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Safe disposal of pesticides

Last updated on March 25, 2021

Pesticides must be handled, used and disposed of properly. The first thing to do when getting rid of unwanted pesticide products or containers is to read the label, as it may provide disposal procedures that must be followed.

Empty commercial or restricted pesticide containers

Commercial pesticide containers must be appropriately rinsed and may be taken to a container collection site for recycling. For instructions on how to properly rinse containers, and a list of empty container recycling sites in B.C.:

Learn about the safe collection and disposal of obsolete or unwanted agricultural pesticides.

Contact information

Please contact the Integrated Pest Management Program if you have any questions.

Office
250-387-9502
Fax
250-356-0299
Email
bc.ipm@gov.bc.ca
Mailing
PO Box 9341 Stn Prov Govt Victoria, BC V8W 9M1