Vancouver Garbage Schedule, BC: Pickup Day, Calendar & Tips

๐Ÿ—‘๏ธ Vancouver, British Columbia waste collection guide โ€ข 2026

Vancouver Garbage Schedule, BC: Pickup Day, Calendar, Green Bin, Recycling Help and Local Waste Tips

Vancouver garbage day is address-based, so the right pickup date depends on your location, collection zone, property type and whether your building uses City service or a private hauler. Do not guess from a neighbourโ€™s bin or an old printed calendar.

This guide explains how to check your official garbage day Vancouver schedule, how Green Bin and recycling service works, when to set carts out, what to do after a missed pickup, where large items go, and which official pages to use before paying fees or visiting a disposal facility.

๐Ÿ“ Address lookup first ๐Ÿ“… 2026 calendar help ๐ŸŸข Green Bin and garbage โ™ป๏ธ Recycle BC and GFL recycling ๐Ÿšš Missed pickup actions

Quick Answer: How to Find Your Vancouver Garbage Day

To check your Vancouver garbage schedule, use the official City collection schedule page, enter your address, and confirm the next garbage and Green Bin date. The City schedule also lets you print a calendar, import dates to an online calendar, or sign up for reminders through VanCollect.

For single family homes and duplexes, the City collects garbage, food scraps and yard waste. Recycling is different: residential recycling service in Vancouver is handled through Recycle BC, not directly by the City. Houses and duplexes use the Recycle BC Vancouver curbside program, while apartments and condos may have building-specific recycling providers.

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I live in a house or duplex

Use the official City schedule lookup. Garbage is collected on the garbage weeks shown in your calendar, while Green Bin service is shown separately on the same schedule.

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I need Green Bin pickup

Use the same City schedule. Green Bin is generally collected by City crews, but always check the current calendar because seasonal changes can apply.

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I need recycling pickup

Use Recycle BC Vancouver. For curbside houses and duplexes, GFL Environmental handles recycling collection questions and missed recycling pickup.

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I live in a condo or apartment

Ask your building manager first. Many multi-family buildings use private haulers or Recycle BC building service providers, not the same curbside house routine.

๐Ÿ“… Pickup day

Use address lookup or the official 2026 collection calendar. There is no one citywide garbage day.

๐Ÿ•– Set-out time

Place bins out by 7 a.m. on collection day and give carts enough space for crews.

โ™ป๏ธ Recycling

Recycle BC is responsible for residential recycling service in Vancouver.

โ˜Ž๏ธ Help

Call 3-1-1 in Vancouver, 604-873-7000 outside Vancouver, or use TTY 7-1-1.

Source Verification Box: Official Pages Checked

Publish-ready as of: May 5, 2026. The official pages below were checked while preparing this guide. Waste collection rules, calendar dates, contractor details, facility hours, fees and accepted materials can change, so always confirm the live official page before paying a fee, reporting a missed pickup or taking items to a depot.

Guide Menu for Pickup Day, Calendar, Fees, Recycling and Local Rules

Use this menu to jump directly to the section you need. It covers garbage day lookup, Green Bin collection, Recycle BC, apartments, missed pickup, extra garbage stickers, large items, depots, fees, phone help and official websites.

Online Pickup Day Lookup: The Safest Way to Check Garbage Day Vancouver

The fastest reliable method is the Cityโ€™s address-based schedule. Search your address, confirm the pickup day, then check whether the next service is garbage, Green Bin or both. The PDF calendar also uses coloured zones and symbols, so do not use the PDF without matching your home to the correct zone.

Open the official collection schedule page

Use the City of Vancouver collection schedule page. It is the main official page for pickup dates, reminders, printed calendar options and the current schedule PDF.

Enter your exact address

Use your street address, not just your neighbourhood. A nearby street may follow a different route or zone.

Check the material for that date

Garbage and Green Bin may not be collected the same way every week. In the PDF calendar, a circled collection day means garbage and Green Bin; a day without the circle means Green Bin only.

Save a reminder

Use VanCollect, email, phone reminders or your own calendar. Vancouver is moving residents toward digital calendar access, so relying on a mailed paper calendar is weaker than checking the live schedule.

Vancouver Zone and Neighbourhood Calendar Help

Many people search for โ€œgarbage day Vancouver near me,โ€ โ€œVancouver garbage pickup today,โ€ or โ€œcollection day in Kitsilano, Mount Pleasant, East Vancouver, Downtown, Marpole or Kerrisdale.โ€ Those searches can help you find the right official page, but the final answer still has to come from your address or the colour-coded schedule zone.

