Recycling
Recyclable material is collected every week (alternating between Blue and Grey Box) on the same day as your garbage.
Set your Blue Box out by 7 a.m. on your collection day, but no sooner than 8 p.m. the evening before.
Incorrect Phone Number Listed in Directory
In our Directory of Services Brochure, the correct number for "Damaged Public Recycling Bins on Regional Roads" is 905-682-4523. We apologize for this error.
Tips for Setting out your Blue and Grey Box
- Flatten and Tie Cardboard
Large cardboard may be placed next to recycling containers, only if they are flattened and tied to be no larger than 90 cm x 90 cm x 90 cm (3' x 3' x 3').
- Secure all Loose Items
Place materials inside box. Squeeze pop cans, large plastic bottles and beverage cartons to save space. Fill boxboard boxes with other boxboard materials. Stack your Blue/Grey Boxes on top of one another to prevent items from blowing away. Place heavier items on top of loose paper.
- Avoid Plastic Bags
Do not place containers or paper products in plastic grocery bags.
- When Windy, Place Boxes at Curb in Morning, instead of Night before
On windy days, place your recycling boxes out for collection on the morning of your collection day by 7 a.m. instead of the night before. This will help to prevent litter on the streets.
For general recycling information (not specific to Niagara Region) visit www.blueboxmore.ca.