involved to spread the word while reducing the number of unnecessary fliers in your mailbox, so take a few moments to check this out. (I’ve always wondered why, living in a West End highrise where the rent is still marginally under $1,000, my mailbox is constantly stuffed with glossy prints advertising $500,000 studio apartments I could never afford. It’s such a waste.)
  • My friend Angela recently mentioned a new website that tests your brain while providing grains of rice through the UN World Food Program to help end hunger. So my only question to you is: Got Rice?
  • Monday, January 28th, 2008

    GREEN MADE EASY

    sidebar_to1.gifIf you’ve been incessantly scratching your head, attempting to figure out ways in which you can incorporate a little bit more green living into your life, you may be interested in checking out The Green Living Show. From February 29 until March 2, more than 200 globe-friendly companies will be displaying their wares and ideas at BC Place Stadium. Dedicated to “information, innovation and inspiration,” the Green Living Show has a wealth of ideas and information for those who already live a wholly green lifestyle and those who are wondering where to begin.

    Adult ticket prices are $10.50 online and $12.00 at the door. Please visit The Green Living Show’s website for more information on vendors, tickets, location, green tips and more.

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    It seems that I’ve been watching a lot of classic British cinema lately, and I believe I’ve found a new love in doing so. Last week I finished the entirety of the BBC’s ‘Pride and Prejudice‘ from 1995 starring Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle. My first thought as the credits rolled was “forget ‘Dirty Dancing’ because this is my favourite new love story.” How I never saw it before this year is beyond me because it’s a fantastically acted movie that tells a smile-inducing story. The tension and chemistry between Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth Bennett is perfection. That being said, I have no desire to see the recently released version starring quite possibly one of my least favourite actresses, mostly due to the fact that you can’t build on perfection, so the 2005 film would be nothing but a let-down.

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    Photo: BBC/Television Heaven

    A few nights ago I began watching a BBC mini-series that was released in 1971, “Elizabeth R,” which chronicles the rise, rule and reign that Queen Elizabeth I held over England in the mid-1500s. In what is said to be the most accurate portrayal of England’s beloved Queen, the incomparable Glenda Jackson commands the audience to watch and be enamored.

    What I love most about this film, besides the fascinating story, is the acting. By way of their exuberant motions and movements, it is rather obvious that the majority of those playing in the film are quality British stage actors who rely heavily on their bodies to convey their character. What is most brilliant about this is that they could all be performing this film on a sound stage in nothing more than jeans and t-shirts, free of props, and the film would still be just as engaging.

    The winter brings about the most perfect weather for diving into cinematic classics, so I’d suggest tackling this one if you’re up to the task. Because let me tell you, those Brits are most certainly dedicated to their craft.

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    logo_kokanee1.gifThe second Kokanee Day For Dudes of 2008 is happening this Friday at Mount Washington, which is reason enough for Becky and I to make the trek to Vancouver Island. For 59 bucks, men can ride, take a lesson and enjoy some apres good times in the lodge, sponsored by Kokanee. Did I mention you also get to oggle Becky and myself when you catch glimpses of us shredding up there?

    Thursday, January 24th, 2008

    I’M GIDDY!

    Some points for Thursday morning…

  • Care to know why I’m so giddy? Because this time a week from now, I’ll still be sitting at my desk at work, but the only difference being that there’ll be a huge backpack behind me filled with my snowboard gear as I count down the hours before Becky and I hit the Horseshoe Bay ferry. And from there, it’ll only be one more sleep until a day full of fresh powder, crisp beer, hot boys, the “beep-beep-beep” sound when a grasshopper falls off the lift, sunshine, clean air and every other good thing that comes along with popping Becky’s Mount Washington cherry.

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  • Did you doubt me when I told you how much the face of Vancouver Island is changing? Duncan’s tiny Wal-Mart, which was a lifesaver to me during the summers I spent at Camp Qwanoes, is slated to be replaced by a “bigger and better” version at the Cowichan Commons retail mall, spread out over 172,000 square feet.
  • logo_capers1.gifClap your hands and say “yeah!” for Capers and Whole Foods markets. After April 22, 2008, which coincidentally enough is also Earth Day, you’ll have to bring your own bags to fill with your grocery booty or buy their reusable bags. Cheers to keeping plastic out of the landfill!
  • If you’re at all like me, there are few things that (as a pedestrian) are as grating on one’s nerves as inattentive drivers yammering away on their cell phones while operating 2,000 pound weapons. The Province of British Columbia is conducting a study to explore options which could include limiting cell phone use while driving or banning it altogether. Keep your fingers crossed!
  • For the record, Colin Firth emerging from the lake as Mr. Darcy in Jane Austin’s Pride and Prejudice is nothing to write home about. Bridget Jones was going on and on about nothing.
  • Tuesday, January 22nd, 2008

    THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME

    In 1787, the first explorers came ashore at what is now known as Tofino. The site was named as such in 1792 by Spanish Captains Galiano and Valdez, but European settlers didn’t make their way to the area until somewhere in the middle of the 19th Century [source]. Fast forward 100 years to the decade that brought you A Clockwork Orange, disco music and the echo of the sexual revolution. Tofino was mostly populated by long-time locals and descendents of many of the community’s earliest families. The shores were dotted with lovingly-built beach shacks. It was a sustainable and affordable community. Care to take a slice of the pie in today’s market?

