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By Victor Kaisar

Waste Disposal

New landfill tipping fees to take effect across CSRD on May 1

Jan 18, 2026 | 4:24 PM

SALMON ARM, B.C. — Increased tipping fees will take effect in the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) on May 1.

The CSRD board has brought in the new fee schedule, which will see the disposal feel increase to $100/tonne, up from the current rate of $90/tonne. The cost for a mixed load without recyclables removed will also go from $270/tonne to $350/tonne.

“The new CSRD tipping fee rates are still on the lower end of the scale as compared to many other regional districts in B.C.,” a statement from the CSRD said.

“The changes reflect a public desire for residents to pay directly for the garbage they send to the landfill, rather than putting the cost onto general taxation. This system also encourages recycling, as many of the recycling programs operate at free or reduced cost to the user. “

The CSRD will also be implementing a $5 minimum fee at local landfills and transfer stations to help cover base operating costs. It notes a majority of regional districts in B.C. have minimum fees in place.

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That said, the CSRD will continue to offer specified free yard waste drop-off periods in the spring and fall. The dates will be determined by staff and publicized.

Other exemptions to the minimum fee include the following:

• residential recyclable materials (access to the recycling bins)
• invasive plants
• yard and garden waste (with an approved FireSmart waiver only
• bagged refuse ($3 per bag)
• books and clothing for recycling
• household hazardous waste.

More information on garbage and recycling in the CSRD can be found here.