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Global Recycling Day: What to Expect

March 15, 2019

Global Recycling Day is an annual global event that seeks to educate people about the importance of recycling. Read on about what to expect this year!

How To Recycle Metal in Vancouver

March 9, 2019

Do you have metal related items that you want recycled? Here’s how to do it if you live in Vancouver BC!

How to Dispose Appliances in Vancouver

March 9, 2019

Disposing appliances can be a massive headache – so find out in this blog post on how to get rid of an old washing machine or fridge and recycle them too!

Where to Buy Used Furniture

March 6, 2019

There is a reason why used furniture is growing in demand. These items are often cheaper than brand new, off-the-shelf ones. Sometimes you can find a rare model or make for a reasonable price. Furniture […]

Cheap Furniture in Richmond BC

March 6, 2019

Where To Buy Cheap Furniture There are plenty of places to go to in Richmond BC if you’re looking for cheap furniture. Whether you are on a budget or an avid thrifter, there’s something for […]

5 Tips: How To Recycle Your Mattress On A Budget

February 21, 2019

Sometimes, we need an affordable way to join in the recycling movement. Recycling can get expensive really fast, especially if you’re looking at hauling away a truck-load of junk. With the cost of fuel rising […]

Community Features

Every month, we feature community organizations and charities that we have supported over the years.

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On Our Radar

World Giraffe Day 2018

June 19, 2018

Saving Giraffes: High Time To Save the World’s Tallest Creatures

February 8, 2019

On Our Radar: The Variety Show of Hearts Telethon

January 25, 2019

Community Feature: Wildlife Conservation

Organizations We Support

Read about some of the organizations we’ve supported in the past.

Breakfast For Learning

May 3, 2018

About Breakfast for Learning Breakfast For Learning is the leading non-profit organization dedicated to child nutrition programs in Canada. In the British Columbia chapter, the organization provides nutrition grants so schools can obtain food, equipment, […]

Aboriginal Homeless Outreach Program

April 24, 2018

S.A.R.A. Society: A No-Kill Animal Shelter in Surrey, B.C.

May 23, 2018

The S.A.R.A. (Save Animals through Rescue and Adoption) Society is a no-kill shelter located in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada. A non-profit organization, S.A.R.A. provides surrendered dogs with a second chance in life by helping them […]

Cheetah Conservation Fund Canada

June 4, 2018

The Cheetah Conservation Fund is on a mission to save cheetahs in the wild. The CCFC (Cheetah Conservation Fund Canada) is raising awareness about the plight of the majestic felines, and hosting fundraisers to support […]

Greyhaven Exotic Bird Sanctuary

July 26, 2018

In 2016, we donated $400.00 to Greyhaven Exotic Bird Sanctuary in Surrey BC to help their care costs for the hundreds of exotic birds they rescue from abuse, neglect, and abandonment each year. Follow Greyhaven […]

Burnaby Food First

April 24, 2018

Burnaby Food First is a group of community members and local agencies working together to bring food security to Burnaby.

Canucks Autism Network

May 4, 2018

In 2018, we donated $50.00 to the Canucks Autism Network in honor of Kurt, our February 2018 Employee of the Month! Canucks Autism Network provides year-round sports and recreation programs for individuals and families living […]

Fraser River Discovery Centre

May 7, 2018

Over 3 million people live in the Fraser Basin, which is roughly 60% of all BC residents. The Fraser River, part of the basin, is the world’s most productive salmon river systems, supporting diverse wildlife […]

Canadian Honey Council

May 9, 2018

Recently, Canadian Mattress Recycling made a donation to the Canadian Honey Council in support of their research to save our bees! Buzzing About BC Bees We all know that bees act as important pollinators for […]

Youth Education Support Fund (Blue Mountain Elementary)

July 26, 2018

Since 2015, we’ve donated $ 4,950.00 to the Youth Education Support Fund at Blue Mountain Elementary in Maple Ridge. The donations went towards purchasing new iPads, musical instruments, and schoolyard improvements. We believe at CMR that […]

SAINTS (Senior Animals In Need Today Society)

May 8, 2018

Senior Animals In Need Today Society SAINTS (Senior Animals In Need Today Society) is a end-of-life sanctuary for senior and special needs animals based in Mission, BC. Since 2004, they have supported these animals that […]

David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust

July 26, 2018

In 2017, we donated $ 700.00 (USD) to The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, one of the premier organizations caring for orphaned elephants and rhinos in Kenya and working hard to prevent poaching.

Canadian Celiac Association (CCA)

May 9, 2018

About the Association The Canadian Celiac Association (Vancouver Chapter) is a non-profit charity that supports people with celiac disease, and people who are affected by gluten and other gluten-related conditions. The organization, founded in 1972, […]

Canine Benefactors Society

April 24, 2018

We made a $200 donation to Canine Benefactors Society. They are an organization that purchases and donates veterinary oxygen masks for firefighters to use when they find pets in fires. Pets, like birds, dogs, and […]

Forum for Women Entrepreneurs Gala

May 4, 2018

In 2018, Canadian Mattress Recycling donated a silent auction prize worth over $200.00 of our recycling services to the Forum for Women Entrepreneurs fundraising gala. The Odium Brown FWE Gala (Pitch for the Purse) showcased […]

New Westminster Baseball Association

May 2, 2018

About the New Westminster Baseball Association New Westminster Baseball Association (NWBA) is a volunteer-run organization founded in 1952. The organization continues to provide a fun, fair, and positive environment for student-athletes to develop their potential. […]

Evans Lake Forest Education Society

July 26, 2018

Situated 15 km north of Squamish, BC., Evans Lake Forest Education Society is the camp and outdoor education facility to be. Since the 1960s, the non-profit charity has championed outdoor education in British Columbia, providing […]

Critter Care Wildlife Society

May 8, 2018

Critter Care Wildlife Society Our Donation Canadian Mattress Recycling has donated $918.00 since 2015 to Critter Care Wildlife Society to help them care for wildlife in need. Our donation helped provide food for 17 orphaned […]

Company News

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Employee of the Month

November: Sue

We are proud to announce our Employee of the Month for November! Sue has done a great job running the office this fall, and especially in November. There has been a huge number of things […]

Employee of the Month: 2018 Overview

As we wrap up the year, we at Canadian Mattress Recycling want to highlight the work our employees have done this year. One of our traditions is naming an Employee of the Month, and donating […]

October: Michelle

Michelle is our October employee of the month! Michelle has done so much amazing work for us this fall improving our website, online forms, and everything in social media. Get to know a bit more […]