When is my glass bin picked up?
Glass is collected manually every 2 weeks, on the same day as your curbside recycling pick-up. Please refer to your 2025 collection calendar for your collection dates by signing up for the app or checking out your Collection Schedule.
When does glass collection begin?
Glass collection service begins on Monday June 2nd, 2025.
Where do I place my glass bin for collection?
The grey bin goes beside your collection carts, with 1 metre between the carts and the bin to allow for safe cart collection. Do not place your grey bin on top of your carts. Please also ensure that your bin is visible and not hidden behind carts or objects for efficient collection.
What glass products are allowed in the grey bin?
All glass packaging including jars and bottles will be collected. Lids must be removed and placed in the blue cart. Glass must be rinsed clean but labels may be left on. Refundable glass bottles can be returned to a participating bottle depot, however, should you wish to forgo your deposit refund, you may include refundable beverage containers in your grey bin. Unaccepted items will not be collected.
What glass products are NOT allowed in the grey bin?
- Broken Glass
- Lids
- Plastic Bags
- Light Bulbs and Light fixtures
- Dishes & Cookware
- Ceramics or Metal
- Drinking glasses, windows and mirrors
Can I put broken glass into my bin?
No - your bin will not be collected if it contains broken glass. Instead, please secure broken glass inside a plastic bag and place into your black garbage cart.
Can I keep the lids on my jars and bottles?
No - please recycle glass bottle and jar lids in the blue recycling cart.
Can I get an extra grey bin?
One 27L bin will be more than enough for most serviced properties. However, if your household uses more glass you may request a second container after September 1st, 2025
What if my bin isn't full?
The grey bin does not have to be full to be collected. You can put out what glass you have on your collection day.
What if I have too much material to fit in the bin?
Please don't overfill your bin or it may not be collected. If you have extra glass, it can be taken to a recycling depot or put out on your next collection day.
Why haven't I received my glass bin yet?
Glass bin delivery is scheduled to take place from March to May, with phased deliveries occurring on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. All residents should receive their grey bin by May 19, 2025. If you have not received your grey bin by May 19th, please contact the City at 604-864-5640 or email waste@abbotsford.ca
How do I replace my lost or damaged glass bin?
If your bin is damaged or lost, please contact us to request a new one at 604-864-5640 or email waste@abbotsford.ca
Why is glass collected separately from other recyclables?
Glass can easily break during collection. When broken glass mixes with paper and other containers, it becomes difficult to properly sort, and therefore recycle, these materials. Separating glass at curbside or delivering glass to depots helps ensure that more of it—and more of the other material—is recycled. That’s why Recycle BC asks that residents sort glass into its own container, separate from other recyclables at curbside.
Where does my recycled glass end up?
Recycled glass is used to create new glass bottles, sandblasting materials and construction materials here in BC. Glass can be recycled endlessly without any loss in purity or quality, making it a great circular economy material.
Can I opt out of glass collection?
The cost of the glass bin and bi-weekly glass collection service is integrated into the solid waste utility fee for all residents. There is no option to opt out of glass service. Consistent with the green, blue and black cart program all residents will be charged an annual utility rate for all solid waste services (including glass) regardless of how frequently they place the grey bin or carts out for collection.
