Starting January 1, 2026, a new provider will collect recycling for multi-residential buildings receiving City waste collection services prior to January 1, 2026. Buildings applying for City collection on or after this date must submit proof that a private company has been retained to provide recycling collection services.
Program Benefits
- The program is flexible to meet the needs of each building – the cost is based on your garbage volume (bin size, number of bins and compaction) and how often you need collection services.
- The program also includes collection of organics, electronics, yard waste and household hazardous waste at no additional cost.
- The City provides a rebate per multi-residential unit per year.
Eligibility
To be eligible to participate in this program, a multi-residential building must meet the following requirements.
Proof of recycling collection provider
As of January 1, 2026, applicants for City waste collection services must submit proof that a private company has been retained to provide recycling collection services.
Curbside collection service
Your building must:
- have between nine and 30 residential units (certain buildings with 31 to 60 dwelling may be eligible)
- successfully pass a site inspection.
Front-end collection service
Your building must:
- have 31 residential units or more
- successfully pass a site inspection
- successfully pass a vehicle test run as collection vehicles:
- require a dedicated Type G loading space
- require a minimum of 4.4 metre vertical clearance to travel through private property and a minimum of 6.1 metre vertical clearance at collection points
- are required to enter and exit in a forward motion
Review a full list of requirements and learn how to apply.
