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Garbage, recycling and collection in Moncton
Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
Moncton, New Brunswick: garbage, recycling and collection. Find local rules, practical steps, useful answers and official service links.
Key information
Moncton uses green, blue and clear bags for separate waste streams. Green bags are weekly, paired with clear garbage bags one week and blue recycling bags the next. Recycling questions and general collection reports have different contact routes.
On this page
At a glance
| Question | Quick answer |
|---|---|
| How does the alternating bag schedule work? | Green and clear bags are collected one week, then green and blue bags the next. Use the address calendar for your week. |
| How do I report a missed collection? | Use the city report form or call 506-853-3333. The city says reports can be made around the clock. |
| Can bags sit on a snowbank? | No. Waste on ice, on snowbanks or in an uncleared area is not collected. |
Sources: Waste Collection | City of Moncton
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
How does the alternating bag schedule work?
Green and clear bags are collected one week, then green and blue bags the next. Use the address calendar for your week.
Who manages blue-bag recycling?
Circular Materials is responsible for the recycling program, with Miller Waste as the listed local contact.
Who answers recycling questions?
Call Miller Waste at 1-833-644-1163 or email nb@millerwaste.ca.
Sorting and special services
How do I report a missed collection?
Use the city report form or call 506-853-3333. The city says reports can be made around the clock.
Do holidays always move collection?
No. The page says only Christmas and New Year may affect the schedule, with changes announced by the city.
Can I put bags in a container?
Yes. Containers at the curb must not exceed 30 inches in height. The city recommends a closed container for organics.
Problems, exceptions and help
Can bags sit on a snowbank?
No. Waste on ice, on snowbanks or in an uncleared area is not collected.
When should uncollected waste be put away?
By 7 p.m. Remove uncollected material and containers after collection day service.
Can I receive money back for all recyclables at a redemption centre?
No. Refunds apply to containers on which a deposit was paid. Other accepted recyclables do not automatically earn a refund.
Does glass go in the blue bag?
The city points glass packaging to Eco360 drop-off options rather than the blue bag. Use Eco360’s sorting tool for the exact glass item.
Local service links
These are the service sources used for this Moncton guide. Use their current forms, calendars and notices when completing a task.
Sources: Waste Collection | City of Moncton