This sector includes schools, restaurants, retail businesses, office buildings, hotels and motels, hospitals and manufacturing facilities. Waste from business and industry accounts for approximately 36% of the waste sent to Hartland Landfill, according to our 2022 Waste Composition Study.
Single-Use Items Regulations
Different levels of government have introduced regulations surrounding the use or distribution of single-use items such as checkout bags, cutlery, takeout containers, and straws. The City of Victoria has created a Sustainable Takeout Guide which may help businesses transition away from single-use items.
Information and updates on single use regulations:
- Government of Canada Single Use Plastics Ban
- CleanBC Plastics Action Plan
- Province of BC Single Use and Plastic Waste Prevention Regulation
- Municipal Bylaw for Single-Use Plastics
Waste Reduction Opportunities
The business and industry sector is also referred to in our waste composition study as the Industrial, Commercial and Institutional (ICI) sector.
The largest materials contributing to landfilled waste from the ICI sector include organics (20.3%), paper products (18.7%), plastic products (15.5%) and wood products (15.2%). About half of all waste could have been diverted through existing organics and recycling programs.
Businesses should consider reviewing their operations and look for ways to avoid or divert the most common materials being sent to the landfill.
Waste Collection Service Providers
Looking for a private waste and recycling service provider? There are a number of companies in the region that provide subscription collection services for garbage, food waste and recycling. Please contact companies directly for information regarding their services and fees.
