# BC Recyclepedia

> Recycling depot finder for materials in British Columbia. (iPhone/iPad app by Recycling Council of British Columbia.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bc-recyclepedia/id500581977 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Recycling Council of British Columbia](https://appshunter.io/developer/1449899064)
- Category: Lifestyle, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.67/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 52 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 14 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2012-02-12
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bc-recyclepedia/id500581977/reviews.md

## What is BC Recyclepedia?

The BC Recyclepedia App is a quick and simple tool to find recycling options for over 70 materials or products across British Columbia. Select the material you want to recycle for a list of the 10 nearest depots based on your phone’s location. Select a depot for a detailed summary including address, map, hours, contact info, and notes such as other recycling programs collected at that depot. Finding where to recycle is now at your fingertips!

Features:

• Over 1,000 drop-off locations for materials in BC Stewardship Programs

• Option to call The RCBC Recycling Hotline for additional questions

• Launch directions based on your phone’s current location

The BC Recyclepedia App finds the closest recycling facilities based on the GPS location of your device. Please ensure Location Services are turned on and enabled for the BC Recyclepedia App.

## Key features

- Recycling options for 70+ materials
- Find nearest depots via GPS
- Depot details: address, hours, contact
- Over 1,000 drop-off locations
- Call RCBC Recycling Hotline
- Launch directions to depots

## Recent user reviews (10 of 52)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bc-recyclepedia/id500581977/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Not working!

*2025-07-06, version 3.3.3*

Tried repeatedly and just gives and error and says try again later. 
Wanted to see if it could “find” the new Radium Transfer Station.

### 1/5 — This is Vancouver Recyclepedia, not BC Recyclepedia

*2023-09-16, version 3.3.2*

I was looking for a location drop off batteries for recycling, all listed were locations in Vancouver.

Not helpful!!! 👎👎👎

### 1/5 — Not a good resource

*2023-03-21, version 3.3.2*

Drop off location for requested items was 4-15 hours drive away. When asking for my location, please provide information for my location. Not a helpful App

### 1/5 — What happened

*2023-02-06, version 3.3.2*

This app stopped working on my phone.  What changed?

### 1/5 — Won't run

*2023-01-18, version 3.3.2*

Useless.

### 1/5 — Recyclepedia

*2022-01-23, version 3.3.1*

Missing 
many common package types

### 2/5 — Wrong Location

*2022-01-21, version 3.3.1*

I live on Vancouver Island and the only recycling centres the app lists are all in Vancouver. Not very helpful. Please add the ability to choose your location. Useless without.

### 5/5 — Love this App!!!

*2021-03-27, version 3.2.4*

This app is amazing. Happy to keep the notifications on to help keep zero waste front of mind. Amazing resource. Hope it’s downloaded by every BC citizen! So important. A great tool to get you started or keep you going in a zero waste lifestyle.

### 5/5 — Useful!

*2021-02-27, version 3.2.4*

Helpful for easily searching where to drop off normal things like batteries, styrofoam etc.

### 1/5 — It keeps crashing

*2021-01-19, version 3.2.3*

Please fix it ASAP

## Frequently asked questions about BC Recyclepedia

### What does the BC Recyclepedia app do?

The BC Recyclepedia app helps you find recycling options for over 70 different materials and products across British Columbia. It uses your phone's location to show you the 10 nearest recycling depots, providing detailed information for each.

### How do I find recycling depots with this app?

To find recycling depots, simply select the material you want to recycle. The app will then display a list of the 10 closest depots based on your current GPS location. Ensure location services are enabled for the app.

### What information is available for each recycling depot?

For each depot, you can find a detailed summary including its address, a map, operating hours, contact information, and any specific notes about other recycling programs collected there. This helps you prepare for your visit.

### Is the BC Recyclepedia app free to use?

Yes, the BC Recyclepedia app is completely free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, making it a straightforward tool for finding recycling information.

### What if I have more questions about recycling?

If you have additional questions that aren't answered by the app's depot information, you have the option to call The RCBC Recycling Hotline directly from the app. This provides a direct line for further assistance.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.3.3 — 2023-10-03

What's New: Fix for mapping error

### 3.3.2 — 2022-09-29

Bug fixes.

### 3.3.1 — 2022-01-21

- Search synonyms added to search bar
- Location address text can now be copy & pasted

### 3.2.5 — 2021-04-17

- Hide keyboard after search

### 3.2.4 — 2021-02-12

- improved search usability

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## Related topics

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