From the Rag-and-Bone Man to GIRO: The Enduring Value of Metals
When I was growing up in England, my Nana used to tell me about the rag-and-bone man who would make his way... Read More
How Changing Global Markets Are Shaping GIRO’s Metal Recycling Program
The Gabriola Island Recycling Organization (GIRO) offers a wide range of recycling services to our community — from light bulbs and paint... Read More
GIRO Annual General Meeting 2026
Join us for the GIRO Annual General Meeting! Date: Thursday, July 2Time: 7:00–9:00 PMLocation: GIRO Makerspace We invite all GIRO members and... Read More
Why Cardboard Now Costs GIRO Money to Recycle
For many years, cardboard quietly helped support recycling on Gabriola. When markets were stronger, the Gabriola Island Recycling Organization (GIRO) could sell... Read More
The GIRO Makerspace Threads Together Creativity, Community and Climate Action
On an island known for its creativity and environmental consciousness, the Gabriola Island Recycling Organization [GIRO] Makerspace is quietly growing into a... Read More
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – Thursday June 26 at 7 pm
The Gabriola Island Recycling Organization (GIRO) Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held in the new Makerspace at GIRO, Thursday June 26... Read More
Grand Opening of the GIRO Makerspace
Come celebrate Gabriola’s new hub for creative solutions to textile waste ! Ribbon cutting ceremony and speakers. Live textile demonstrations by local... Read More
GIRO joining Recycle BC to process three materials – Food Glass, Styrofoam and Flexible Plastics
GIRO recently made the decision to join the stewardship program Recycle BC. Recycle BC is a not-for-profit organization responsible for residential packaging... Read More
How does GIRO operate?
The Gabriola Island Recycling Organization (GIRO) has been operating for over 30 years and has become a central hub for the community... Read More
GIRO Textile Project Announcement
GIRO has recently made the very difficult decision to change the direction of theReLove Local product line. Due to financial considerations we’ve... Read More