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    Photo: Chesterman Beach Realty

    “This beautifully maintained 2 bedroom beachside rancher is situated on a forested, private .4 acre property across the road from spectacular Chesterman Beach in Tofino. Features include wood flooring throughout, Regency wood burning stove, large private 480 sq. ft. cedar deck, detached double garage and easy beach access. [With a square footage of 1,092] this home is ideal for a small family or as a vacation cottage. Furnishings and art are included in purchase price.”

    It can be all yours for only $721,000.

    Keep in mind that this is only what’s considered to be a small family home. Beaches that were once home to generations of true locals are now peppered with palatial mansions of the wealthy and affluent. Being that the Island has become a much sought-after and desirable place to live, it’s no surprise that Tofino is one of the top spots for those with cash. What’s most unfortunate about this is that the new developments have kicked long-time residents to the curb – literally. Sky-high prices have in turn caused property values and taxes to also skyrocket, making “home” no longer an affordable place to live for so many.

    Tofino is only one drop in the bucket of Vancouver Island’s communities. Due to the Island’s diverse economy, different areas of the island are driven by numerous resources. Forestry is no doubt British Columbia’s largest industry, as is the case with Vancouver Island. It’s a vital source for so many of the Island’s residents, followed closely by tourism and fishing. In addition, recent years have seen vast expansions in the areas of wine-production, information technology and a growth in post-secondary educational institutions. All of these combined with the Island’s natural beauty has transformed it into a mecca for the masses. In fact, the Island’s overall population swelled by 34% between 1981 and 2001 [source].

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    Photo: palestrina55 on Flickr

    Given the growth trends over the last two and a half decades, it seems like recession is a thing of the past for all points between Port Hardy and Oak Bay. Stephen Rowe, economics major at the University of Victoria, points to some possible reasons: “If you look at B.C.’s economy in general and then what exactly attracts people to the Island, I can’t really see it going anywhere but up,” adding that the attractions are endless. “The lifestyle, climate, town size and retirement.

    I am personally no stranger to how the face of the Island has changed. I had been raised in the Comox Valley from the time I was two-years-old. When I was little, the house I grew up in had one house behind it, and behind that, more forest than my child’s mind could imagine. Today that forest is just another sea of boxed houses wound around countless cul-de-sacs. Being that British Columbia’s population has come close to doubling over the past 25 years [source], it should come as no surprise that the population of the Valley has since risen to more than 62,000 residents in the same time period [source].

    Gone is the day when Saturday’s big shopping trip comprised of a stop at Zellers before returning home again. Now “The Big Z” has been overshadowed by no less than Wal-Mart, The Home Depot, London Drugs, Winners and Future Shop to name a few. What was once the small town I grew up in has since become the first few glimmers of a fledgling city. There are so many new neighbourhoods that have sprung up over the last decade that I can no longer confidently navigate my way through all parts of the Valley. To do so would undoubtedly disorient me.

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    The old saying dictates that there are two sides to every coin, so when examining the gentrification of Vancouver Island, one will be forced to choose a side in the battle of growth versus recession. While it’s true that property taxes are being forced upwards, big box stores are growing like weeds and small towns are being transformed into cities, a growing population and a booming wealth of resources are driving forces at the forefront. This economic growth is creating the need for more jobs and thus more housing. And while in a perfect world, it would be ideal to drive outsiders out and back into the mainland metropolis to preserve the resources we have, most locales across the Island desperately rely on the financial influx of tourism dollars to sustain themselves.

    Surely government-imposed regulations would allow for tighter controls on the thickening population and depletion of the Island’s assets that are most certainly not going to last forever. So what’s the answer then? Do we really want to see a cap on growth, and if so, is that even a possibility?

    Hundreds of years ago when the earliest explorers first discovered Vancouver Island, I doubt they could have imagined Vancouver Island as it stands in 2008. Then again, as a little girl, neither could I.

    Thursday, January 3rd, 2008

    MAKE IT A GREEN 2008 (YOU REALLY HAVE NO CHOICE)

    The City of Vancouver is making it much tougher for you to be lazy when it comes to taking care of your community (and your planet). As of January 1, 2008, new garbage restrictions in Metro Vancouver will limit what you can stack at the curb or toss into the garbage bins behind your apartment.

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    Photo courtesy of unity.project on Flickr

    The following items are strictly banned when it comes to tossing it in the trash:

  • Blue box recyclables, including glass, metal and plastic containers
  • Yard and garden waste
  • All beverage containers (except milk)
  • Lead-acid (car) batteries
  • Medications/pharmaceuticals
  • Paint, solvents, flammable liquids, gasoline and pesticides
  • Tires for cars and small trucks
  • Motor oil, oil filters and empty containers
  • Electronic waste (personal computers and printers, televisions and keyboards)
  • Corrugated cardboard
  • Newsprint
  • Office paper
  • Gypsum drywall (gyprock)
  • For more information, please visit the City of Vancouver’s website.

    I still have yet to find a composting solution for downtown living aside from worm composting. If anyone has any ideas, solutions or knows of a downtown location at which to rid of compost materials, please e-mail me at keira at keira-anne dot com or leave a message in the comments.