David Lawes, CEO, BC Used Oil Management Association (submitted photo)

By Pete McIntyre

recycling

Vernon business among top B.C. collectors

Apr 26, 2023 | 6:00 AM

A Vernon business is among the best in B.C when it comes to used oil and antifreeze.

Interior Freight and Bottle Depot came in 12th on the top collectors list for 2022 as announced by the BC Used Oil Management Association.

The non-profit group is focused on collection and recycling of used lubricating oil, oil filters, oil containers, used antifreeze and antifreeze containers.

As part of the organization’s fourth annual Top Collector Awards. 30 B.C. public recycling centres have been honored for their exemplary performance and dedication to the collection of used oil and antifreeze materials throughout 2022.

The association’s criteria to determine the top collectors included:

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1. The total amount of used oil, oil filters, oil containers, antifreeze and antifreeze containers collected at the RCF location.
2. The total number of years participating in BCUOMA’s RCF program.
3. A demonstration of continued support of BCUOMA and other recycling stewardship related programs.

“I am so proud of these collectors and how they have been operating their businesses,” David Lawes, CEO, BC Used Oil Management Association, said.

“Our ability to properly recycle and re-introduce used materials back into B.C.’s circular economy is important work that requires growing infrastructure to enable safe collection, handling, and storage. Every single one of these collectors contributes to keeping our local communities stronger and healthier due to their ongoing commitment to keeping oil, filters, antifreeze and their containers, out of landfills.”

2022 Top Collector Award winners: