The Regional District has partnered with Interchange Recycling to provide facilities for the collection of used oil.
What can I recycle?
Used Oil and Antifreeze
Any automotive antifreeze, petroleum or synthetic crankcase oil, engine oil, hydraulic fluid, transmission fluid, gear oil, heat transfer fluid or other fluid used for lubricating purposes in machinery or equipment.
Oil Filters
Any spin-on or element oil filter used in hydraulic, transmission or internal combustion engine applications including diesel fuel filters; with the exception of gasoline fuel filters.
Oil, Antifreeze, and DEF Containers
Any plastic container with a capacity 50 litres or less that is manufactured to hold oil, antifreeze, or diesel exhaust fluid (DEF).
Other Automotive Containers
Containers for automotive adhesives, brake fluid, lubricants, windshield washer fluid, and more products used for the maintenance and upkeep of automotive vehicles can be recycled through Interchange as well.
Where can I recycle used oil?
Regional District facilities that collect used oil:
There are other, private recycling centres available, which can be found on Interchange Recycling’s website.
What to do with used cooking grease / oil?
Do not pour cooking grease or oil down the sink. There are a few options for disposal.
After reusing the grease/oil as much as possible, allow it to cool slightly and pour into a sealable container. Keep container in the freezer until garbage day and dispose of it with the rest of the household waste.
For commercial quantities of cooking grease contact McLeod’s By-Products 250-838-7007.
