Vancouver Dump Hours: Everything You Need to Know

Are you a Vancouver resident looking to dispose of your waste responsibly? Look no further! This comprehensive guide will provide you with all the essential information you need about Vancouver dump hours, including locations, fees, and accepted materials.

Vancouver Landfill and Recycling Depot

The Vancouver Landfill and Recycling Depot is the primary waste disposal facility for Vancouver residents. It is located at 5400 72nd St, Delta, BC, V4K 3N3.

Hours of Operation:

• Monday to Friday: 7:30am to 6pm
• Saturday and Sunday: 8am to 6pm
• Christmas Day, New Year’s Day: Closed
• All other statutory holidays unless otherwise noted: 8am to 6pm

Fees:

The landfill charges a variety of fees based on the type and quantity of waste you are disposing of. Here is a summary of the fees:

• Garbage, up to 1 tonne: $168/tonne
• Garbage, 1 to 7.99 tonnes: $146/tonne
• Garbage, more than 8 tonnes: $120/tonne
• Garbage requiring special handling (nuisance waste): Garbage rate or $281/tonne if burial is needed
• Used residential drywall (gypsum), delivered by resident: $200/tonne
• Asbestos waste, delivered by resident, 10 bags or less: $200/tonne
• All other asbestos waste: $281/tonne
• Asbestos waste, commercial: $281/tonne
• Construction and demolition waste (C and D): $158/tonne
• Construction and demolition processing residual waste: $158/tonne
• Wood waste (finished): $100/tonne
• Clean, unfinished wood waste: $100/tonne
• Yard trimmings: $100/tonne
• Food waste: $113/tonne
• Mattresses: $15/piece
• New drywall (gypsum): $150/tonne
• Compost for purchase: $8/cubic meter

Accepted Materials:

The landfill accepts a wide range of materials, including:

• Garbage
• Drywall
• Asbestos
• Construction and demolition waste
• Wood waste
• Yard trimmings
• Food waste
• Mattresses
• New drywall
• Compost

Materials Not Accepted:

The landfill does not accept the following materials:

• Broken televisions and computer monitors
• Fluorescent light bulbs and tubes
• Medications

Additional Information:

• You can pay your fees by cash, debit card, cheque, or credit card.
• There are surcharges for banned materials and unsecured loads.
• You are encouraged to sort your load before drop-off to avoid extra fees.
• Photography and filming are not allowed at the landfill.
• Educational tours of the landfill are available.

Central Transfer and Recycling Center

The Central Transfer and Recycling Center is another option for waste disposal in Vancouver. It is located at 11034 NE 117th Avenue, Vancouver, WA, 98686.

Hours of Operation:

• Monday to Friday: 6am to 6pm
• Saturday and Sunday: 8am to 4pm
• Holidays: Closed

Fees:

The transfer station charges a variety of fees based on the type and quantity of waste you are disposing of. Please contact the transfer station directly for more information on fees.

Accepted Materials:

The transfer station accepts a wide range of materials, including:

• Garbage
• Drywall
• Asbestos
• Construction and demolition waste
• Wood waste
• Yard trimmings
• Food waste
• Mattresses
• New drywall
• Compost

Materials Not Accepted:

The transfer station does not accept the following materials:

• Broken televisions and computer monitors
• Fluorescent light bulbs and tubes
• Medications

Additional Information:

• You can pay your fees by cash, debit card, cheque, or credit card.
• There are surcharges for banned materials and unsecured loads.
• You are encouraged to sort your load before drop-off to avoid extra fees.
• Photography and filming are not allowed at the transfer station.
• Educational tours of the transfer station are available.