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2010�Curbside�Collection�Calendar

 

RecyclablesFood�&�Yard�Waste         �and�hopefully�as�little

Garbage         �as�possible

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Mayor's�MessageThe long,�dry�summer�of�2009�emphasized�the�need�for�water�conservation.�Youcan�do�your�part�by�replacing�older�model�toilets�with�low-flow�ones�(contact�theDistrict�for�information�on�the�low�flow�toilet�rebate�program), installing�low-flowshowerheads�and�faucets, replacing�some�of�your�more�"thirsty"�plants�with�native,drought-resistant�species�and�by�adhering�to�lawn�sprinkling�regulations.�Betteryet,�consider�leaving�your�grass�clippings�where�they�may�fall. "Grasscycling" addsnutrients�and�organic�matter�back�to�the�soil,�reducing�evaporation�rates�and theneed�to�water lawns.�Recent�waste�audits�have�shown�that�half�of�the�compostcollected�at�curbside�consists�of�grass�clippings.�Keeping�them�will�make�for�agreener�lawn,�even�during�dry�spells,�and�will�keep�curbside�collection�costs�down.Find�out�more�about�how�you�can�reduce�your�environmental�footprint�in�thiscalendar�and�in�the�Environmental�Charter.�Thank�you�for�doing�your�part!                                                                                      �James�Atebe, Mayor

Garbage�Collection�RulesWeekly�limit�of�two�80-L�bins�for�garbage.Bins�must�have�tight�fitting�lids�and�cannotweigh�more�than�20�kg�each,�when�full.�Excessgarbage�may�be�set�out�in�80-L�bags,�butrequires�a�sticker�($3.00�per�bag).�Garbagemay�not�contain�recyclables�or�compost.�Wasteaudits�continue�to�show�that�half�of�the�garbageset�out�at�the�curb�could�have�been�composted,and�about�one�fifth�could�have�been�recycled.Please�separate�your�food�waste�and�put�it�inyour�compost�bin.

Recycling�Collection�RulesRecyclables�must�be�packaged�in�blue�bags,which�are�collected�in�unlimited�numbers.�Bluebags�help�to�keep�materials�dry,�as�wet�paperand�cardboard�cannot�be�recycled.�Flattened,bundled�cardboard�boxes�may�be�placedunderneath�blue�bags�to�keep�dry,�but�cannotexceed�90�cm�(3�feet)�in�length�and�width.Please�include�only�clean,�dry�recyclables,�asmaterials�are�handsorted.�For�a�list�of�acceptableitems,�please�consult�the�inside�back�cover.

Compost�Collection�RulesCompost�is�collected�in�80-litre�bins�with�orangestickers�(stickers�available�free�at�City�Hall),paper�bags�and�compostable�plastic�bags.�Smallbranches,�up�to�5�cm�(2�in)�in�diameter,�may�beset�out�in�tied�bundles�not�exceeding�1.2�m�(4ft)�in�length.�Please�leave�your�grass�clippingson�your�lawn�(see�June)�and�separate�yourfood�waste�from�the�garbage,�so�that�it�may�becomposted,�rather�than�disposed�of.�Please�notethat�no�bag,�bin�or�bundle�may�exceed�20�kg(44�lbs).�For�a�list�of�acceptable�items,�pleaseconsult�the�inside�back�cover.

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Please ‘Treecycle’!Take�your�Christmas�tree�to�the�curb�by�8:00�a.m.on your�regular�collection day.

Real�Christmas�trees�are�a�renewable�resource.�At�most�Christmas�tree�farms,�upto�three�seedlings�are�planted�in�spring�for�every�tree�harvested.*�Artificial�treescontain�non-biodegradable�plastics.

Real�Christmas�trees�are�recyclable,�too.�Your�tree�will�be�shredded�into�woodchips�and�used�as�compost�and�mulch�in�local�parks�to�nourish�and�insulateplants�and�trees,�as�well�as�reduce�watering�requirements.

Please�remember�to:• Remove�all�decorations,�lights,�wire,�tree�skirts,�stands�and�nails.• Do�not�use�plastic�fake�snow�on�your�tree,�or your�tree�cannot�be

recycled.• Cut�your�tree�in�half,�so�that�it�will�fit�into�the�collection�vehicle.• Take�your�tree�to�the�curb�by�8:00�a.m.�on�your�regular�curbside

collection�day. 