๐Ÿ“ North and central zones

Use the colour-coded PDF map or the address lookup. Do not assume every block north of Broadway has the same collection day.

๐Ÿ“ South Vancouver zones

Use the official schedule before setting out garbage. The same weekday can mean different material depending on the calendar symbol.

๐Ÿ˜๏ธ Houses and duplexes

The City provides garbage and Green Bin collection for single family homes and duplexes, with your schedule based on location.

๐Ÿข Multi-family buildings

Many apartments, condos and townhomes follow building-managed service. Ask the manager before using a house curbside calendar.

๐Ÿ“… Pickup today searches

Check your live address schedule first. Construction, statutory holidays, weather, blocked lanes or missed set-out can affect service.

๐Ÿงญ Not sure where it goes?

Use Waste Wizard before placing batteries, electronics, large items, flexible plastics, paint, propane, chemicals or extra garbage outside.

2026 Garbage Calendar, Green Bin Calendar and Holiday Schedule Notes

The City collection calendar is the best place to confirm garbage and Green Bin dates. Beginning in spring 2026, Vancouver says annual citywide mailing of collection calendars through Canada Post is discontinued, with residents encouraged to use digital calendar options. A limited number of printed calendars may still be available at select in-person locations.

The official 2025/26 Green Bin and Garbage Collection Calendar covers April 2025 through May 2026 and includes zone colours, garbage collection weeks, extra leaf collection, Christmas tree collection and statutory holiday markings. The schedule page also provides the newer calendar options when available.

  • Use address lookup for the cleanest answer to โ€œwhat day is garbage pickup?โ€
  • Use the PDF only after matching your home to the correct coloured zone.
  • Look for garbage collection week symbols before setting out garbage.
  • Set bins out by 7 a.m. on the scheduled collection day.
  • Check the live schedule around statutory holidays before assuming normal pickup.
  • Use VanCollect reminders if you often miss alternating garbage weeks.

Bin Set-Out Hours, Cart Spacing and Local Pickup Day Rules

Vancouverโ€™s set-out rules are strict because collection trucks need clear access. A correct pickup day can still turn into a missed pickup if the lid is open, the bin is blocked, the bin is late, or there is not enough space around the carts.

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Set carts out by 7 a.m.

Place garbage, Green Bin and recycling materials out by 7 a.m. on the correct collection day. Crews may work in some areas until evening.

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Give bins enough space

Keep at least 1 metre, or 3 feet, of space around carts and keep about 3.5 metres, or 11.5 feet, of clearance above bins.

Simple rules that prevent missed pickup

  • Close the lid fully. Overflowing bins may not be collected.
  • Point the arrows on cart lids toward the centre of the lane or street.
  • Do not block bins with parked vehicles, fences, trees, snow, construction material or other obstacles.
  • Place recycling boxes and yellow bags so crews can access them safely.
  • Bring bins back onto your property after they are emptied.
  • Use extra garbage stickers for eligible extra bags instead of overfilling the cart.

VanCollect App, Waste Wizard and Pickup Reminders

The VanCollect app is useful for residents who want weekly reminders, service alerts and sorting tips. The City collection schedule page also supports email, phone reminders and calendar importing, which helps if your household keeps forgetting whether this week is garbage, Green Bin or recycling.

Waste Wizard is the better tool when you are asking, โ€œCan this go in garbage?โ€ or โ€œWhere do I recycle this?โ€ Search the exact item before disposing of batteries, electronics, propane, foam packaging, flexible plastics, paint, light bulbs, appliances, mattresses, treated wood or renovation material.

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Pickup reminders

Use digital reminders so you do not miss garbage collection weeks or seasonal collection dates.

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Item sorting

Use Waste Wizard before placing confusing items into garbage, Green Bin or recycling.

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Service reporting

Use City online tools or Van311 for missed garbage, damaged bins and service requests.

Vancouver Recycling Pickup: Recycle BC, GFL, Boxes, Bags and Missed Recycling

Recycling is the section where many Vancouver residents choose the wrong portal. The City of Vancouver does not provide residential recycling collection. Recycle BC is the province-wide program responsible for residential recycling services across British Columbia, including Vancouver curbside and multi-family recycling.

