Recycling

Most of what is thrown away could be diverted from landfills by remanufacturing or recycling. Recycling materials not only reduces our impact on the environment by reducing our dependance on raw materials but also creates employment opportunities and extends the life of our landfills.

Provincial recycling programs are overseen by Recycle NB which is  a Crown agency body under the Accountability and Continuous Improvement Act. Recycle NB’s mission is to manage waste reduction programs for designated materials and provide environmental stewardship for New Brunswick. Current programs include:

Some industries offer waste diversion programs for the products they produce. Some programs currently offered in New Brunswick include:

• Automobile batteries: Automobile batteries are subject to a core charge at sale and may be returned to the point of sale for a refund.
• Pesticide containers: Cleanfarms operate a diversion program for unused pesticides, pesticide containers and seed bags.
• Textiles and other household items: Drop off textiles at second-hand stores and bins throughout the province. Other reusable items may be dropped off at second-hand stores.
• Bicycle tires: Can be brought to some local bike shops for recycling.
• Household hazardous waste: Regional Service Commissions offer drop off sites at landfills or though mobile units during specified dates. Contact your local Regional Service Commission or visit their webpage for details.
• Organics: Regional service commissions Southeast, Kent, Kings and Fundy offer curbside programs for organic waste while other provide information for composting at home. Visit your local Regional Commission for details.