What Is GIRR?
Galiano Islands Recycling Resources Society (GIRR) was incorporated in July 1992 to manage and recycle Galiano Island’s wastes through reuse,reduction and recovery of recyclable materials. Assisted by part-time and volunteer staff members,GIRR pursues its goals by operating a recycling centre,a redirectory (Free Store),cooperating with local organizations and organizing public education programs.
What Makes GIRR Activities So Important?
GIRR diverts over 100 TONNES of waste from the Hartland Landfill on the Saanich Peninsula each year. This waste is now being reused for road construction,plastics,manufacturing,tin cans,drink bottles/cans/containers,paper,newspaper and cardboard boxes. Because of GIRR and it’s dedicated volunteers and users,extraction of natural resources such as forests,metals and fossil fuels can be reduced.
How Do I Get Involved?
GIRR relies heavily on it’s volunteers. We need you to help us keep it going! Jobs range from helping to sort recyclables during opening hours,to helping with education projects and building repairs. To get involved please call (250) 539-5769
How Do I Become A Member?
Any resident,full-time or part-time,can become a member of GIRR. Send your name,address,telephone number,and email to the address below with a cheque for $10 (individual) or $20 (household).
How Do I Make A Donation?
GIRR is a registered Society and maintains a charitable status. Anyone can make a donation to GIRR and receive a tax receipt. Donations may be used for maintenance of the recycling site,operating costs,education activities,or site improvements. Simply send a cheque or money order to the address below along with your name and address and we will send you your official tax receipt.
GIRR Mailing Address
GIRR-Galiano Island Recycling Resources
RR#1 Box 21
Galiano Island,B.C.,V0N 1P0