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Garbage, recycling and collection in Burnaby
Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
Burnaby, British Columbia: garbage, recycling and collection. Find local rules, practical steps, useful answers and official service links.
Key information
Burnaby provides collection and an Eco-Centre for materials that need a different route. Large-item pickup is booked separately. A cart request also differs from picking up replacement recycling boxes or bags.
On this page
At a glance
| Question | Quick answer |
|---|---|
| Does Burnaby provide service for apartments too? | The city lists houses, duplexes, apartments, condos and townhomes, along with commercial properties. Use the page for your building type. |
| Where can household batteries and foam packaging go? | The city lists those among Eco-Centre drop-off materials. Check the accepted-item list before making a trip. |
| How do I request a garbage or green bin? | Use the receptacle request form linked on the city waste page. This is a different process from collecting recycling boxes. |
Plan your next step
- Find your service
Check the address, building type and collector for the material.
- Sort and prepare
Use the local container, quantity, weight and set-out rules.
- Check the date
Use the address calendar and the correct reporting route if collection fails.
Collection, containers and dates
Does Burnaby provide service for apartments too?
The city lists houses, duplexes, apartments, condos and townhomes, along with commercial properties. Use the page for your building type.
What waste streams does the city list?
Garbage, recycling, yard trimmings and food scraps are listed services.
How do I arrange a large-item pickup?
Use the online request form to book an appointment or call 604-294-7972.
Sorting and special services
Where can household batteries and foam packaging go?
The city lists those among Eco-Centre drop-off materials. Check the accepted-item list before making a trip.
Can soft plastics go to the Eco-Centre?
Soft and flexible plastics are included in the city’s Eco-Centre examples, alongside paint cans and empty propane bottles.
Where do I get replacement recycling containers?
Blue and grey boxes and yellow bags can be collected at the Eco-Centre.
Problems, exceptions and help
How do I request a garbage or green bin?
Use the receptacle request form linked on the city waste page. This is a different process from collecting recycling boxes.
How do I report illegal dumping?
Call the Solid Waste and Recycling Division at 604-294-7972 or report it through the collection app.
How should residents in bear areas prepare?
Use the city’s Bear Area information alongside the collection instructions. Secure waste so it does not attract wildlife.
Can I use the old 2025 calendar shown on the overview?
Use the live address calendar for current dates. The overview still mentions a 2025 download, which is not a current 2026 schedule.
Local service links
These are the service sources used for this Burnaby guide. Use their current forms, calendars and notices when completing a task.