Garbage Cart Program
Biweekly curbside garbage collection is provided to residents in single-family homes and some Townhomes. Centralized garbage collection is provided to some multi-family complexes. Multi-family complexes with private garbage collection, this information may not apply. Please contact your strata or property manager for information.
Collection Schedule
Garbage Cart Program
Extra Garbage Disposal Options
Large Item Pick Up Program
What Goes in the Garbage? Not Much!
The more we recycle, the less we need to throw in the garbage. The following are examples of some remaining household items that go into the garbage.
Items Accepted
- Broken ceramics & broken glass
- Plastic cling wrap
- Plastic cutlery
- Garden hoses
Items Not Accepted
| Not Accepted | Alternate Disposal Options |
|---|---|
| Asbestos | See WorksSafe BC Asbestos Awareness for Homeowners for details. See Vancouver Landfill Asbestos Disposal information. |
| Auto metal parts | Bring to Richmond Recycling Depot Address: 5555 Lynas Lane Opens 7 days per week from 9am to 6:15pm |
| Batteries | |
| Beverage containers | Bring to Return-It facilities for deposit cash-back |
| Cardboard | Flatten, cut into smaller pieces and put in yellow Mixed Paper Recycling bag or Mixed Paper Recycling cart |
| Clean or treated wood exceeding 2.5 m in length |
Ecowaste Industries Phone: 604-277-1410 Address: 15111 Williams Road Vancouver Landfill Address: 5400 72nd Street Delta Phone: 604-873-7000 (You could purchase $5 Garbage Disposal Voucher, value up to $25 at Vancouver Landfill - see Extra Garbage Disposal Options for details) |
| Construction and demolition waste | |
| Dirt, rock, concrete or bricks | |
| Electronics | Drop off at Richmond Recycling Depot
Address: 5555 Lynas Lane |
| Gypsum (Drywall, plasterboard, sheetrock, gyproc and wallboard)
|
New drywall - bring to Vancouver Landfill or Vancouver Transfer Station. Used drywall - bring to Vancouver Landfill. Restrictions apply, see New and Used Gypsum for details. |
| Flammable liquids, gasoline, paint, pesticides and solvents |
Drop off at Richmond Recycling Depot
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| Fluorescent lights | |
| Hazardous wastes | Visit Metro Vancouver Hazardous Wastes page for details. |
| Lead-acid (car) batteries |
Drop off at Richmond Recycling Depot |
| Mattresses |
Vancouver Landfill (You could purchase $5 Garbage Disposal Voucher, value up to $25 at Vancouver Landfill - see for details) or use Large Item Pick Up program |
| Medications and pharmaceuticals | See Health Products Stewardship for drop off locations near you. |
| Metal household appliances |
Drop off at Richmond Recycling Depot |
| Motor oil, oil filters and empty oil containers | |
| Propane tanks | |
| Smoke and CO Alarms | |
| Vehicle tires | |
| Yard trimmings and food scraps | Put in Green Cart |
| White Expanded Polystyrene (e.g. Styrofoam) |
Drop off at Richmond Recycling Depot |
Tips to Prepare Your Garbage and Reduce Odours
- Tightly wrap or secure garbage to prevent loose materials from being scattered by wind or animals.
- Do not overstuff garbage carts as they cause difficulty for crews collecting and could result in cart damage.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of baking soda in the bottom of the cart or on garbage to absorb odours, and it also helps with removing odours when rinsing out the cart.
Missed Collection
More Information for Curbside Collection
Carts are provided by the City and annual fees for curbside garbage collection are based on cart size.
2. Biweekly Garbage Pick Up
Place garbage at the curb by 7:30am on your collection day, every other week. Please ensure your garbage cart does not impede access to the sidewalk. Visit "Collection Schedule" for details.
3. Richmond Recycling App
For weekly reminders about your curbside collection, download the Richmond Collection Schedule app at the Apple or Android app stores.
4. Additional Garbage:
- $2 Garbage Tags and $5 Garbage Disposal Vouchers (value up to $25 at Vancouver Landfill) are available for purchase at all City facilities. For address and phone number, visit "Extra Garbage Disposal Options" for more details.
- Large Item Pick Up Program - Curbside pick-up of securely, fully sealed, mattresses, upholstered furniture and more. See "Large Item Pick-Up" for details.
5. Garbage Cart Exchange
- $25 cart exchange fee
- Garbage carts are not available for exchange at the Recycle Depot
- To request an exchange, please call the Environmental Programs Office at 604-276-4010 or email garbageandrecycling@richmond.ca.
More Information for Centralized Collection
- Collection details are arranged between the City and the Strata Council or Property Manager. Garbage carts are located in central collection area, residents do not have to set the carts out for pick up.
- Please use small bags to contain your garbage and maximize space in your shared garbage carts.
- $5 Garbage Disposal Vouchers (value up to $25 at the Vancouver Landfill) are available for purchase at all City facilities. For address and phone number, visit "Extra Garbage Disposal Options" for more details.
- Large Item Pick Up Program - This service is available to dispose of bulky items such as mattresses, large appliances, furniture, etc.
More Information for Commercial Operators
If commercial operators would like City collection services for Garbage using Garbage Carts, please call Environmental Programs Office at 604-276-4010 or email garbageandrecycling@richmond.ca. While customized service options are not available, the City will work with commercial operators to provide the City’s Garbage Cart service if operational logistics are consistent with the City’s Garbage service standards.