For Vancouver curbside houses and duplexes, Recycle BC lists GFL Environmental as the recycling collection provider. Recycle BCโ€™s Vancouver curbside page says paper, container and glass recycling should be placed at curb by 7 a.m. and provides recycling guides, accepted items, depot information and GFL contact details.

โ™ป๏ธ Curbside recycling: Recycle BC๐Ÿšš Curbside provider: GFL Environmentalโ˜Ž๏ธ GFL: 604-282-7966๐Ÿ“ง srrecycle@gflenv.com

If recycling was missed, contact the recycling provider, not the Cityโ€™s garbage missed-collection path. If garbage or Green Bin was missed, use the Cityโ€™s missed waste collection page.

Apartment, Condo, Townhome and Multi-Family Garbage Schedule Rules

If you live in an apartment, condo, co-op, townhouse complex or other multi-family building, your pickup process can be different from a house or duplex. Many buildings use private waste haulers for garbage, while recycling may be handled through Recycle BC service providers or a building-selected provider.

For apartments and condos, Recycle BC announced changes starting February 16, 2026. The City page lists Recycling Alternative for Downtown and False Creek, and Emterra Environmental for all other areas. Flexible plastics are accepted in the new pink cart in participating multi-family recycling service.

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Resident action

Ask your building manager where garbage, Green Bin, recycling, large items, electronics and donation items should go.

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Recycling provider action

Use your buildingโ€™s Recycle BC provider for recycling schedules, missed pickups, carts and accepted materials.

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Manager action

Building managers should confirm contracts, container sizes, contamination rules, storage locations and resident signage.

Accepted Items, Waste Wizard and What Goes Where in Vancouver

Sorting mistakes are one of the easiest ways to create missed pickup, contamination, extra fees or unsafe disposal. Vancouver has separate rules for garbage, Green Bin organics, Recycle BC recycling, depot recycling, electronics, yard waste, mattresses, hazardous material and construction waste.

๐Ÿฅฌ Food scraps and food-soiled paper

Use the Green Bin for accepted food scraps, plate scrapings, leftovers and food-soiled paper. Keep plastics out.

๐Ÿงด Containers and paper recycling

Use Recycle BC sorting rules. Empty and rinse containers, flatten cardboard and follow the correct box or bag system.

๐Ÿงƒ Flexible plastics and foam packaging

These may need depot drop-off or the correct Recycle BC program route. Do not guess from older recycling habits.

๐Ÿ”‹ Batteries, propane and bulbs

Use Waste Wizard, Zero Waste Centre or approved take-back programs. Do not put dangerous items in regular garbage.

๐Ÿ’ป Electronics and small appliances

Use the Zero Waste Centre, approved electronics recycling, Return-It electronics locations or official drop-off events.

๐Ÿ›‹๏ธ Furniture and mattresses

Vancouver does not pick up big items as regular curbside garbage. Use reuse, donation, private removal or drop-off options.

๐Ÿ‚ Leaves and yard material

Use the Green Bin, seasonal leaf collection instructions or transfer station options depending on volume and material.

๐Ÿ—๏ธ Construction material

Drywall, asbestos, treated wood and renovation waste have special rules. Check official disposal pages before loading.

Green Bin Pickup, Seasonal Leaves, Yard Waste and Christmas Tree Collection

Green Bin service is for accepted food scraps, food-soiled paper and yard trimmings. The City says the Green Bin program is available to residents in houses, duplexes and some multi-unit buildings, with City crews providing service. However, the collection calendar should still be checked because seasonal changes can apply.

The official 2025/26 calendar notes biweekly Green Bin collection in January and February 2026, with Green Bins collected every second week on the same day as garbage during that period. It also notes Christmas tree and extra leaf collection in January, including a January 10 set-out date in the calendar.

  • Keep plastic bags, even compostable or biodegradable plastic bags, out of the Green Bin.
  • Use newspaper, paper towel or paper bags to line kitchen containers instead of plastic.
  • Large branches greater than accepted size limits may need to go to the Vancouver South Transfer Station.
  • Put extra leaves in paper bags or store-bought bins, not plastic bags.
  • Remove decorations and tinsel before recycling a Christmas tree.
  • Use the live calendar or VanCollect reminders before setting out seasonal material.