The�collection�crew�will�not�collect�Christmas�trees�set�out�inplastic�bags�or�tree�bags.

*Source:�National�Christmas�Tree�Association

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January 20101 New�Year's�Day

NO�COLLECTIONLANDFILL�CLOSED

2  

3   4   5   6   7  

Optimist�Club�Free�Skateunder�18�yrs;�LeisureCentre;�6:30-8pm

8   9  

10   11   12   13   14   15   16  

17   18   19   20   21   22   23  

24  

31  

25   26   27   28   29   30  

See�Map�on�Page�1�for�Your�Route�Colour Double�regular�garbage�limit See�Pages�14�&�15�for�Recycling�Guides

Leaving Home for the Day?Remember to turn down your thermostat by a couple of degrees to conserve energy and reduce your heating

bill.

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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Only Rain in Your DrainUrban�storm�water�runoff�is�the�leading�cause�ofwater�pollution�in�North�America.*

Unlike�water�that�goes�down�your�household�drain�to�the�sanitary�sewer,�waterthat�flows�into�storm�drains�is�not�treated�or�filtered.�Everything�that�goes�into�astorm�drain�flows�into�local�creeks�and�lakes.

Runoff should�not include�soapy�water�from�washing�your�car,�fertilizers�andpesticides,�pet�waste,�gasoline�and�oil�washed�off�your�driveway,�garbage,�andconstruction�materials.

These�substances�can�harm�fish�and�other�aquatic�life�and�can�reduce�thequality�of�our�drinking�water.�Litter,�yard�waste�and�other�debris�can�clump�andcontribute�to�flooding�and�odours�in�your�neighbourhood.

Do�your�part:• Avoid�the�use�of�soaps,�fertilizers�or�chemicals�around�your�property.• Empty�wash�water�from�spring�cleaning�activities�down�a�sink.• If�you�change�your�car’s�oil,�dispose�of�it�properly.�Never�anything�into�a

storm�drain.• Sweep�your�driveway�instead�of�hosing�it.• Dispose�of�waste�properly.

*Source:�U.S.�EPA,�2001

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February 20101   2 Groundhog�Day 3   4  

Optimist�Club�Free�Skateunder�18�yrs;�LeisureCentre;�6:30-8pm

5   6  

7   8  

Olympic�Torch�Relay;Leaves�City�Hall�at�5am

9   10   11   12   13  

Beth�Roof�Sandvoss�andMarcel�Bergman;�ClarkeTheatre;�814-2384

14 Valentine's�Day

Power�House�at�StaveFalls:�2�for�1;�462-12222�for�1�Swim�&�Skate;

1-2:30pm;�LeisureCentre;�820-5350

15   16   17 Ash�Wednesday 18   19  

Pro�D�Day�Swim�&�Skatefor�$1;�Swim�10-3;�Skate1-2:30;�820-5350

20  

21   22   23   24   25   26   27  

Multicultural�Festival;Heritage�Park�Centre;1-4pm;�826-3634

28  

See�Map�on�Page�1�for�Your�Route�Colour See�Pages�14�&�15�for�Recycling�Guides

For�used�oilrecyclingoptions,�seepage�14.

Did�You�Know?Expired�medications,�including�all�prescription�drugs,�non-prescription�medicine,�herbal�products,�vitamins,�mineral

supplements�and�throat�lozenges�should�be�returned�to�your�pharmacy�for�free, safe�disposal.�More�information�at

www.medicationsreturn.ca.

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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Going, Going... Gone!Tips�for�a�successful�yard�sale

A�yard�sale�can�be�a�fun�and�fast�way�to�ensure�the�items�you�no�longer�want�or

need�are�re-used.�Even�better,�you�can�earn�cash,�too!

These�tips�will�help�you�make�the�most�of�your�yard�sale:• Avoid�holiday�weekends.• Include�the�whole�street:�a�“street�sale”�attracts�more�people�andreduces�everyone’s�cost�of�advertising.

• Advertise�your�event�in�local�papers;�many�offer�free�web�listings.• Advertise�on�notice�boards�at�local�stores,�community�facilities�or�cafés.• Post�easy-to-read�signs�around�your�area.�Collect�them�promptly�whenyour�event�is�over,�and�remember�to�recycle�them!

