Waste Control Services Inc

We’re a community-minded team that caters to our customers’ needs. Quite simply, we don’t believe in the word “no”. We take pride in our custom, can-do approach to all that we do. It’s why our customers rely on us for all their waste collection and recycling products and services.

Leadership

Our evolution from a solid waste disposal company – to our present day dedication to Zero Waste initiatives – comes from our commitment to be an environmental leader. While it’s important to be competitive in the waste industry, Zero Waste is integral to our role in the sustainability of our communities. It’s a priority for us, and it’s a priority for our customers – and we’ve chosen to be environmental innovators in every aspect of our services.Our customers look to us to find new ways to avoid landfills using technology and innovative partner facilities that recycle and turn waste into renewable resources. We do this with a relentless enthusiasm and a focus on exceptional communication and education.

Our Team

We enjoy exceeding your expectations – because we know we can. Our friendly, direct and personalized approach is met with the highest standard in the industry for the maintenance of our equipment. From our vehicles to the equipment on your residential or commercial site, we deliver a clean, professional image, always. Our in-house mechanics ensure reliable and safe products and the ability to provide custom-fabricated equipment for any size customer. We care about our community and support the local economy in both our employment practices and our business purchases. We’re a hands-on bunch, problem-solvers and an all-around dedicated team you can count on.

In the Community

Whether it’s the Vancouver International Marathon or The Fair at the PNE, you’ll see us there. We love living and operating in the local community and lending our support through funding initiatives, education, event participation and clean-up.

PARTNERSHIPS

We’re proud of our memberships with innovative organizations that are leading the way in reducing the environmental footprint of the industries and communities we work with. Together with our partners, we use the latest research and solutions toward our principles of Zero Waste.

Commercial Services

We offer custom solutions for commercial waste in every industry. Our knowledgeable staff will identify key components of your waste streams that minimize materials sent to landfill. We also employ a comprehensive waste management strategy to bundle your services – directly impacting your bottom line. We pride ourselves on exceptional service that makes your environmental and financial goals a priority.

RECYCLING OUR WAY TO ZERO WASTE
Our expertise is in helping your company redefine what it considers waste. Our ability to recycle almost any material means we can maximize your recovered materials’ end of life potential. Our partnerships with local facilities ensures your unwanted materials will one day reclaim their once-held value.

SORTING & COLLECTION

We offer a variety of bin sizes for collection and a pick-up schedule that accommodates your needs. Our containers are serviced by our state-of-the-art collection fleet. With GPS tracking, route management systems, sanitation equipment, and safety features – we can ensure the punctuality, sanitation and safety of our vehicle operations.

EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

The functionality, safety and image of our bins at your work site are our top priority. We dedicate an entire operations department to maintaining the highest standard of equipment quality – making us proud industry leaders in collection fleet reliability. Your image and peace of mind are just as important to us as our own.

ZERO WASTE – LEADING THE WAY

Since we began cardboard recycling more than 20 years ago, we’ve become the most comprehensive recycling service provider in the Lower Mainland. From mixed paper and plastic containers, to aluminum cans and plastic wrap – we can recycle most every material. Download our Sort It Out poster for a guide on matching the right materials with your containers.

WHERE DOES IT GO?

We’ve partnered with many local and overseas downstream material recovery facilities to close the loop and ensure the reuse of your resources. These partners will recycle your used office paper into new products such as kids’ poster paper for their latest masterpiece, or your plastic packaging may be recycled into gardening pots for delicious home grown tomatoes.

Residential Services

We offer custom solutions for residential waste for any size property. Our knowledgeable staff will identify key components of your waste streams that minimize materials sent to landfill. We also employ a comprehensive waste management strategy to bundle your services – directly impacting your bottom line. We pride ourselves on exceptional service that makes your environmental and financial goals a priority.

OUR SUPPORTIVE TEAM MAKES RECYCLING EASY
We understand the challenges of running recycling programs in multi-family residential buildings. Our extensive experience, custom services and supportive outreach will help your residential waste manager enjoy a stress-free recycling program. We’re hands-on, and always just a phone call away.

SORTING & COLLECTION

We offer a variety of bin sizes for collection and a pick-up schedule that accommodates your building’s needs. Our containers are serviced by our state-of-the-art collection fleet. With GPS tracking, route management systems, sanitation equipment, and safety features – we can ensure the punctuality, sanitation and safety of our vehicle operations.

WASTE OR RECYCLABLE?

We’re always surprising our customers with ways we’ve uncovered to recycle unwanted items that were destined for the landfill. If you’ve got unwanted materials that you’re unsure about whether or not they can be recycled, opt for our consulting services or simply contact us to explore other options for your waste.

WASTE CONSULTING

Our highly-trained team of professionals have over 20 years’ experience in providing customized solutions to your waste and recycling needs. Whether you’re a small business, large commercial facility, or multi-family residence – we collaborate with you to develop a custom disposal or recycling program.

PRODUCT SOLUTIONS

We offer custom solutions for any commercial or residential building. Our knowledgeable staff will help identify the products that will make waste collection and recycling easy and suitable for your budget.  From collection bins for recyclables, organics, and waste – to reliable balers and compactors, customized if need be – we’ve got you covered.

PRODUCTS FOR CLEAN AND EASY COLLECTION
Along with the equipment provided for collection, we sell internal collection bins to deal with any materials – recyclables, organics, and waste – within any space – your office, warehouse, or apartment building. Each order of internal collection bins comes with complimentary signage and educational material to ensure easy recycling.

We offer the highest quality of organic kitchen-catcher compostable bags, recycling bin bags, and recycling room dispensers for your organic recycling needs.With bottoms guaranteed not to leak or fail, our heat and moisture-resistant bags match the sizes and specifications of any recycling container. With a quick call or email, we can process or deliver your bag order within the week so your roll never has to run out.

RED BAG RECYCLING PUBLIC DROP-OFF DEPOT

Our North Vancouver location offers public drop-off hours for resource recovery of materials not generally accepted by municipal blue box collections. There is a fee of $7 to drop-off a large bag full of mixed recycling materials– materials which may otherwise end up in a landfill. We provide optional WCS bags for a deposit of $7 to collect your materials in.Participants are asked to make use of the sorting tables to separate their materials into the labeled bins provided. Our staff are happy to answer any questions, or to walk new participants through how the program works. WCS North Vancouver drop-off depot accepts cash, debit, Visa, or MasterCard.Have an old car seat that you don’t want to end up in the landfill and don’t know what to do with? We also recycle car seats for a charge of only $5 each!WCS’ North Vancouver drop-off depot also offers document and disk shredding services to the public.

Common materials NOT accepted in our depot?

• textiles/ clothing
• shoes
• vinyl materials
• rubber, and foam made from rubber
• propane tanks
• paint
• wood
• chemicals