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Notification

Municipality prepares for impacts of Hurricane Teddy

The Halifax Regional Municipality is closely monitoring Hurricane Teddy as it approaches the region, with impacts expected beginning Tuesday. Service adjustments will continue to be made accordingly. For the latest information on the municipal response, visit Halifax.ca/hurricanes

Efforts to reduce the spread of COVID-19 may impact programs and services referenced on this page. For all COVID-19 municipal service updates, click here.

Green Cart Tips

Tips to reduce green cart nuisances

Halifax Recycles Waste App

Search What Goes Where, sign up for weekly reminders and service alerts, or print a customized collection schedule for your address.

Recycling in apartments and condos

Everything you need to know!

Garbage & recycling for businesses

Signs and resources to set up a business recycling program!

Download the Halifax Recycles app

Download the Halifax Recycles app to search What Goes Where and to set up custom notifications

Education and outreach

Learn more about education and outreach programs

Beyond 3 Rs Program

Nominate an organization going above and beyond with their recycling for our business recognition program.

Recycle right

Paper must be placed in a separate bag from plastic and metal recyclables