• Prepare�as�much�as�possible�the�night�before.�Be�ready�for�early�birds!• Put�a�price�label�on�everything.�Or,�organize�items�on�tables�with�pricesigns,�e.g.�“All�items�on�this�table�$2”�or�“All�books�25¢�each�or�5�/�$1”.

• Have�plenty�of�change�on�hand.• Offer�unsold�items�for�free�at�the�end�of�your�sale,�and�take�anyremaining�items�straight�to�your�local�charity,�or�try�one�of�the�freeonline exchange�sites.�See www.mission.ca/Page210.aspx�and�scrolldown�for�websites�and�local�listings.

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March 20101   2   3   4  

Optimist�Club�Free�Skateunder�18�yrs;�LeisureCentre;�6:30-8pm

5  

Russel�Braun�andCarolyn�Maule;�ClarkeTheatre;�814-2384

6  

7   8 InternationalWomen's�Day

9   10   11   12   13  

14 Daylight�Savingstarts

15   16   17 St.�Patrick's�Day 18   19   20 Spring�begins

21   22   23   24   25   26   27  

28 Palm�Sunday 29   30   31  

See�Map�on�Page�1�for�Your�Route�Colour See�Pages�14�&�15�for�Recycling�Guides

Spring�CleanupWeek�is�in�May.

 Consider�donating�useful,�clean�items�to�a�localcharity.�For�a�listing�of�local�charities�and�desiredproducts,�visit�www.mission.ca/Page33.aspx�and�scrolldown.

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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April 20101 April�Fool's�Day 2 Good�Friday

NO�COLLECTIONLANDFILL�CLOSED

3  

April�2-5:�Power�Houseat�Stave�Falls:�2�for�1Admission;�462-1222

4 Easter�Sunday

LANDFILL�CLOSEDElks�Easter�Egg�Hunt;

Heritage�Park;�826-0277

5 Easter�Monday

Leisure�Guides�Deliveredto�Homes�this�Week

6   7   8   9   10  

11   12   13   14   15   16   17  

Adopt-a-BlockEarth�Day�LitterCleanup;�826-9423;missionadoptablock.com

18   19   20   21   22 Earth�Day 23   24  

Adopt-a-BlockSpring�LitterCleanup;�826-9423;missionadoptablock.com

25  

Honens�InternationalPiano�Competition

Winner;�Clarke�Theatre;814-2384

26   27   28   29   30  

See�Map�on�Page�1�for�Your�Route�Colour See�Pages�14�&�15�for�Recycling�Guides

Burning�RestrictionsThe�burning�of�backyard�debris within�the�curbside�collection�area isprohibited. Small�burns�(3�ft�x�3�ft) outside�of�the�curbside�collection�area�are�onlypermitted in�April�and�November. Backyard�fire�pit�registrations must�be�renewedannually.

The�burning�ofall�landclearingdebris�is�bannedin�Mission.

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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Bulky ItemsSpring�Cleanup�Week�(May�3-7)Residents�in�the�curbside�collection�area�may�set�out�additional�materials,�including�bulkyitems, during�this�week.�Additional�materials�are�limited�to�2�cubic�meters�per�household(1�cubic�metre�=�6�bags�of�refuse,�or�1�stove�or�1�armchair).�This�limit�will�be�strictly�enforced.Refuse�above�the�limit�will�be�left�at�the�curbside�and�will�remain�the�resident’s�responsibility.Additional�materials�must�be�manageable�by�two�people. Please�help�out�collection�crewsand�prevent�litter�by�not�placing�loose�materials�that�may�blow�away,�and�cleaning�up�incidentaldebris�and�“leftovers”�promptly. Unsuitable�MaterialsNot�all�bulky�items�are�suitable�for�curbside�collection�during�spring�cleanup�week. Please�exclude: 

• construction�and�demolition/renovation�wastes,�including�gyproc,�flooring,�wood,�fencing,roofing, bricks,�rocks,�toilets�etc.

