This guide has been developed specifically for residents in buildings who receive garbage, green bin and recycling services from the City of Burnaby. It contains guidelines for all Burnaby residents, but collection information is only relevant to those living in buildings serviced by the city.

Apartment, Condo and Townhouse

RECYCLING GUIDE

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This brochure is available online.

burnaby.ca/garbageandrecycling

Drop Off Materials accepted at Burnaby’s Eco-Centre or through a Provincial

Take-Back Program.

Separate your waste into one of these waste streams

Please ensure you are recycling right and placing the correct materials into your building’s green bin, recycling and garbage. The City of Burnaby actively checks for contamination during collection. Placing unacceptable materials into your building’s green bin, recycling or garbage containers could lead to your building’s materials not being collected and/or receiving fines for contamination.

Garbage Waste that can’t be

composted or recycled.

Recycle It Right!

Green Bin Food scraps, food-soiled

paper and yard trimmings.

Recycling Mixed containers, newspapers, glass

and paper products.

Download Burnaby’sCollection App to learn more about what items are recyclable and to find your nearest drop off depot.burnaby.ca/collectionapp

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Green Bin Food Scraps and Yard MaterialFood Scraps Are Not Garbage

Green Bin Tips» Keep your green bin clean to avoid odour and attractants.» Wrap your food scraps using newspaper, boxboard or paper bags before placing in green bin.» Keep your green bin in a shady area, out of direct sunlight or inside a shed/garage.» Keep the lid closed to deter pests.» Freeze food scraps before placing them in the green bin.

About 40% of a typical residential household’s garbage is food scraps and food-soiled paper products. Help reduce waste by placing your food scraps and food-soiled paper, along with your yard material, into your green bin for composting.

For more green bin tips, visit: burnaby.ca/foodscraps

Wrap Your Scraps

Note: Plastic compostable/biodegradable bags are not accepted.

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Food Scraps Are Not Garbage

burnaby.ca/foodscraps

Please Remember

fruits & vegetables

meat & bones

eggs & dairy products

fish & seafood plate scrapings salad & dressings sawdust (bagged in paper bags)

coffee grounds & tea bags

soiled pizza boxes & paper napkins

small amounts of cooking oil

absorbed in paper

bread, pasta & grains

pumpkins plants & flowerssmall branches (up to 4” diameter)

large volumes of cooking oil

plastic/compostable /biodegradable “plastic” bags

plastic foam packaging

plastic or biodegradable

compostable cutlery

recyclable containers

liquids of any kind

diapers & hygiene products

tissues

dirt, rocks, soil, sod

tree stumps/ branches larger than 4” diameter

animal waste or carcasses

vacuum or dryer lint

accepted not accepted

more info

clean wood waste (no plywood or glue laminates)

& wooden cutlery

grass clippings & weeds

These items are accepted at the Eco-Centre.

Not everything is accepted for recycling pick up. Please ensure you sort your materials right and keep unacceptable items out of your recycling. Many items not accepted through collection are accepted at the Burnaby Eco-Centre.

QUESTIONS?

604-294-7972

solidwasteandrecycling@burnaby.ca

burnaby.ca/garbageandrecycling

burnaby.ca/collectionapp

Recycle It Right

These items are accepted at the Eco-Centre.soiled pizza

boxesphotos bows

printed paper magazines & catalogues

boxboard boxes

telephone books

newspapers & flyers

corrugated cardboard

multiple layer paper bags

paper roll cores

not accepted

Yellow Bin (Mixed Paper)

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moulded boxboard

accepted

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gift wrap & greeting cards

(paper only)

bundle 2’ x 2’ and place beside

yellow cart

non-food protective packaging

CARDBOARD ONLY NO GARBAGE

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glass jars glass bottles

Grey Bin (Glass Containers)

acceptedaccepted

drinking glasses broken dishesmirror glass window glass

not accepted

rinse containers

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hard plastic packaging

steel & aluminum packaging, foil

gable top & Tetra Pak® cartons

hot & cold drink cups

frozen dessert boxes

spiral wound paper cans

plastic plant pots & trays

refundables

Blue Bin (Mixed Containers)

acceptedaccepted

crinkly wrappers & bags

broken dishes & glasses

small propane tanks

mixed plastics

not accepted

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container caps & lids

plastic foam packaging & plastic bags

empty aerosol cans (except paint & butane)

