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Organics Diversion for Businesses & Multi-Housing Complexes

Launching in 2026, the RDKS and the City of Terrace RDKS and City of Terrace are implementing a region-wide program to reduce organic waste in our landfills, specifically for businesses and multi-family housing.

Why organics diversion matters

Reducing future taxes: keeping organics out of the landfill extends its lifetime. This delays the extremely high cost of a new landfill.

Better environmental outcomes: when organics end up in the landfill they significantly increase greenhouse gas emissions.

Meets legal requirements: businesses are required to comply with RDKS and City of Terrace bylaws for organics diversion.

Timeline

Early to mid 2026:

Training and support phase, education and resources now available 

Mid to late 2026:

Compliance checks start, warnings issued if necessary

2027:

Non-compliance results in penalties, can include fines

How to get started
  1. Learn what’s considered organic:  This includes food scraps, kitchen wastes, and certain paper products.
  2. Set up proper containers: Use clearly labeled bins dedicated to organic waste and sized appropriately for your facility.
  3. Connect with RDKS support: Training, signage, and waste audits will be available
  4. Track & adjust: Monitor your organics volumes and troubleshoot with RDKS resources to stay compliant.
Resources

Check the Document Container on this page for print material resources.

For any specific questions, please contact the RDKS Solid Waste team at 250-615-6100 or [email protected].