Tips

Important Recycling Changes for Maple Ridge Residents
- Curbside

What about garbage and green waste? Are there any changes and is Recycle BC also responsible for these services? Will my collection days align?

Recycle BC is not responsible for garbage and green waste collection. There is no change to your garbage and green waste service. The service providers for garbage and green waste may or may not choose to align these services with recycling collection days.

Are there changes to my recycling collection schedule?

Collection frequency will continue on a weekly basis for mixed paper, mixed container, and glass recycling, but your pickup day may change. Flexible plastics will be collected biweekly on the same day as your other recycling materials. Visit RecycleBC.ca or download the Recycle BC app for your collection schedule and sign up to receive collection day reminders.

Will my recycling be picked up at the same time of day?

You should continue to set out your recycling materials between 5 a.m. and 7 a.m. on collection day. The collection routes may change, so it is possible that the time of day your recycling is collected will change.

Will flexible plastics be collected at the same time as my other recycling?

Flexible plastics will be collected on the same collection day as your other recycling materials, but only every two weeks, whereas your other recycling is collected weekly. Flexible plastics are picked up by a separate truck, so they may be collected at a different time during the day. Please wait until the end of the collection day before reporting any missed pick ups.

How can I prevent my flexible plastics from “blowing away”?

To keep your flexible plastics secure, we recommend using the “bag-in-bag” method. Simply gather your clean flexible plastics inside a larger pouch, plastic bag, or overwrap before putting them in the bin.

Recycle BC's App

Stay informed about recycling in BC

Download Recycle BC’s recycling app to find out what recyclable material goes where and find your nearest depot location. Check your collection day and receive notifications about your recycling pick-up and services.

A network of depots across British Columbia

Recycle BC has a network of depots across BC where residents can drop off packaging and paper free of charge. Most depots accept all our materials including paper, packaging, cardboard boxes, plastic containers, metal containers, cartons and paper cups, non-deposit glass bottles and jars, foam packaging, and flexible plastics. Please see the map below for depot locations.

Flexible plastics, foam packaging (e.g. Styrofoam) and non-deposit glass (in communities without separated curbside glass collection) can only be returned to a depot for recycling.

See your Recycling Guide for information on what to bring in.

Depot Locator

See the map below for drop off locations

Recycling Pro-Tips

Ensure more materials are recycled and kept out of landfill

Line it up

Put your yellow bag between your boxes and not on top of them. Keep 1m (3 ft) to allow room for garbage/green bin collection trucks.

Flatten and cut

If your cardboard is too large for your yellow bag, flatten and cut it down to smaller pieces. 30 inches by 30 inches (76cm x 76cm) or smaller. Loosely stack them between your boxes and yellow bag. Remember to keep plastic wrap out of your recycling!

Keep it clean

Empty and rinse containers to prevent contamination, ensure more material is recycled, and avoid attracting wildlife when material is set out for collection.

Avoid overfilling

Avoid overfilling your recycling boxes to ensure they are not spilled during collection. If you are unable to comfortably fit your material into your boxes, contact your collection partner to order an additional box, or use a similar, open box (e.g. laundry basket, storage box) to set out correctly sorted material.

Additional Service Information

Recycling Service

If you have inquiries on Residential Curbside Recycling, please contact info@recyclebc.ca or call 778-588-0504.

Material List

See our full material list

Accepted

Paper

Recycle at depots, in Paper Bins, Reusable Yellow Bags, or Curbside/Multi-Family Carts

Newspapers, inserts and flyers
Magazines and catalogues
Telephone books and other directories
Writing and home office paper, paper envelopes, and notepads
Paper gift wrap and greeting cards
Single-use paper party décor (e.g., paper pennants, paper globes and ornaments, etc.)
Shredded paper (set shredded paper out for collection in a paper bag or small box and place in your paper collection container)

Paper Packaging And Cardboard

Recycle at depots, in Paper Bins, Reusable Yellow Bags, or Curbside/Multi-Family Carts

Corrugated cardboard boxes used for shipping, grocery and liquor store boxes, pizza boxes, moving boxes and Banker’s boxes
Cardboard and boxboard boxes used for cereal, shoes, tissues, pizza, frozen entrees, desserts, detergent, etc.
Cardboard packaging for cannabis product
Carrier trays for bulk bottled water, soft drinks, cans, food, etc.
Cores for paper towels and toilet tissue
Molded boxboard packaging for egg cartons, take-out beverage trays, paper-based plant pots
Paper gift bags and boxes
Paper bags (also called Kraft paper) and envelopes
Multi-layered paper bags for flour, sugar, etc.
Compressed paper hangers included with clothing

