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CTV News
09-07-2025
- General
- CTV News
Bowker Creek contamination under investigation
There are booms and absorption pads along the waterway to contain the contaminant, which is leaving an oily sheen on the water's surface. (CTV News) The District of Oak Bay has dispatched crews to clean up and investigate the appearance of a spill in Bowker Creek. There are booms and absorption pads along the waterway to contain the contaminant, which is leaving an oily sheen on the water's surface. A spokesperson for the municipality says the substance hasn't been tested yet, so staff are unable to confirm what it is. Crews responded to the spill starting Tuesday, July 8, around Cadboro Bay Road and Bee Street – near the Oak Bay Recreation Centre. 'We have not found the source, but have traced its origin from outside the Oak Bay border,' says the district's communications coordinator, Matt Williams. Staff have notified the Ministry of Environment and Capital Regional District of the situation.
CBC
05-05-2025
- General
- CBC
What Goes Where: Your go-to tool for waste sorting
Have you ever bought something and then stared at the packaging, wondering "Where does this go?" Or used an item for years - like your mattress, suitcase or TV - only to realize you have no idea how to dispose of it properly? You're not alone. Waste sorting can be confusing at the best of times and downright frustrating when trying to properly dispose of composite packaging and household items past their prime. With so many materials and disposal options, the awkward struggle about what goes in your curbside bins and what needs a special trip to a depot is real. To make waste sorting easier, the Capital Regional District (CRD) has launched What Goes Where — user-friendly tool designed to help people living in Greater Victoria figure out the right place for over 350 items. Whether you live in a house, condo, or apartment, this handy resource shows you how to dispose of your stuff responsibly. What Goes Where has a long list of household items, making it easier than ever to find the right disposal method for trickier items like batteries, clothing, electronics, and product packaging like Styrofoam or coffee cups. The tool even suggests donation facilities for reusable items before listing recycling or garbage options, helping you make more sustainable choices. Depending on where you live and the type of item, options can include blue box curbside collection, a communal recycling area or taking it to the recycling depot. How to use What Goes Where Getting started with What Goes Where is simple: On your phone, tablet, or computer, visit: Use the search bar to type in the item you want to get rid of. Click on the suggested material or hit search. You'll see whether it belongs in your garbage, recycling, or organics bin—or if it needs to be taken to a depot or reuse store. If the item is headed for a depot drop, What Goes Where will list nearby recycling centers or garbage facilities and even provide directions on how to get there. Can't find what you're looking for? You can suggest a new item to the CRD team directly through the tool or by emailing infoline@ Help What Goes Where grow What Goes Where is a living, ever-evolving resource. As new products and packaging emerge, you can do your part in helping the CRD update the tool. If you have questions or notice a missing material, send your feedback through the tool or email the team. Sorting waste properly doesn't have to be a guessing game. Learn how to get rid of anything the right way. Click here to make disposing of your unwanted stuff smarter, easier and greener. here.
