New Waste Penalties Coming

⚠️ Heads up waste facility users - The Regional District is adding 8 new violations that could cost you $200-$400 in fines. From unlawful recycling deposits to property damage, these new enforcement rules aim to crack down on facility misuse.

  • ♻️ Unlawful deposit of recyclable materials ($200-$400)

  • 🚫 Bringing non-permitted or prohibited waste ($200-$400)

  • ☣️ Unlawful deposit of controlled/hazardous waste ($200-$400)

  • 🔒 Unlawful entry to facilities ($200-$400)

  • 💰 Unlawfully removing materials or damaging property ($200-$400)

$200-$400
Fine amounts for all 8 new solid waste violations, with higher penalties for repeat offenders within the Regional District

🏦 Streamlined enforcement ahead - The Regional District is also adding the Manager of Infrastructure and Sustainability as a new enforcement officer who can issue penalties and handle disputes. This expands who can write tickets and aims to speed up the violation process.

Are these waste facility penalties reasonable?

📅 Regional District Board Meeting - October 8, 2025

This bylaw amendment gets first, second AND third reading at the same meeting - meaning it could be adopted immediately. Want to weigh in on enforcement approach or penalty amounts? Attend the meeting or contact your regional director before October 8th.