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New Brunswick Multi-Family Dwelling Recycling
Expanded recycling services for multi-family dwellings
Circular Materials is continuing to expand New Brunswick’s extended producer responsibility (EPR) recycling program for packaging and paper products to multi-family dwellings (MFDs), making recycling more accessible for residents across the province.
For the latest updates, refer to our FAQ section below, which will be regularly updated with common questions and program details.
How the program works
MFD property owners and managers who are interested in recycling services can register via our online registry.
Once registered, your MFD information will be shared with Circular Materials’ recycling collector for the respective region or sector.
The recycling collector will then contact the property owner or manager to discuss next steps and may arrange a site visit.
Key dates
If you have registered with Circular Materials by October 31, 2026, Circular Materials’ service providers will be contacting the registrants to discuss next steps.
If you have already registered with Circular Materials, no further action is required.
The next registry cadence is as follows:
- May 31, 2027: Deadline to register for recycling services to begin on November 1, 2027.
- November 1, 2027: Recycling service begins.
The registry will remain open and future service cadences will be announced.
Information sessions
Please review the following resources from the information sessions:
Registry Communications Toolkit
A communications toolkit with materials and resources to promote the registry is available for download. It contains a one-page overview about the registry, social media visuals, and digital posters.
We encourage you to share elements of the toolkit with your network and in your community. We are open to collaborating on joint communications. Please contact us at communications@circularmaterials.ca
Download the communications toolkit
Registry Form
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Property owners or managers of MFDs in New Brunswick who wish to receive curbside recycling services should register. If your building is already receiving recycling collection service through the residential program, you do not need to register.
A “facility” (Multi-family) is a building or part of a building with multiple separate residential units, like an apartment building or a condo. It does not include places meant for visitors, such as hotels.
If you own or manage multiple properties, please complete the registration form by entering the addresses for each building. The form allows up to 25 entries per submission. If you own more than 25 properties, you will need to submit an additional form.
Once submitted, our team will review your information and follow up if additional details are required. For any questions, please contact NBoperations@circularmaterials.ca
You will need to provide property owner contact details, registered business number and building information to ensure the smooth setup of recycling services.
The registration deadline is May 31, 2027, for service delivery start date November 1, 2027. The assigned recycling collector will begin contacting property owners or managers in the months following May 31 to discuss the next steps and may arrange a site visit.
If you have already registered with Circular Materials, no further action is required.
MFDs can register for recycling services past these deadlines. The deadlines are shown under the Key Dates section. If you have further questions about deadlines, please contact NBOperations@circularmaterials.ca.
If you choose not to provide consent for the collection and use of your personal information, we will not be able to process your registration for recycling services under the EPR program. The information collected is essential for managing service delivery and fulfilling regulatory obligations. If you have any concerns or would like more information about how your data will be used, please contact us at privacy@circularmaterials.ca.
This webpage will serve as the central hub for all information related to the MFDs recycling program. It will be regularly updated with the latest details, deadlines, and guidance.
Joining the EPR program allows property owners, managers, and residents in MFDs (MFDs) to play a key role in improving recycling outcomes across New Brunswick. By participating, you will:
– Increase recycling participation within your property, making it easier for everyone to recycle.
– Reduce contamination in recycling streams, ensuring more materials are properly processed and recycled.
– Contribute to sustainability by creating a cleaner, more efficient recycling system that benefits both the environment and the community.
This program helps make recycling easier and more effective for everyone.