2015-2016RECYCLING

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Prince GeorgeFor more information visit:

www.RecyclingInBC.ca

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COLLECTION SCHEDULE RECYCLING INFORMATION

For more information visit:www.RecyclingInBC.ca/PrinceGeorge

Hart Return-It Centre 6665 Hart Highway, Prince George250-962-9300

P.G. Recycling And Return-It Centre 2614 Petersen Road, Prince George250-561-7475

Find your nearest depot location at www.RecyclingInBC.ca

In May, 2014, businesses that supply packaging and printed paper to BC residents became responsible for collecting and managing these materials so they can be recycled. Multi-Material BC (MMBC), a non-profit organization working on behalf of these businesses, is responsible for residential recycling programs in many areas across BC. MMBC is delivering the program either directly or by working with local governments, First Nations, private companies and not-for-profit organizations. Learn more about MMBC at www.multimaterialbc.ca.

ABOUT MMBC

RECYCLING TIPS NEARBY DEPOTS

Place paper and container recycling at curb by 8:00 a.m.

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Questions?

Contact Emterra Environmental

Email: askmebc2@emterra.caPhone: 250-596-8023Website: www.MyEmterraBC.ca

You can help ensure that more materials are recycled by following these steps:

1. Empty and rinse containers. Containers with contents remaining cannot be recycled and can harm workers or damage machinery. Rinsing helps reduce odours and pests.

2. Add materials loose to the recycling container. Only shredded paper should be inside a see-through plastic bag before being added to recycling.

3. Save space by flattening and squashing boxes and cartons. Containers that held the same contents, for example yogurt pots, can be nested, too.

Please leave recycling at least 2m away from garbage cans to avoid damage to recycling containers.

For more tips, visit www.RecyclingInBC.ca.

Did you know that you can import your collection schedule into your online calendar? If you have a smartphone, you can download our app from your app store by simply searching “Multi-Material BC”.

TYNER BLVD

UN

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Questions?Contact Emterra Environmental Email: askmebc2@emterra.caPhone: 250-596-8023 Website: www.MyEmterraBC.ca

From north side of Foothills BlvdFrom south side of Foothills Blvd From north side of 5th AveFrom south side of 5th Ave From north side of Ferry AveFrom south side of Ferry Ave From east side of Westgate AveFrom west side of Westgate Ave North of Nechako River, and east of Fraser RiverSouth of Nechako River

For information about other collection services please contact your local government.

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RECYCLE AT CURBSIDE OR DEPOT

PAPER

CONTAINERS

Packaging and printed paper accepted for recycling

Newspapers, inserts, flyers, catalogues, magazines, telephone booksPlace loose in container. Remove from plastic wrap.

Household paper, paper gift wrap, greeting cardsBoxboard boxesRemove liners and food. Flatten and place in recycling container.

Moulded boxboard for egg cartons, beverage carry-out trays, etc.Paper bags with single and multiple paper or plastic layers for pet food, flour, etc.

Cores from paper towel and toilet tissueCorrugated cardboardRemove plastic wrap from cardboard flats. Staples and tape OK. If too large for recycling container, flatten and tie in bundles no larger than 8” thick (20cm) x 30” wide (78cm) x 30” tall (78cm). Place beside or between recycling containers.

Shredded paper Place shredded paper in a securely-tied see-through plastic bag (no opaque, coloured, or black bags).

µµ Plastic bags used to cover newspapers/flyersµµ Rubber bandsµµ Hardcover or paperback booksµµ Paper towels, napkins, tissuesµµ Non-paper gift wrap, e.g. foil, ribbons, bowsµµ Musical cards with batteries

µµ Padded envelopesµµ Boxes with wax coating, e.g., grocery shipping boxesµµ Bags with a foil layer, boxes with a foil liner

NOT ACCEPTEDACCEPTEDPlease do NOT include these with recycling

PUT INTO ONE BLUE BOX

PUT INTO ONE BLUE BOX

Plastic or paper take-out cups, bowls, and lidsCartons for soup, milk, sauces, ice cream, etc.Metal cans and lids for foodEmpty aerosol cans and capsMicrowavable bowls and cupsSpiral wound cans and lids for frozen juice concentrate, chips, etc.Aluminum foil wrap, aluminum foil take-out containersPlastic bottles, jugs, jars, tubs, and trays Caps, tops, lids, and pumps Rigid plastic clamshells for baked goods, fruit, eggs, etc.

