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Single Family Garbage Guidelines

The City of Burnaby provides biweekly collection of garbage from single and two-family homes. Garbage is collected using an automated collection system that utilizes specially designated wheeled containers.

SFD garbage truck

Collection Reminders:

  • Only one (1) wheeled garbage container is allowed per property for collection each week.
  • Garbage is collected biweekly (every other week), while recycling and green bins are collected weekly.
  • Between collection days, remove garbage container from lane or street and store in a secure location.
  • All garbage must be bagged and fit into the garbage container with the lid closed. 
  • Must leave at least 1 metre (3 feet) between Garbage Container, Green Bin and Recycling. Learn more »
Curbside Garbage Collection Sanitation_Garbage Container sizes 2014

Additional Disposal

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

North Shore Recycling and Waste Centre Station Map

North Shore Recycling and Waste Centre


30 Riverside Drive West (South of Dollarton Hwy)

Winter Hours (Nov 1-Feb 28)
M-F: 5:30am-5pm (recycling depot opens at 8am)
Sat: 8am-5pm
Sun and Statutory Holidays: 9am-5pm (closed Dec 25 and Jan 1)

Summer Hours (Mar 1-Oct 31)
M-F: 5:30am-6pm (recycling depot opens at 7am)
Sat: 8am-6pm
Sun and Statutory Holidays: 9am-5pm

Find out more »

 Coquitlam Recycling and Waste Centre Map

Coquitlam Recycling and Waste Centre


1200 United Blvd (South of Hwy #1)

Winter Hours (Nov 1-Feb 28)
M-F: 5:30am-6pm (recycling depot opens at 8am)
Sat: 8am-5pm
Sun and Statutory Holidays: 9am-5pm (Closed Dec 25 and Jan 1)

Summer Hours (Mar 1-Oct 31)
M-F: 5:30am-6pm (recycling depot opens at 7am)
Sat: 8am-6pm
Sun and Statutory Holidays: 9am- 5pm

Find out more »

Need Help?

Recycling, Garbage & Green Bin
Staffed Information Line:		 604-294-7972
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:45 PM
24-Hour Touch-tone Information Line: 604-294-7089
Email: solidwasteandrecycling@burnaby.ca
BC Recycling Hotline: 604-RECYCLE (732-9253)
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