Household Garbage and Recycling
The RDEK’s newest transfer station, located in Radium, is now open!
In addition to the collection of household waste, the Transfer Station will provide a new, convenient option for Radium and Area G residents to dispose of their waste and access a wide range of new recycling opportunities, including:
• a full Recycle BC Depot;
• Household Hazardous Waste Depot;
• used oil recycling;
• electronics recycling;
• areas for the recycling of white goods,
• propane tanks and batteries; and,
• dedicated bins for the drop off of green waste, metals, and wood waste.
For more information on the Radium Transfer Station, please contact the Environmental Services team at the RDEK at environmentalservicesdept@rdek.bc.ca or by phone at 250-489-2791 or toll free 1-888-478-7335, or visit RDEK’s website by clicking HERE.
Columbia Valley Landfill:
- Large items, such as furniture, can be taken to the Columbia Valley Landfill, located roughly 18 km south of Radium on Windermere Loop Road in Windermere.
- Visit the website for hours of operation.
- There is no landfill charge for disposal of household garbage, yard waste, etc., but charges may apply for the disposal of white goods, concrete, tires, etc.
Invermere Bottle Depot:
- The Bottle Depot & Recycling is located at 133 Industrial Road #2 in Invermere and accepts bottles and cans. Please do not throw these items in the transfer bins. There is also a donation bin for bottles and cans at the Radium Transfer station.
Reuse Centre:
- There is a Reuse Centre at the Columbia Valley Landfill, which accepts household items in good working condition. It’s free to drop items off, and free to pick items up at the Reuse Centre.
