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
Avviso importante: la brochure è disponibile online.Informations importantes: La Brochure est disponible en ligne.
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
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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f a
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moulded boxboard
accepted
remember to
gift wrap & greeting cards
(paper only)
bundle 2’ x 2’ and place beside
yellow cart
non-food protective packaging
CARDBOARD ONLY NO GARBAGE
f a
tten materials
remember to
glass jars glass bottles
Grey Bin (Glass Containers)
acceptedaccepted
drinking glasses broken dishesmirror glass window glass
not accepted
rinse containers
remove lids
rin
se containers
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
remove lids
f a
tten materials
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
REMINDER
These items are accepted at the Eco-Centre.
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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!
Trans Canada Highway
Canada Way
Regent Street
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Douglas Road
Lougheed Highway
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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
Eco-
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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 [email protected]
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
COQUITLAM
Coquitlam1200 United Blvd.
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United Boulevard
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Brunette Avenue
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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North Shore30 Riverside DriveNorth Vancouver North Shore Transfer Station
30 Riverside Drive West (South of Dollarton Highway)
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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 [email protected]
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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