Rain barrels and cisterns · British Columbia

New Westminster Rain Barrel Program

Run by City of New Westminster

SeasonalLast checked October 22, 2026
What you get
208 L (55 gallon) rain barrels for $76 + GST
Who qualifies
New Westminster residents (proof of residency required).
Where
Residents of the City of New Westminster.
Status
Seasonal. Spring 2026 stock available; last scheduled 2026 pickup October 17.
Type of payment
Discount
Official program page

What you do

Buy a 208-litre rain barrel from the City and pick it up at the Public Works Yard to water your garden during watering restrictions.

Requirements

  • Proof of New Westminster residency
  • Email the City to check availability and pay
  • Bring proof of purchase to pickup

How to apply

  1. 1Email the City to check availability and buy
  2. 2Pick up at the Public Works Yard (901 First St), 8 am to noon, on a scheduled date

Timing and deadlines

2026 pickup dates April 25, May 9 and 23, June 6 and 20, September 19, and October 3 and 17.

Sources

Last checked October 22, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.

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Source: Sow, “New Westminster Rain Barrel Program,” Yard rebates directory, checked October 22, 2026, https://www.usesow.com/rebates/british-columbia/new-westminster-rain-barrel-program

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