Learn More About Composting

“Here’s the Dirt” – the Metro Vancouver’s Guide to Home Composting
The basics of backyard composting, in one handy guide (Download PDF - 3.71 MB)

The Metro Vancouver Guide to Composting with Worms
The basics of worm composting (vermiculture) in one handy guide (Download PDF - 726 KB)

NSRP How To Compost Video Series (howto.northshorerecycling.ca)

Questions?
Phone the Greater Vancouver Compost Hotline at 604.736.2250 (open Monday-Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm)

Home-Built Composter Plans
Plans for a home-built single wooden compost bin (approx. 3’x3’x3’) (Metro Vancouver) (Download PDF - 218 KB)

Home-Built 3-Bin Composting System Plans
Plans for a home-built 3-Bin wooden composter system (approx 9’x3’x3’). Suitable for those with larger than average yards! Plans for a 3-Bin system (handles up to 2000kg of compost materials every 6 months). (Download PDF - 263 KB)