Plastic garden plant pots and seedling traysPlastic pails, less than 25L, for laundry detergent, pet food, etc.

µµ Glass or foam containersµµ Plastic bags and overwrapµµ Straws, non-paper insulating wrapsµµ Foil-lined cardboard containers and lidsµµ Microwavable bowls with metal rimsµµ Propane tanks or cylindersµµ Containers for paint, motor oil, vehicle lubricants, pesticides or antifreeze productsµµ Aerosol cans with any contents remainingµµ Chip or foil bagsµµ Foil wrap with paper, e.g. butter, cigarettesµµ Stand-up pouchesµµ Liquid absorbing pads

µµ Kitchen stretch wrapµµ Soft packaging for perishable foods, e.g., meat, poultry, fish, cheese, etc.µµ Blister packs, e.g., plastic/foil packaging for chewing gum and pills or plastic/paper packaging for batteries, toothbrushes, etc.µµ Packaging labelled biodegradable or compostableµµ Ceramic pots, lawn edging, tarps, plastic furniture or garden hoses, string or ropeµµ Toysµµ Pails larger than 25Lµµ Coat hangers, pots, pans, baking trays, appliances, hardware, or other scrap metalµµ Wiring, metal cords, or extension cords

Return deposit containers for refund.Include lids with container recycling.

Clear and coloured non-deposit glass bottles and jars

REMEMBER: GLASS µDrinking glasses, dishes, cookware, window glass, mirrors, ceramic products

TAKE TO DEPOT ONLY

TAKE TO DEPOT ONLY

PLASTIC BAGSAND OVERWRAP

FOAMPACKAGING

Plastic bags for groceries, dry cleaning, bread, newspapers, and flyersBags for produce, pre-washed salad, dry bulk foods, and frozen vegetablesOuter bags for diapers, feminine hygiene products, paper towels, tissues, soft drink can flatsBags for water softener salt, wood pellets and garden products

Overwrap on mattresses, furniture and electronic equipment.

µCrinkly cellophane wrap, e.g. for tea, floral arrangements µKitchen stretch wrap µSoft packaging for perishable foods, e.g. meat, poultry, fish, cheese, etc. µ Zipper-lock bags

µChip or snack bags µPlastic shipping envelopes or bubble packaging µPackaging labelled biodegradable or compostable µ Lumber or construction wrap µGarbage bags (any colour)

Remove food residue and liquid-absorbing pads.Remove labels, tape, paper, cardboard.Separate coloured and white foam.

Foam food containers and trays Foam cushion packaging used to protect electronics, small appliances, etc.

µPacking chips, peanuts, foam noodles µBlue or pink foam board insulation µSquishy or flexible foam

REMEMBER:

Empty and rinse containers; labels OK.Remove caps, pumps and lids, place loose in container box.Put metal lids inside cans and squeeze slightly.Return deposit containers for refund.

REMEMBER:

Empty bags of paper receipts and food residue.Cut off or remove metal grommets, rope drawstrings and non-plastic items from plastic bags.Stuff into one bag and tie closed.

REMEMBER:

RECYCLE AT DEPOT ONLY NOT ACCEPTEDACCEPTED

TAKE TO DEPOT ONLY

Find your nearest depot location at www.RecyclingInBC.ca

RECYCLE AT CURBSIDE OR DEPOT

RECYCLE AT CURBSIDE OR DEPOT

Questions?

Contact Emterra Environmental Customer ServiceEmail: askmebc2@emterra.caPhone: 250-596-8023 Website: www.MyEmterraBC.ca

Place paper and container recycling at curb by 8:00 a.m.