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Nova Scotia School Registry for Recycling Collection
Expanded recycling services for schools coming in 2025
Circular Materials is excited to expand Nova Scotia’s extended producer responsibility (EPR) recycling program for packaging and paper products to schools starting December 1, 2025, making recycling more accessible for residents.
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
Schools interested in recycling services can register via our online registry, which will be launched on March 1, 2025.
After registration, Circular Materials will use your school information to arrange recycling collection services. The assigned collector will then contact the school to discuss next steps and may schedule a site visit.
Key dates
October 31, 2025: Deadline to register for recycling services to begin on May 1, 2026. School administrators can register using the form below.
May 1, 2026: Recycling services begin.
The registry will remain open and future service cadences will be announced.
Information sessions
Please find below the key resource from our most recent information session:
- Download the presentation here for quick reference and sharing .
Registry communications toolkit
A communications toolkit with materials and resources to promote the registry is available for download. It contains a one-pager overview about timeline and the registry, pre-written social media post with corresponding visuals and hashtags, and digital assets.
We encourage you to share elements of the toolkit with your network and in your community. Please contact us at communications@circularmaterials.ca
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Schools in Nova Scotia who wish to receive curbside recycling services should register. If your school is already receiving recycling collection service through the residential program, you do not need to register.
Public, private, brand-operated schools, and alternative learning centers are all eligible to participate in the program.
You will need to provide school contact details and waste management service details to ensure the smooth setup of recycling services.
After registering, the recycling collector assigned to your region will begin contacting you starting in July 2025 to discuss the next steps and may arrange a site visit.
MFDs can register for recycling services past the May 31st deadline. Future service cadences will be announced for 2026. If you have further questions about deadline or service cadence, please contact NSoperations@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.
By participating, your school(s)will gain access to recycling services, allowing students and staff a convenient and accessible method to recycling materials right at school. Recycling programs contribute towards a more sustainable community, which benefits both people and the planet.