• electronics�(drop�off�at�Mission�Recycling�Depot�year-round,�free;�see�details�on�page�14)• refrigerators,�freezers�and�propane�tanks�(drop�off�at�Mission�Landfill�year-round,�free)• automotive�parts,�including�tires�(drop�off�at landfill,�charge�applies),�batteries�(drop�off�at

landfill�or�recycling�depot�year-round,�free)�or�other�vehicle-related�parts�(check�with�localwreckers)

• household�hazardous�materials,�including�toxic,�flammable,�corrosive�and�petroleumproducts,�paint,�pesticides�and�antifreeze�(recycling�depot�takes�some�of�these,�free;�seedetails�on�page�14)

• bio-hazardous�materials,�including�needles�(return�to pharmacy,�charge�may�apply;�see�page14�for�details) and�animal�wastes

 

Year-round�Recycling�OptionsLarge�metal�items�such�as�appliances,�barbecues,�metal�bed�frames,�furnaces,�hot�water�heaters,

metal�bath�tubs, metal�siding�and�bicycles are�accepted�at�both�the�Mission�Landfill�and�the

Mission�Recycling�Depot�free�of�charge�year-round. Fridges�and�freezers�are only�accepted

at�the�landfill�due�to�the�need�for�Freon removal.�For�a�list�of�recycling�options�of�additional

materials�not�collected�at�the�curb,�please�consult�page�14.

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Sprinkling restrictionstake effect this month!May 2010

1  

Adopt-a-Block�SpringLitter�Cleanup;826-9423;�FarmersMarket;�Lane�CreekPark;�9am�-1pm

2  

Sprinkling�Regulationsare�in�Effect�from�May�1

to�September�30.

3   4   5   6   7   8  

Farmers�Market;�LaneCreek�Park;�9am�-1pm

9 Mother's�Day

Power�House�at�StaveFalls:�Moms'�Admission

Free;�462-1222

10   11   12   13   14   15  

Adopt-a-Block�SpringLitter�Cleanup;826-9423;�FarmersMarket;�Lane�CreekPark;�9am�-1pm

16   17   18   19   20   21   22  

Farmers�Market;�LaneCreek�Park;�9am�-1pm

23  

30  

24 Victoria�Day

NO�COLLECTIONLANDFILL�CLOSED

31  

25   26   27   28   29  

Farmers�Market;�LaneCreek�Park;�9am�-1pm

See�Map�on�Page�1�for�Your�Route�Colour Spring�Cleanup�Week See�Pages�14�&�15�for�Recycling�Guides

Spring�Cleanup�WeekTwo cubic�metres�of�additional�materials are,�for�example: one�washer and�one�dryer,�or�12�bags�of�garbage,�orone�loveseat. No�fridges�or�freezers�at�the�curb,�please. NOTE:�there�is�no�more�free�tipping�of�household�wasteat�the�landfill during�spring�cleanup�week.

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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Grasscycling:Your Lawn Will Love It!Leaving�grass�clippings�on the�lawn�returns�organicmatter�and�nutrients�to�the�soil.�Cut�properly,clippings�are�virtually�unnoticeable�and�generallydisappear�within�three�days.

Waste�audits�show�that�half�of�our�curbside�compost consists�of�grass�clippings,however, grass�clippings should�be�treated�as�a valuable�resource,�rather�thana�waste.�Grasscycling reduces�fertilizer�requirements�by�returning�nutrients�andorganic�matter�right�on�the�spot�and helps�the�soil�retain�valuable�moisture,while improving�your�lawn’s disease�resistance. Best�of�all,�you'll save�time�andeffort when�you�don’t�have�to�bag your�clippings!�Grasscycling�does�notcause�thatch. 

Tips�for�successful�grasscycling:

• Put�a�proper�cover�on�the�mower�outlet.

• Keep�your�mower�blade�sharp.

• Set�your�mower�height�to�5�cm (2").

• Do�not�cut�more�than�one-third�of�the�grass�blade�height�at�a�time.

• Mow�frequently�and�when�the�lawn�is�dry�to�prevent�clumping.

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June 20101   2  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

3   4  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

5  

Farmers�Market;�LaneCreek�Park;�9am�-1pm

6   7   8   9  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

10   11  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

12  

Farmers�Market;�LaneCreek�Park;�9am�-1pm

13   14   15   16  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

17   18  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

19  

Farmers�Market;�LaneCreek�Park;�9am�-1pm

20 Father's�Day

Power�House�at�StaveFalls:�Dads'�AdmissionFree;�Old�Car�Sunday;

Heritage�Park;�8am-3pm

21 NationalAboriginal�Day,Summer�begins

22   23  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

24   25  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

26  

Farmers�Market;�LaneCreek�Park;�9am�-1pm

27   28   29   30  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

See�Map�on�Page�1�for�Your�Route�Colour See�Pages�14�&�15�for�Recycling�Guides

Backyard�composters�are�availableat�the�Abbotsford-Mission�RecyclingDepot�at�33670�Valley�Road�(off�theAbbotsford-Mission�Highway).