Furniture Pickup, Mattress Disposal, Appliances and Large Item Rules

This is the biggest mistake in Vancouver waste searches: the City does not pick up big items such as mattresses, furniture, appliances or electronics as regular curbside collection. If the item is still usable, consider donation, repair, reuse or a private removal service first.

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Large household items

For mattresses, furniture and appliances that are not reusable, use the Zero Waste Centre, transfer station, landfill or a proper recycling/removal option. Fees may apply.

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Do not dump in lanes

Leaving a mattress, couch or appliance in an alley or on the street can be illegal dumping. Use Van311 to report abandoned garbage.

Mattresses, box springs and futons may be accepted at designated disposal locations for a fee. Always check the official mattress disposal page, Waste Wizard or facility page before visiting because accepted materials, limits and fees can change.

Garbage Bin, Green Bin, Missing Bin, Damaged Bin and Size Change Help

Each home is initially provided with one garbage bin and one Green Bin. Bins belong to the property, so if you move, leave City bins at the address. Only the property owner or a person authorized by the property owner can request extra bins, change bin sizes, remove bins, start new service or cancel service.

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Garbage bins

Choose a size based on how much garbage your household creates by collection day. Larger bins have higher annual rates.

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Green bins

Choose a Green Bin size based on food scraps and yard waste volume. Keep plastic out to prevent contamination.

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Repair or exchange

Use City online services or 3-1-1 for City garbage and Green Bin requests. Use Recycle BC/GFL for recycling boxes and bags.

For 2026, the City lists garbage bin rates by size, from 75 L to 360 L, and Green Bin rates by size from 120 L to 360 L. Check the live bin pages before changing sizes because rates are tied to property billing and can change.

Hazardous Waste, Batteries, Paint, Propane, Chemicals and Special Handling Items

Hazardous and special handling items should not be placed in regular garbage, Green Bin or recycling. Items such as paint, pesticides, gasoline, waste oil, propane, fluorescent lights, some batteries and certain chemicals need approved disposal routes.

The Vancouver Zero Waste Centre accepts many residential items that need special handling, including examples such as batteries, propane tanks, light bulbs, electronics, small appliances and other listed materials, often with quantity limits. Some materials must go through product stewardship programs or other designated drop-off sites.

  • Do not put batteries, propane, paint or chemicals into garbage carts.
  • Do not pour hazardous liquids into drains, toilets, storm drains or soil.
  • Check Waste Wizard before taking special material to a facility.
  • Follow quantity limits and packaging rules at the Zero Waste Centre or transfer station.
  • Asbestos, drywall and construction material may have separate rules and fees.

Pop-Up Recycling Events, Mini Events and Special Drop-Off Options

Vancouver pop-up and mini pop-up recycling events can help residents drop off certain small items and reusable materials. They are not a replacement for the transfer station, landfill or all hazardous waste programs, so check the official event page before loading your vehicle.

  • Mini events may accept selected small items such as books, cell phones, household batteries, lightbulbs and flexible plastics.
  • Some pop-up recycling events do not accept large furniture, mattresses, hazardous waste, construction material, propane tanks, Styrofoam, tires or pharmaceutical products.
  • Use the official event list and Waste Wizard to confirm accepted items before visiting.
  • For large items, use reuse, private removal, transfer station, landfill or the correct recycling program instead.

Zero Waste Centre, Vancouver South Transfer Station, Open Today, Hours and Drop-Off Rules

Drop-off locations matter when an item is too large for bins, not accepted curbside, needs special handling or has a fee. Vancouver has different official facilities for free residential recycling, garbage disposal, oversized items, yard waste, mattresses and landfill-related material.

โ™ป๏ธ Vancouver Zero Waste Centre

Located at 8588 Yukon Street. It accepts many residential reuse and recycling materials free of charge, including selected special-handling items.

๐Ÿš— Zero Waste Centre hours

Official hours show Monday to Saturday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., with Christmas Day and New Yearโ€™s Day closed.

๐Ÿ—‘๏ธ Vancouver South Transfer Station

Located at 377 West Kent Avenue North. It is used by residential and commercial customers for garbage and select recyclable materials.

โฐ Transfer Station hours

Official hours show Monday to Friday 5:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., with holiday changes.

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Mattresses and box springs

Mattresses and box springs are fee-based materials at designated disposal locations. Check the mattress page before visiting.

๐ŸŒฟ Yard and wood waste

Yard trimmings and unfinished wood may be accepted with fees at the transfer station or landfill. Confirm limits first.

