Interchange Recycling announced a partnership in collaboration with the Lil’wat Nation Public Works Yard in Mount Currie and Kwikwasut’inuxw Haxwa’mis First Nation recycling collection facility on Gilford Island, BC. The partnership will provide essential infrastructure upgrades to support the responsible collection and management of used oil, antifreeze, filters and containers in the community.
The not-for-profit organization collects and recycles used motor oil, oil filters, antifreeze, and automotive containers throughout British Columbia, with over 280 facilities available across the province. These key upgrades will improve local access, with both sites receiving 10-foot containers equipped with built in spill containment for safe used-oil recycling infrastructure.
“In conjunction with the First Nations Recycling Initiative, Interchange Recycling is working with Indigenous communities across BC to identify recycling needs and provide infrastructure improvements to enable better management of used motor oil, antifreeze, filters and automotive containers,” said Jenn Robson, Director of Operations, Interchange Recycling. “Providing these resources helps support the efforts of communities who are working hard to be the stewards of their land, and protect the land and waterways.”
“Preserving our land and waters is a top priority for the Lil’wat Nation, and having improved infrastructure at our Public Works Yard makes responsible disposal simple and accessible for our community,” said Brian Jones, Site Supervisor, Lil’wat Nation. “Partnering with Interchange Recycling gives our residents the tools they need to safely dispose of automotive fluids and keep these materials out of our environment.”
“As a remote coastal community, safeguarding our forests and waterways from contamination is critical,” says Graham Scow, Operations & Maintenance Manager, Kwikwasut’inuxw Haxwa’mis First Nation. “This new spill-proof facility allows residents to recycle products correctly, supporting our ongoing commitment to land and marine stewardship in Health Bay.”