Suitable�feedstocks�for�your�backyard�composter�areuncooked�fruit &�vegetable�peelings,�coffee�grounds &filters,�tea�bags�and�rinsed,�crushed�egg�shells.�Layerwith�dry�leaves,�keep�marginally�moist�and�stir once�aweek. Visit www.mission.ca�for�more�information.

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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Plastics RecyclingMore�than�80%�of�North�Americans�have�accessto�plastic�bottle�recycling.�However, less�than�one-third�of�plastic�bottles is�recycled,*�and�that�is�onlythe�beginning. There�are�many�more�plastic�itemsthat are�unnecessarily filling�up�our�landfills.

Check�the�recycle�code�located�on�the�bottom�of�the�container.�Rinse�and�placeitems featuring�a #1,�#2�or�#5�in�your blue�bag. "Stretchy"�plastic�film,�such�asshopping�bags�and�bubble�wrap,�can�also�be�recycled.

Recyclable�plastic�is�found�everywhere�in�the�house:• Milk�jugs• Beverage�bottles• Liquid�dish�soap,�detergent�&�bleach bottles• Ketchup &�mayonnaise�bottles• Yogurt &�margarine�tubs• Shampoo�&�gel�bottles• Windshield�washer�bottles

For�recycling�options�of hazardous�waste�and�related�containers (e.g.�antifreeze,pesticide,�oil�or�solvent�bottles),�please�consult�page�14�of�this�calendar.

*Sources:�American�Chemistry�Council�and�Canadian�Environment�and�Plastics�Industry�Council

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July 20101 Canada�Day

NO�COLLECTIONLANDFILL�CLOSEDHeritage�ParkCelebrations;�826-0277

2  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

3  

Farmers�Market;�LaneCreek�Park;�9am�-1pm

4   5   6   7  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

8   9  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

10  

Farmers�Market;�LaneCreek�Park;�9am�-1pm

11   12   13   14  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

15   16  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

17  

Farmers�Market;�LaneCreek�Park;�9am�-1pm;Power�House�at�StaveFalls:�Christmas�in�July;462-1222

18   19   20   21  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

22   23  

Folk�Music�Festival;Heritage�Park;�July23-25;�826-5937

24  

Farmers�Market;�LaneCreek�Park;�9am�-1pm;Folk�Music�Festival;missionfolkmusicfestival.com

25  

Folk�Music�Festival;Heritage�Park;�826-5937

26   27   28  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

29   30  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

31  

Farmers�Market;�LaneCreek�Park;�9am�-1pm

See�Map�on�Page�1�for�Your�Route�Colour See�Pages�14�&�15�for�Recycling�Guides

Tired�of�Watering�Plants?Consider�switching�to�more�drought�resistant,�native�plant�species.�Consultthe�internet�or�your�favourite�nursery�for�a�list�of�suitable�perennials�andshrubs.

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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Water ConservationStop�flushing�your�money�away!Canadians�are�the�world’s�second�biggest�consumers�of�water,�using�anaverage�of�340�litres�per�day,�per�person�in�our�homes.*  �Water�conservation�saves�you�money�on�your�energy�and�heating�bills,and�reduces�the�need�to�expand�expensive�water�supply�and�treatmentsystems.

Tips�for�conserving�water:Inside�your�home:

• Install�high-efficiency�shower�heads,�toilets,�and�tap�aerators,�whichuse�between�25%�and�80%�less�water�than�older�models.

• Fix�all�leaks�in�pipes,�hoses�and�faucets;�fix�toilets�that�runexcessively.

• Run�only�full�loads�in�your�dishwasher�and�washing�machine.

