cosmetic pesticides

Posted: Wed April 30, 2008 As you are aware, Sechelt introduced a Bylaw to restrict the non-essential use of pesticides and herbicides.As part of this effort to create and maintain a healthy community, the District will be offering a number of events aimed at helping our community make the adjustment.

Saturday, May 10, for 10am to 12noon, residents can drop off pesticides for free disposal, at the 'arbour' area on Block 7 (Near the Seaside Centre, where the Sechelt Garden Club will be hosting their popular Spring plant sale). District staff will collect and responsibly dispose of the collected pesticides. (A second date may be scheduled, depending on the volume/demand experienced on May 10)

(It is also important to remember that the public can dispose of pesticides or herbicides at the Sechelt Landfill free of charge, by placing these items in the hazardous material shed (this goes for other has mats as well).

On May 14 and 28 (Wednesdays), at 7:00pm and the Seaside Centre, free Gardening Workshops will be offered, featuring environmentalist and internationally renowned local author Carole Rubin (How to get your Lawn and Garden Off Drugs). There will be free draws and refreshments at these events. A third workshop will be offered in the Fall, to focus on fall plantings.

Hope you will take part,let your friends and neighbours know and help us have a beautiful and healthy community!!!"

-District of Sechelt

Posted: Fri February 22, 2008 February 2008: District of Sechelt Council adopted the Bylaw to Ban the Cosmetic Use of Pesticides - congratulation to the SCCAS Pesticide Committee, and to all the others involved! The Sunshine Coast becomes a healthier community by reducing these toxins in our air, soil and water.