Free vs Paid Vancouver Garbage Fees, Stickers, Bin Rates and Drop-Off Costs

Some Vancouver waste options are free for eligible residents, while others are billed through property taxes, stickers, facility fees or private hauler invoices. Do not assume โ€œfree pickupโ€ applies to every item.

๐Ÿ—‘๏ธ Regular garbage bin service

Garbage bin collection is tied to annual rates by bin size. The 2026 City page lists different rates for 75 L, 120 L, 180 L, 240 L and 360 L bins.

๐ŸŸข Green Bin service

Green Bin service is also tied to rates by size. Check the official page before changing to a larger or extra bin.

๐Ÿท๏ธ Extra garbage stickers

Extra garbage stickers are used for eligible extra bags. The City lists a cost of $20 for one strip of five stickers, not sold individually.

โ™ป๏ธ Zero Waste Centre recycling

Many residential recycling drop-off materials are accepted free of charge, but limits and accepted categories still apply.

๐Ÿš— Transfer station disposal

Garbage, mattresses, food scraps, yard trimmings and unfinished wood may involve fees at the transfer station or landfill.

๐Ÿข Private building service

Apartment, condo, commercial or private hauler costs depend on the contract, container size, service frequency and contamination rules.

Missed Garbage Pickup Vancouver: Choose the Correct Report Path

Before reporting a missed pickup, check whether your bin was actually eligible for collection. The City tells residents to check for set-out timing, crew progress, holiday schedule changes, unusual weather, construction, traffic delays, equipment issues, vegetation, parked vehicles near bins, unacceptable items or a decal/tag explaining the problem.

Confirm the date and material

Check your live address schedule. Make sure it was garbage or Green Bin day, not only recycling or another material week.

Check set-out mistakes

Look for a tag, open lid, blocked lane, parked vehicle, poor spacing, overhead obstruction, late set-out or unacceptable items.

Use the right provider

Use the City missed collection page for garbage and Green Bin. Use GFL Environmental for curbside recycling missed pickup.

Correct the problem before next pickup

If your bin was tagged or not collected because of a rule problem, fix the issue and set accepted items out on the next scheduled day.

Business, Commercial, School and Private Hauler Waste Rules Are Different

This page is written mainly for residential Vancouver garbage day searches. Businesses, schools, restaurants, offices, construction sites, charities, institutions and some multi-family buildings may use different rules, private haulers, special disposal requirements, container contracts and fees.

If your waste comes from a commercial property, business operation, renovation project or privately serviced building, check the official business waste pages, your hauler contract, Metro Vancouver requirements and any special disposal rules before following a residential curbside routine.

New Resident, Renter, Landlord or Property Manager Checklist

If you recently moved to Vancouver or changed neighbourhoods, do not copy your old waste routine. Even within the same city, address zones, building service and recycling providers can differ.

  • Confirm whether the property is a house, duplex, apartment, condo, townhouse or commercial building.
  • Use the City address lookup for garbage and Green Bin if the property receives City collection.
  • Check whether recycling is handled through Recycle BC, GFL, a building provider or a private service.
  • Learn the 7 a.m. set-out rule and cart spacing requirements before the first pickup.
  • Ask the landlord or manager about storage rooms, carts, labels, contamination rules and bulky-item steps.
  • Use Waste Wizard before disposing of electronics, flexible plastics, foam packaging, batteries, paint or large items.
  • Check extra garbage sticker rules before setting out extra bags.
  • Bookmark the Zero Waste Centre and transfer station pages for items that do not belong curbside.

Vancouver Map, Official Website, Phone Number and Online Lookup

This map is a safe general search map for Vancouver garbage schedule help. It is not a fake office address or a replacement for the official address lookup. For final pickup-day decisions, use the City collection schedule, Recycle BC, GFL, VanCollect, Van311 or your building manager.

โ˜Ž๏ธ 3-1-1 in Vancouverโ˜Ž๏ธ 604-873-7000 outside VancouverTTY 7-1-1โ™ป๏ธ GFL recycling 604-282-7966

Vancouver Garbage Schedule FAQ

How do I check my garbage day in Vancouver?

Use the official City of Vancouver collection schedule page and enter your exact address. The schedule shows your collection dates and lets you sign up for reminders, import dates to your calendar or print a schedule.

Is there one garbage pickup day for all of Vancouver?

