Kelowna

Need a reminder in the morning to take out the trash? There's now an app for that!

The Regional Waste Reduction Office has launched a free mobile phone and tablet application for recycling and garbage, called My-waste.

Waste Reduction Facilitator Rae Stewart says downloading the My-waste app is free and easy.

“For residents who’ve got an internet-enabled smartphone or tablet, you can now get the Central Okanagan’s garbage, recycling and collection details right at your fingertips, anytime you want them," says Stewart.

"The My-waste app lets you download the full range of info found in the Living Greener Calendar, set up regular reminders for garbage, recycling and yard waste collection. Plus it provides depot locations and hours, and recycling and disposal options for dozens of materials.  It’s like having the Living Greener Calendar on your smartphone!”

Download the My-waste app at regionaldistrict.com/mywasteapp, then either scan the QR code or select the link that will take you to the store or marketplace for your device. There are currently versions of the My-waste app for iPhone, iPad, Android and new 2012 Blackberry devices.

Stewart explains, “This is a new way for us to connect residents with local waste disposal and recycling programs. We’ll be able to update the information on the my-waste app as needed during the year, so it will always be current. Residents will never forget a collection day and that should lead to increased recycling. Everybody wins!”

Stewart adds information on collection schedules will still be on the Regional District website and in printed form with the Living Greener Calendar for residents who prefer to use traditional educational materials.  Print copies of the calendar are available at all local government offices in the Central Okanagan.

For more information on the My-waste app, visit regionaldistrict.com/mywasteapp or call the Regional Waste Reduction Office at 250.469.6250.