  Outside:

• Sweep�driveways�and�sidewalks,�instead�of�using�a�hose.• Use�a�bucket�when�washing�your�car.�Hoses�use�4�times�the�water!• Use�mulch�and�soaker�hoses�to�reduce�evaporation.• Grasscycle.�Mow�high�and�leave�the�clippings�on�your�lawn.• Choose�native�and�drought-resistant�plants.• Always�respect�water�sprinkling�restrictions.

*Source:�EnvironmentalIndicators.com,�based�on�OECD�data

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August 20101   2 BC�Day

NO�COLLECTIONLANDFILL�CLOSEDPower�House�at�StaveFalls:�2�for�1;�462-1222

3   4  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

5   6  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

7  

Farmers�Market;�LaneCreek�Park;�9am�-1pm

8   9   10   11  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

12   13  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

14  

Farmers�Market;�LaneCreek�Park;�9am�-1pm

15   16   17   18  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

19   20  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

21  

Pilgrimage,�Grottoof�Lady�of�Lourdes;Heritage�Park;�826-0277;Farmers�Market;�LaneCreek�Park;�9am�-1pm

22   23  

Leisure�Guides�Deliveredto�Homes�this�Week

24   25  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

26   27  

Envision�TwilightConcert;�Heritage�Park;7�-�8pm

28  

Farmers�Market;�LaneCreek�Park;�9am�-1pm

29   30   31  

See�Map�on�Page�1�for�Your�Route�Colour See�Pages�14�&�15�for�Recycling�Guides

Catch�the�Rain!Setting�up�one�or�more�rainbarrels�can�help�reduce�water�consumption.There�are�several�models�available�at�local�stores,�or�visit�www.mission.ca.

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Air Pollution And Your HealthAir�pollution�is�largely�caused�by�the�by-products�ofour�use�of�fossil�fuels.�These�include�ground-levelozone,�fine�airborne�particles,�carbon�monoxide,nitrogen�oxides�and�sulphur�oxides.

This�mix�is�often�called�smog,�and�while�it�usually�occurs�during�the�summer,�itcan�also�occur�in�the�winter.�Smog�is�especially�harmful�for�children,�the�elderlyand�people�with�respiratory�weaknesses.  �Fossil�fuels�are�also�responsible�for�nearly�85%�of�greenhouse�gas�emissions*,which�contribute�to�climate�change�and�contains�chemicals�that�cause�illnessand�disease.  �Reducing�pollution�can�help�decrease�exposure�to�these�chemicals�andimprove�the�health�of�our�bodies�and�our�communities.

What�you�can�do:• Reduce�use�of�fossil�fuels• Avoid�unnecessary�car�trips�and�limit�idling• Walk,�bike,�carpool�or�take�public�transit�whenever�possible• Compost�leaves�and�other�organic�waste• Ensure�that�your�home�is�energy�efficient• Limit�your�use�of�air�conditioning,�and�put�on�a�sweater�instead�of�turningup�the�furnace

*Source:�OECD's�International�Energy�Agency

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September 20101   2   3   4  

Farmers�Market;�LaneCreek�Park;�9am�-1pm

5   6 Labour�Day

NO�COLLECTIONLANDFILL�CLOSEDPower�House�at�StaveFalls:�2�for�1;�462-1222

7   8   9   10   11  

Farmers�Market;�LaneCreek�Park;�9am�-1pm

12   13   14   15   16   17   18  

Celebration�ofCommunity;�HeritagePark;�Starts�at�9:30am;Farmers�Market;�LaneCreek�Park;�9am�-1pm

19   20   21   22 Fall�begins 23   24   25  

Adopt-a-Block�Fall�LitterCleanup;�826-9423;Farmers�Market;�LaneCreek�Park;�9am�-1pm

26   27   28   29   30  

See�Map�on�Page�1�for�Your�Route�Colour See�Pages�14�&�15�for�Recycling�Guides

Got Questions About�Recycling�and�Composting?Refer�to�the�inside�back�cover�for�a�quick�referenceguide�&�consult�page�14�for�many�free drop-offoptions�for�additional�recyclables.

September is the last month to visit theFarmers Market outside (next to the

library)

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Step Lightly!What�is�Your�Carbon�Footprint?