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propane tanks (refillable & non-refillable)

Residential Garbage Collection These items are banned from the garbage.

burnaby.ca/bannedmaterials more info

medications & sharps

liquids of any kind

batteries building & demolition materials

small appliances & power tools

carpets tires & car parts

dirt, rocks or sand

light bulbs & lighting

motor oil

yard trimmings electronics & e-toys

explosives or ammunition

flammable liquids

drywall, lumber sawdust

food scraps

paper & cardboard

recyclable containers

paint

pesticides

harmful chemicals

animal waste or carcasses

GARBAGE

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Large Item & Appliance Pick-UpDo you have an old couch, mattress or large appliance you no longer want? Give us a call at 604-294-7972 before you place it outside, and we can arrange a pick-up.*

PLEASE NOTE» All mattresses must be wrapped and sealed in plastic (a mattress bag is recommended).» Each mattress must be wrapped separately (do not wrap mattress with boxspring).» Mattress bags available at local retailers.» No glass or mirror items.» Quantity restrictions may apply.» Re-use the plastic wrap from your new mattress to protect your old mattress from moisture. This will save you time, money, and help the environment.

* Please note that bulky item collection is only available for residents in buildings serviced by the City of Burnaby.

burnaby.ca/bulkyitemmore info

Eco-Centre Come in. We’re open!

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BURNABYECO-CENTRE

Green Waste Drop Off

plants & flowers

grass clippings & leaves

small branches (up to 4” diameter)

food scraps animal waste or carcasses

dirt, rocks or sand

tree stumps / branches larger than 4” diameter

treated wood

not acceptedaccepted

The Burnaby Eco-Centre is open seven days per week (including most statutory holidays) for residents to drop off extra recyclables, yard trimmings and more! LOCATION

4855 Still Creek Drive (west of Douglas Road)HOURSMonday to Sunday 8am-4pm (hours may be extended seasonally) Check online for up-to-date hours. burnaby.ca/ecocentre

Green Waste Drop Off Reminders» Drop off charges apply.» No commercial drop off between 9-10:30am and 3-4pm (Monday-Friday).

» Residents can drop off up to 100 kg per one (1) load for free per day (proof of residency required).» Please have residential ID ready.

clean wood (no construction

waste, plywood or glue laminates)

plywood

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Recycling Drop Off

accepted

multiple layer paper bags

moulded boxboard

empty aerosol cans (no butane)

glass jars & bottles

printed paper boxboard boxes & corrugated cardboard

gift wrap & greeting cards (paper only)

plastic plant pots/trays

spiral wound paper cans

steel & aluminum containers, foil, lids

frozen dessert boxes

CHIPS

paint clothing & shoes books

plastic foam packaging

propane tanks refillable/non-refillable

large & small scrap metal

mixed plastics

hard plastic packaging, lids

hot & cold drink cups

gable top & Tetrapak® cartons

plastic bags & overwrap

batteries

flammable liquids & pesticides

stand-up & zipper lock pouches

non-food protective packaging

(bubble wrap)

crinkly wrappers & bags

burnaby.ca/ecocentre more info

used oil, filters, containers

antifreeze

not accepted

cooking oil woven & net plastics

flexible packaging with plastic seal

garbagefurnituremattresses

Take-Back ProgramsThese items are not accepted through the City’s recycling program or at our Eco-Centre, but you can still recycle them through a Provincial Take-Back Program, and keep them out of the garbage.

