The Regional District of Central Okanagan (RDCO) reminds residents that The Regional District of Central Okanagan (RDCO) reminds residents that curbside yard waste collection continues until December 31, 2025, and will resume Monday, March 2, 2026.
To ensure pickup, please place your yard waste cart at the curb by 7 a.m. on collection day. Keep materials loose and avoid overloading (maximum 100 kg) to prevent freezing and ensure the lid opens easily. Check your collection schedule by entering your address at rdco.com/recyclemaps or download the handy Recycle Coach App to determine your yard waste collection week.
All yard waste is composted into GlenGrow, a nutrient-rich soil amendment for gardens and lawns. Deposit yard waste only please; do not include plastic bags, flowerpots, rocks, sod, kitchen scraps or garbage as these materials contaminate the final product.
Accepted items include:
- Pumpkins (non-painted pumpkins only)
- Leaves
- Wood chips, bark
- Pine, cedar or other tree needles
- Garden plants
- Grass clippings
- Fruit or nut droppings
- Branches and prunings up to 5 centimeters (2 inches) in diameter and less than one meter (3 feet) in length
For cart upgrade information and where to dispose of extra yard waste, contact your municipality or visit rdco.com/yardwaste.