Measured�in�units�of�carbon�dioxide,�a�carbon�footprint�is�an�indication�of�theimpact�human�activities�have�on�the�production�of�greenhouses�gases,�whichlead�to�global�warming. Understanding�how�our�lifestyle�affects�our�planet�letsus�make�informed�choices�at�home�and�at�work�to�help reduce�the production�ofgreenhouses�gases.  �Find�out�about�your�carbon�footprint,�and�gather�valuable�tips�on�reducing�it,by using a�one-minute�calculater�at www.zerofootprint.net.

Six�Tips�for�Reducing�your�Carbon�Footprint:• Buy�local�food�and�products�and to�reduce�emmissions�from�long-distance transportation. Better�yet,�and for�improved�taste, growyour own�fruits�and�vegetables.

• Reduce�your�food�waste�by�buying�only�what�you�need�and�compostingwhat�you�can't�use.

• Use�public�transit,�walk�or�ride�a�bike.�If�you�have�to�use�a�car,�look�intocarpooling�or�car-sharing�services�in�your�area.

• Switch�to�renewable�energy,�such�as solar�water�heating.• Dress�appropriately�for�each�season,�and save�on heating�and�airconditioning.

• Weatherproof�your�home.• Avoid�or�cut�down�on�air�travel.

Go�to�www.zerofootprint.net�for�more�information or�check�out�a�kids’�quizand�resources�for�parents�at�www.zerofootprintkids.com.

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October 20101   2  

Adopt-a-Block�Fall�LitterCleanup;�826-9423;missionadoptablock.com

3   4   5   6   7   8   9  

Adopt-a-Block�Fall�LitterCleanup;�826-9423;missionadoptablock.com

10   11 Thanksgiving

NO�COLLECTIONLANDFILL�CLOSEDPower�House�at�StaveFalls:�2�for�1;�462-1222

12   13   14   15   16  

Adopt-a-Block�Fall�LitterCleanup;�826-9423;missionadoptablock.com

17   18   19   20   21   22   23  

Haunted�Power�House�atStave�Falls;�462-1222

24  

31 Halloween

25   26   27   28   29   30  

See�Map�on�Page�1�for�Your�Route�Colour See�Pages�14�&�15�for�Recycling�Guides

Compost�Your�Food�Waste!Studies�show�that�half�of�the�materials�set�out�at�the�curb�as�garbage�could�have�beencomposted.�Food�waste�in�a�landfill�produces�methane,�a�greenhouse�gas�that�is�21�timesstronger�than�carbon�dioxide,�a�by-product�of�composting.

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Winter Weather DelaysCollection�may�be�affected�when�weatherpacks�a�punch.Snow�and ice can�affect�curbside�collection�by making�otherwise�‘flat’�roads�andlanes�difficult�for collection�trucks�to�navigate�safely,�while�rendering�hills nearlyimpossible�to�service. Collection�vehicles�that�are�forced�to�stop�in�the�middle�ofthe�road�due�to�snowbanks�can�cause�unsafe�driving behaviour�by�those�tryingto�get�around�them. 

During�inclement�weather�events,�the District's�contractor will�err�on�the�side�ofcaution�and�postpone�collection�service�until�conditions�improve.

1. For collection�service�alerts,�please�visit�www.mission.ca,�listen�to        Country�107.1,�or�phone�the�contractor�at�604-820-6487.

2. Throughout�winter,�please�keep�your�sidewalk�and�driveway�shoveledand�ensure�your�containers�are�not�hidden�by�snowbanks�or�otherobstructions.

3. If�your�curbside�materials�have�not�been�collected�by�the�end�of�the�daydue�to�weather,�please�bring materials�back�inside�to�avoid�their�burial�orscattering�during�snow-ploughing. You�may�set�out�double�the�regularamount�of�garbage�on�your�next�regular�collection�day.

4. Please�be�patient.�Servicing�your�home�is�important�–�but�the�safety�ofpeople�and�property�must�come�first.

 

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November 20101   2   3   4   5   6  

7 Daylight�Savingends

8   9   10   11 RemembranceDay

NO�COLLECTIONLANDFILL�CLOSEDPower�House�at�StaveFalls:�2�for�1;�462-1222

12   13  

14   15   16   17   18   19   20  

Fraser�Valley�Bald�EagleFestival;�826-7361;Christmas�Craft�Market;Heritage�Park�Centre;10am�-�5pm;�826-0090

21  

Fraser�Valley�Bald�EagleFestival;�826-7361;

Christmas�Craft�Market;Heritage�Park�Centre;

10am�-�4pm;�826-0090

22   23   24   25   26   27  

28   29   30  

See�Map�on�Page�1�for�Your�Route�Colour See�Pages�14�&�15�for�Recycling�Guides

Watch�for�Your2011�Calendar�inthe�Mail!