No. Vancouver garbage day depends on your address, zone and property type. A nearby street or neighbourhood may not have the same collection date, so use the official address lookup.

What time should I put garbage bins out in Vancouver?

Set bins out by 7 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. Keep lids closed, point lid arrows toward the lane or street, leave at least 1 metre of space around bins and keep overhead clearance clear.

Does Vancouver collect Green Bin every week?

The City Green Bin program is generally serviced by City crews, but you should always check the current schedule. The 2025/26 calendar notes seasonal biweekly Green Bin collection during January and February 2026.

Who handles recycling pickup in Vancouver?

Recycle BC is responsible for residential recycling services in Vancouver. For curbside houses and duplexes, GFL Environmental is the listed recycling collection provider. Apartments and condos may have different Recycle BC providers or building-specific arrangements.

How do I report missed garbage pickup in Vancouver?

First check your schedule, set-out time, cart spacing, lid, tag, blocked access and holiday changes. If it was eligible City garbage or Green Bin collection and none of those issues apply, use the City missed waste collection page.

How do I report missed recycling pickup in Vancouver?

For curbside recycling, contact GFL Environmental through Recycle BC Vancouver information. The City missed garbage page points missed recycling questions to the recycling provider, not the City garbage reporting path.

Does Vancouver pick up mattresses, couches or furniture at the curb?

No. Vancouver does not pick up big items such as mattresses, furniture, appliances or electronics as regular curbside garbage. Use reuse, donation, private junk removal, the Zero Waste Centre, transfer station, landfill or another approved disposal option.

Where can I take extra garbage in Vancouver?

If extra waste cannot be reused, recycled or composted, you may use extra garbage stickers for eligible bags, order a larger bin, or take material to the transfer station or landfill where fees may apply. Check official limits first.

How much are extra garbage stickers in Vancouver?

The City lists extra garbage stickers at $20 for one strip of five stickers, with stickers not sold individually. Use standard garbage bags within the listed size and weight rules and place the sticker so crews can see it.

Where is the Vancouver Zero Waste Centre?

The Vancouver Zero Waste Centre is at 8588 Yukon Street. It accepts many residential recycling and special handling materials free of charge, but accepted items and quantity limits vary, so check the official page before visiting.

Where is the Vancouver South Transfer Station?

The Vancouver South Transfer Station is at 377 West Kent Avenue North. It is used for garbage drop-off and select recyclable materials, including some fee-based items such as mattresses, yard trimmings and unfinished wood.

Can I put plastic bags in the Vancouver Green Bin?

No. Vancouver says plastic bags of any kind, including bags labelled compostable or biodegradable, should stay out of the Green Bin. Use newspaper, paper towel or paper bags instead.

What should apartment and condo residents do for garbage day Vancouver?

Apartment and condo residents should ask the building manager or strata first. Many buildings use private haulers, Recycle BC multi-family recycling providers or building-specific storage and pickup rules.

What phone number can I call for Vancouver waste collection help?

Call 3-1-1 inside Vancouver, 604-873-7000 from outside Vancouver, or use TTY 7-1-1. For curbside recycling questions, use the Recycle BC Vancouver provider information, including GFL Environmental for houses and duplexes.

Editorial Note and Official Verification Reminder

This guide is written to help residents understand Vancouver garbage day lookup, 2026 calendar use, Green Bin collection, Recycle BC recycling, missed pickup, set-out timing, extra garbage stickers, bin rates, large item disposal, Zero Waste Centre drop-off and transfer station options. It is not the official City of Vancouver website.

This page is publish-ready as of the verified date shown above. Waste rules can change because of City updates, Recycle BC program changes, contractor changes, holidays, weather, lane access, construction, facility operations or fee updates. Before paying, reporting, booking, dumping, setting out a large item or visiting a facility, verify details through the official City, Recycle BC, GFL, Van311 or your building manager.

Final Summary: The Simple Rule for Vancouver Waste Collection

Do not guess your Vancouver garbage day. Use the official City address lookup or the current PDF calendar, confirm your zone, check whether the date is a garbage collection week or Green Bin only, and set bins out by 7 a.m. with correct spacing and clearance.

Use the City for garbage, Green Bin, missed City collection, extra garbage stickers, bin requests and disposal facilities. Use Recycle BC and GFL for curbside recycling service. Use your building manager if you live in a condo, apartment or privately serviced building. That separation prevents most missed pickup, wrong-bin and wrong-provider problems.

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