The City of Fredericton's two public blue recycling depots will be removed on December 31, 2025. What does this mean for residents?
Convenience created from curbside multi-unit recycling eliminates the need for recycling depots. Originally introduced to support recycling access for multi-residential properties, these bins have been removed as our community continues its transition to curbside collection.
Beginning in May 2025, Circular Materials Atlantic (CMA) began providing curbside recycling service to City of Fredericton residents living in multi-unit residential buildings.
CMA is the producer responsibility organization that is working with Recycling NB to implement and manage the new extended producer responsibility recycling system in New Brunswick. In support of these changes, the City of Fredericton amended by-law W-4 to support the success of CMA’s program and extend curbside recycling to all residents.
Owners and landlords who have yet to register can do so online with Circular Material Atlantic. Tenants whose buildings do not yet have recycling services are encouraged to contact their property manager or landlord to ensure these changes are underway.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Curbside recycling should now be available to all single and multi-unit dwellers in Fredericton through Circular Materials Atlantic (CMA). The City of Fredericton is no longer leading recycling programs; this responsibility is with CMA.
Convenience created from curbside multi-unit recycling eliminates the need for recycling depots. Originally introduced to support recycling access for multi-residential properties, these bins have been removed as our community continues its transition to curbside collection through CMA.
This change improves efficiency, reduces contamination, and supports the City’s goal of cutting emissions 50% by 2030 by reducing trucking.
Recycling bins will remain available at the depots until December 31, 2025. Signage is posted at each depot to inform users of the upcoming changes.
Large cardboard boxes can be cut up or broken down so that they fit inside your curbside recycling and can be collected properly.
Alternatively, large items can be taken to the Capital Region Service Commission (CRSC) Solid Waste facility , which accepts a wide range of waste and recycling materials for proper disposal. These facilities are also equipped to safely manage items that are not accepted through curbside programs (such as hazardous waste) and help prevent illegal dumping.
Contact the CRSC Recycling Hotline at 1+ (506) 453-9938 or Service Fredericton 1+ (506) 460-2020 for more information.
As per By-Law No. S-19, it is illegal to dump waste of any kind on City property. This outlines rules on illegal dumping, improper waste disposal, and the misuse of public spaces and infrastructure. Any recycling or waste left on the ground at the depots will be sent to the landfill and cannot be recycled in 2025. Residents, property owners, and businesses are responsible for ensuring waste and recycling materials are disposed of correctly and in approved locations.
For full details, including prohibited activities, enforcement measures, and potential fines, review the applicable by-law.
Please report all suspected illegal dumping to Service Fredericton at 1+ (506) 460-2020 or service@fredericton.ca.
Yes. Curbside recycling typically results in lower contamination compared to depot use, as materials are collected in a more controlled and consistent manner. CMA is conducting public education across the province to improve recycling awareness and participation.
If you live in a newly amalgamated area of the City of Fredericton, your recycling collection will continue as usual for now. Improvements to recycling pickup in these areas are planned for 2026, with more details to be shared by Circular Materials Atlantic (CMA) in early 2026.
In the meantime, residents should continue using their current monthly waste and recycling services. Items that cannot be collected through regular curbside pickup can be taken to a Capital Region Service Commission (CRSC) Solid Waste Facility for proper disposal.
The recycling bins provided through this program are for residential use only and are not intended for businesses or commercial properties. Businesses should not place materials in these bins.
Business owners are responsible for arranging their own waste and recycling services through a private collection provider or by using an approved Capital Region Service Commission (CRSC) Solid Waste Facility for proper disposal.
Using the appropriate disposal options helps prevent contamination and ensures recycling services remain available and effective for residents.
If you live in a multi-unit residential building, recycling services should already be in place.
CMA is the producer responsibility organization working with Recycling NB to implement and manage New Brunswick’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) recycling system. In support of this program, the City of Fredericton amended by-law W-4 to extend curbside recycling services to all residents.
If your building does not yet have recycling services, tenants are encouraged to contact their property manager or landlord to confirm registration. Property owners and landlords who have not yet registered must do so online with Circular Materials Atlantic to ensure recycling service is provided.
Property owners and landlords are required to register for recycling collection under the City of Fredericton’s updated waste by-law.
Registration ensures curbside recycling service is provided to multi-unit residential buildings and supports the province’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) recycling system. Owners and landlords can learn more about the program and complete registration online with Circular Materials Atlantic.
If your household already has curbside recycling service, no further action is required. Simply continue using your existing blue and grey bins as usual at home. Items that cannot be collected through regular curbside pickup can be taken to a Capital Region Service Commission (CRSC) Solid Waste Facility for proper disposal. Learn more about online with Circular Materials Atlantic.