Burning�RestrictionsBackyard�debris�may�only�be�burned�outside�of�the�curbside�collection�area�duringthe�months�of April�and�November.�Fires�are�restricted�to�one�3-ft�by�3-ft�fire�perproperty.�The�burning�of�backyard�debris within the�curbside�collection�area isprohibited.�Remember�to�renew fire�pit�registrations annually.

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Green ResolutionsFor A New YearMake�a�New�Year’s�resolution�that�benefits�you,�yourfamily�and�our�environment!�It�doesn't�need�to�takemuch�-�every�little�action�can�make�a�difference.

• Reduce�household�waste:�recycle,�compost�your�food�waste�and�donateclean�clothing�and�household�items�in�good�repair�for�re-use.

• Purchase�wisely: choose�local�products�and�those�with�less�packaging.• Use�reusable�shopping�bags�or�bins�when�shopping.• Say�"no"�to�coffee�cups�and�bottled�water�and bring�a reusable�mug�orbottle�with�you.

• Practice backyard�composting,�grasscycling�and�natural�yard�care.• Install�CFL�bulbs,�efficient�shower�heads,�and�a�programmable�thermostatset�to�a�cooler�temperature�at�night�and�when�you�are�out.

• Drop�off�batteries,�paint,�old�medications, pesticides�and�other potentiallyharmful waste�at�appropriate�facilities�(see�inside�back�cover)�to�keepthese�materials�out�of�landfills.

• Commit�to�taking�public�transit,�carpool�or�walk�to�work�or�school�at�leastone�day�a�week.

Ring�in�the�New�Year�with�smart�choices�that�save�money,�reduce�waste�andconserve�both�energy�and�water.�You’ll�create�a�more�positive�future�for�ourshared�environment!

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December 20101   2   3  

Candlelight�Parade;Downtown�Mission;7:30pm;�826-6914

4  

5  

Santa�in�the�Park;Heritage�Park;�2�-�4pm;

826-0277

6   7   8   9   10   11  

12   13   14   15   16   17   18  

19   20   21 Winter�begins 22   23   24   25 Christmas

LANDFILL�CLOSED

26 Boxing�Day

LANDFILL�CLOSED27   28   29   30   31  

See�Map�on�Page�1�for�Your�Route�Colour Double�Regular�Garbage�Limit See�Pages�14�&�15�for�Recycling�Guides

Make�the�Packaging�Part�of�the�Gift!Use�cloth shopping�bags,�tea towels or�tins,�or�reusegift�wrap�from�previous�years.�Due�to�its�ink�content,gift�wrap�is�not�recyclable.

Cut�yourChristmastree�in�halffor�curbsidecollection.

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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Mission�City�Hall8645�Stave�Lake�StMission,�BC�V2V�4L9www.mission.ca 

Contacts 

Collection�Service�Provider604-820-6487 

Engineering�Department604-820-3736 

Landfill�Scalehouse604-826-9008 

Recycling�Depot604-814-3555 

Recycling�Hotline1-800-667-4321

Calendar�ContentsAir Pollution.................................................pg 10Backyard Composting.................................... pg 7Bulky Items.................................................... pg 6Burning Restrictions............................. pp 5 & 12Carbon Footprint Reduction.........................pg 11Christmas Tree Recycling.............................. pg 2Curbside Collection Map.............................pg 1Curbside Collection Rules........................... pg 1Grasscycling................................................... pg 7Greenhouse Gas Reduction.......................... pg 11Green Resolutions........................................ pg 13Household Hazardous Waste........................ pg 5

Mayor's Message............................................pg 1Other Recyclables Drop-off.......................pg 14Plastics Recycling.......................................... pg 8Rainbarrels......................................................pg 9Recycling & Composting Guide................pg 15Spring Cleanup Week.................................... pg 6Stormwater Runoff Prevention.......................pg 3Unwanted Items............................................. pg 4Water Conservation........................................pg 9Winter Weather Delays............................. pg 12Yard Sales...................................................... pg 4