Non-Residential Recycling

Yellow Box Non-Residential Roadside Collection Program

Important changes beginning Jan. 1, 2026

The Yellow Box Non-Residential Roadside Collection Program is changing. Here is what you can expect:

What is changing

  • Collection will change from weekly to every other week.
  • Your collection day may change. Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, you can view your updated collection schedule using the Waste Wise tool.
  • Collection will be provided for up to two 360-litre carts per registered participant/establishment.
  • Existing participants will receive their new carts between Dec. 29, 2025, and Jan. 2, 2026.
  • Recycling will no longer be collected from yellow boxes or large yellow containers. These containers may be repurposed or dropped off at an approved recycling location.
  • Only approved recycling carts may be used for roadside collection.

What is staying the same

  • Yellow Box Program recycling collection continues to be provided by the City.
  • For Yellow Box Program questions, including missed collection, contact 311.
  • Accepted recycling materials can be checked using the Waste Wise tool.
  • The 2026 annual collection fee is $123.

New Applicants: How to register for the Yellow Box program

If your non-residential unit, such as a hair salon, church or small retail location, generates small amounts of recycling, the Yellow Box program may be appropriate for your needs. The program allows registered non-residential establishments to place up to two 360-litre carts at the roadside every other week. Participation in the program requires registration, review and acceptance.

Fill out the appropriate Yellow Box program form:

The annual program fee is $123 for businesses. There is no charge for non-profits or charities. For help determining what can be recycled, consult the Waste Wise tool. For more information, contact 311.

If your business produces large amounts of recycling, you may bring recycling to the Recycling Centre depot at 1825 Frobisher St., which is open daily from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Recycling is accepted at no charge. Recycling may also be delivered to the diversion area at your nearest landfill site, provided it is separated from other waste. No tipping fee applies for sorted recycling. You may also contact a private recycling company for collection services, or speak with your current cardboard recycling provider about collecting additional recyclable materials.
 

Downtown Sudbury Waste Collection

For information specific to downtown properties, see the Downtown Sudbury Waste Collection page.