What goes in which bag? 

Recyclables like paper, cardboard, metals, milk & juice cartons, Styrofoam, small electronics, and plastics all belong in blue transparent bags. 

Organics and compostable waste like food scraps and yard waste belong in green transparent or transparent certified compostable bags. 

All other waste that is not hazardous belongs in clear transparent bags. 

  

Our Sorting Guide is available for download HERE. There is also a sorting tool available on our website and our app. If you would like a hard-copy Sorting Guide, please contact us at reception@nbse.ca or 877-1040.