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Spring Cleaning with your local bottle depot

Spring Cleaning with your local bottle depot.

Turn Clutter into Cash while Saving the Planet!

March 2, 2026

Ah, spring – the season of renewal, rejuvenation, and, of course, cleaning! As the days grow longer and the temperatures rise, many of us feel inspired to tackle the clutter that has accumulated over the winter months. But what if I told you that your spring cleaning efforts could do more than just tidy up your space? What if they could also help you earn some extra cash and contribute to a greener planet?

That’s right – spring cleaning and recycling go hand-in-hand, and they’re a match made in eco-friendly heaven!

Spring Cleaning & Recycling
Spring Cleaning & Recycling
As you embark on your spring cleaning journey, take a moment to consider the items you’re tossing out. Sure, that old toy or broken appliance may seem like junk to you, but it could be someone else’s treasure. Instead of sending it to the landfill, why not give it a second chance at life through recycling at a local depot?
One of the easiest ways to earn money while recycling is through a recycling pick-up service like Depozip. With Depozip, you can simply bag up your recyclable drink containers and schedule a pick-up – it’s that easy! Depozip will pick up your unsorted empties and deposit your return into your account. Click HERE to learn more.
But here’s the best part – some of your other recyclables can actually earn you money too! That’s right – cash for your trash! By recycling items like scrap metal and car batteries, you can turn your spring cleaning efforts into a profitable venture. Instead of letting these items collect dust in your garage, why not turn them in for some extra cash? Not only will you declutter your space, but you’ll also pad your wallet in the process.

Of course, recycling isn’t just about making money – it’s also about protecting the planet. By recycling your unwanted items, you’re helping to conserve natural resources, reduce waste, and minimize pollution. Every item you recycle is one less item sitting in a landfill, taking up valuable space and leaching harmful chemicals into the soil and water.

So, as you dig into your spring cleaning this year, keep recycling in mind. Take the time to sort through your items and separate out the recyclables. From glass and plastic to paper and metal, there’s a wide range of materials that can be recycled, and each one contributes to a healthier planet.

Organizing your own bottle drive
Organizing your own bottle drive
But why stop at just recycling your household items? Why not take your eco-friendly efforts a step further by participating in community clean-up events or organizing your own bottle drive with your local bottle depot? Get your friends, family, and neighbours involved and make a real difference in your community.

Spring cleaning and recycling are a match made in heaven. Not only can you declutter your space and earn some extra cash, but you can also do your part to protect the environment and preserve the planet for future generations. So, grab your cleaning supplies, roll up your sleeves, and let’s make this spring the greenest one yet!

Regional Recycling is proud to work with the Major Appliance Recycling Roundtable (MARR) the not-for-profit organization that manages British Columbia’s recycling program for end-of-life major household appliances. Working on behalf of appliance manufacturers and other regulated producers, MARR helps ensure that unwanted appliances are collected, recycled, and processed responsibly across the province.

Operating under BC’s Recycling Regulation, MARR oversees an approved stewardship program that keeps valuable materials in circulation, ensures environmentally responsible handling of hazardous components, and helps reduce waste sent to landfill. The program is governed by MARR’s Board of Directors and is designed to make appliance recycling convenient, accessible, and environmentally responsible for British Columbians.

In addition to Regional Recycling, there are over 200 certified Major Appliance Recycling Roundtable (MARR) collection sites throughout BC that make it easy to recycle responsibly. There is no charge to drop off eligible appliances, and you can be confident that every appliance is processed safely, with recyclable materials recovered and hazardous components handled by licensed professionals.

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You can recycle all of the following residential products with Regional Recycling:

  • Full-size Refrigerators – Refrigerator and refrigerator freezer combinations. Includes built-in and free-standing models.
  • Compact Refrigerators – Refrigerator or refrigerator-freezer combinations that are 6.4 cubic feet or less in volume. Includes beer kegs, wine dispensers and wine coolers.
  • Freezers – Chest, upright, and compact freezers, plus under the counter freezer drawers and ice makers.
  • Window Air Conditioners – Operate through the wall or are window-mounted.
  • Portable Air Conditioners – Can be moved from place to place.
  • Dehumidifiers – Free-standing and can be moved from place to place.
  • Clothes Washers – Top and front-loading. Includes stacked laundry units and those that also dry clothes.
  • Clothes Dryers / Built-In Steam Cleaners – Top and front-loading. Includes stacked laundry units.
  • Dishwashers – Built-in, portable or convertible.
  • Ranges – Can include a surface cooktop and oven.
  • Built-In Ovens – Can have separate warming drawers, combination with microwave oven or double-walls.
  • Surface Cooking Units – Installed into the countertop where the controls are either integrated into the unit or installed separately.
  • Range Hoods & Downdrafts – Can be separate or connected from the cooking unit.
  • Built-In and Over the Range Microwaves – Built-in with or without hood vent combinations permanently installed microwave ovens.
  • Food Waste Disposers – Integrated into the plumbing of a household.
  • Trash Compactors – Permanently installed or portable.
  • Built-in Electric Hot Beverage Dispensers – Mounted under the counter or built-in.
  • Water Coolers – Mounted under the counter or built-in.

To learn more about how to recycle your large appliances with us, please see our large appliance recycling page on our website. We look forward to seeing you at one of our depots!

Please Note: Our Burnaby location does not recycle large appliances due to space restrictions.

 

2 Comments

  1. Pauline
    Pauline on May 21, 2024 at 9:30 am

    Hello, I want to teach my almost 2.5 year old about recycling and am excited to do this. However, I’m not sure what that would look like if we participate in a community clean up event. Do we have to stay for the entire time? I’m afraid that he might get tired of walking but do want him to start learning about recycling and being kind to the planet at young age.

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    • Betty
      Betty on May 31, 2024 at 9:15 am

      Hi Pauline, what a great way to engage your son in recycling by doing something with the community! I am sure you can join in and leave at your convenience which will allow him to participate and head home for a rest when he gets tired. 🙂

      Reply

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