Plastic Containers

Recycle at Depots, Container Bins or Curbside/Multi-Family Carts

Plastic jugs with screw tops used for cooking oil, laundry detergent and fabric softener, cleaning solutions, cleaning products, body care products, windshield washer fluid, etc.
Plastic bottles with screw caps, spray pump, or pull-up tops for food, dish soap, mouthwash, shampoos, conditioners and other personal care products, pills and vitamins, laundry products, etc.
Plastic jars with wide mouths and screw-top lids for peanut butter, jam, nuts, condiments, vitamins and supplements, personal care products, etc.
Plastic packaging for cannabis product
Plastic clamshells with hinged or click-closed tops for baked goods, fruit, produce, eggs, etc.
Plastic black-bottom trays and clear tops for deli chicken, single-serve meals, prepared foods, baked goods
Plastic tubs and lids for food such as margarine and spreads, dairy products such as yogurt, cottage cheese, sour cream, ice cream, etc.
Plastic cold drink cups with lids for take-out beverages
Plastic garden pots and trays for bedding plants, seedlings, vegetable plants, etc.
Plastic pails less than 25L for laundry detergent, ice cream, pet food, etc.
Microwavable bowls and cups
Empty single-use coffee and tea pods; remove lids and do not include lids with recycling
Rigid plastic packaging for toys, toothbrushes, batteries, etc.; remove paper backing and recycle separately
Plastic straws
Plastic stir sticks
Plastic utensils
Plastic plates, cups, and bowls
Non-durable plastic food containers
Rigid plastic gift bags or boxes
Disposable plastic hangers included with clothing
Plastic tape dispensers
Plastic dental floss containers

Cartons And Paper Cups

Recycle at Depots, Container Bins or Curbside/Multi-Family Carts

Paper cups for hot and cold beverages
Cartons and boxes for dairy, cream, substitute eggs, broth, sauces, etc.
Frozen dessert boxes for ice cream, frozen yogurt, etc.
Coated paper plates and bowls

Aluminum Containers

Recycle at Depots, Container Bins or Curbside/Multi-Family Carts

Aluminum cans and lids used for food
Aluminum foil
Aluminum foil pie plates and baking trays
Aluminum take-out containers
Empty aluminum spray containers

Steel Containers

Recycle at Depots, Container Bins or Curbside/Multi-Family Carts

Cans and lids for food, pet food, etc.
Metal spray containers
Thin-gauge metal tins (e.g. cookie tins)

Glass Bottles And Jars

Recycle at Depot or in Glass Only Bin (if applicable)

Clear or coloured non-deposit glass bottles and jars. Check with your recycling collector for instructions.
Please recycle lids with plastic, metal, and carton containers.

Flexible Plastics

Recycle at Depot or in Flexible Plastic Only Bin (if applicable)

Plastic shopping bags
Plastic bags for bread, produce, dry cleaning, newspapers/flyers
Bags for water softener, salt, garden products, etc.
Plastic overwrap on diapers, paper towel, feminine hygiene products, flats of canned beverages
Plastic overwrap on mattresses and electronics
Plastic food storage, sandwich, freezer, and vacuum seal bags
Plastic shrink wrap
Flexible plastic gift bags and boxes
Transparent single-use recycling bags
Reusable plastic curbside recycling bags (e.g. yellow bags for Paper)
Reusable plastic-only carry-out bags (provided with purchase or purchased)
Plastic drop sheet or covering
Squishy cushion packaging (polyethylene foam)
Plastic bubble wrap
Zipper lock pouches for frozen foods (e.g. berries, vegetables, prawns)
Zipper lock and tear-open pouches for cannabis product
Stand-up pouches for dried fruit and nuts, quinoa, grated cheese, etc.
Potato chip bags
Crinkly plastic bags for candy, cereal
Plastic wrappers for candy, cheese slices, granola bars, etc.
Crinkly plastic packaging for dry pasta, pre-packaged deli meats, etc.
Flexible plastic packaging with plastic seal (e.g. deli and cheese packaging)
Plastic net bags for fruit, onions, avocados, etc.
Woven plastic bags for rice
Non-food protective packaging (e.g. all-plastic shipping envelopes, air packets, etc.)

Foam Packaging

Recycle at Depot Only

Plastic foam containers and trays used for meat and produce
Foam egg cartons
Foam clamshells, cups and bowls for take-out food
Firm foam cushion packaging to protect electronics, small appliances, etc.