FIND A DROP OFF LOCATION 604-RECYCLE (604-732-9253)

BCRecycles.ca metrovancouverrecycles.org

more info

light bulbs electronics e-toys

small appliances

thermostats smoke alarms

lighting & light strings

tires medications & sharps

outdoor power tools

power tools exercise machines

burnaby.ca/takeback

Download Burnaby’sCollection App to learn more about what items are recyclable and to find your nearest drop off depot.burnaby.ca/collectionapp

For more information and accepted materials

metrovancouver.org 604-432-6200 icentre@metrovancouver.org

Additional DisposalFor extra garbage that does not fit in your regular garbage bin, or if you have materials that we don’t accept, such as building or renovation materials, please take these items to a Regional Disposal Facility.

HOURS OF OPERATION*Weekdays: 5:30am-6pm (Recycling drop-off opens at 8am) Saturday (October 1-March 31): 8am-5pmSaturday (April 1-September 30): 8am-6pmSunday and Statutory holidays: 9am-5pm (closed December 25 and January 1)

Coquitlam Transfer Station1200 United Boulevard

Trans Canada Hwy

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REGIONAL DISPOSAL FACILITY LOCATIONS

HOURS OF OPERATION*October 1-March 31Weekdays: 5:30am-5pm (Recycling drop-off opens at 8am)Saturday: 8am-5pmSunday and Statutory holidays: 9am-5pm(closed December 25 and January 1)

April 1-September 30Weekdays: 5:30am-6pm (Recycling drop-off opens at 8am)Saturday: 8am-6pmSunday and Statutory holidays: 9am-5pm

Burrard InletIRONWORKERS’MEMORIAL

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*Hours of operation are subject to change. Please visit metrovancouver.org for hours.

Don’t Leaf it on the StreetLeaves blown from your property onto streets could pose safety concerns and cover catch basins, potentially resulting in localized fooding due to clogged catch basins. Help us by removing any leaves or debris away from catch basins so the water can easily drain. For more information about leaf collection burnaby.ca/garbageandrecycling

Watermain FlushingThe City’s Engineering Department has an annual program of fushing and cleaning watermains.This activity may cause pressure fuctuations, some discolouration and sediment in the water supply reaching your home or business. These conditions should be of short duration and do not pose a health hazard.If your water appears discoloured after our crews have finished fushing, clear your water by running a cold water tap.If you have questions or specific concerns, please contact the Engineering Department at 604-294-7221.

Seasonal Information

Be Snow SmartBe ready to handle cold snaps, frosty roads and snowfall.During winter conditions, everyone has a role to play to ensure streets and sidewalks are safe. Owners or occupants are responsible for removing snow or ice from sidewalks surrounding their property by 10am every day.Get in the know about snow burnaby.ca/besnowsmart

Don’t Flush Us!Metro Vancouver launched the Don’t Flush Us! campaign.

For more information and a list of unflushables please visit unflushables.ca

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Water RestrictionsWater is a valuable resource, and we can all take steps to conserve water, particularly during the warm summer months when water use almost doubles.For more information and for watering restrictions please visit burnaby.ca/waterrestrictions

Let it Grow, Naturally!The City of Burnaby’s Pesticide Use Control Bylaw restricts the use of cosmetic pesticides. Many conventional pesticides cannot be used for lawn and garden beautification and maintenance on residential and City lands, even if they are legally allowed for sale. Having a pesticide free yard does not mean the end of your yard! Your lawn and garden can be healthy and pest free without using chemical pesticides.For more information and a list of permitted pesticides that are safer alternatives please visit burnaby.ca/LetitGrowNaturally

Connect With UsGarbage, Recycling, Green Waste and Large Item CollectionStaffed information line | 604-294-7972M-F, 8am-4:45pm24-Hour Information Line | 604-294-7089burnaby.ca/garbageandrecycling solidwasteandrecycling@burnaby.ca

Other ResourcesBC Recycling Hotline | 604-RECYCLE (604-732-9253) BC Recycling Recyclepedia | bcrecycles.ca Metro Vancouver Recycles | metrovancouverrecycles.org

Burnaby, Let’s Recycle More!City of Burnaby Engineering Department 4949 Canada Way, Burnaby, BC V5G 1M2

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