Nova Scotia and Yarmouth are too good to waste. Through our comprehensive provincial waste management strategy, we are utilizing regulation in combination with public outreach, education and engagement, to waste less, recycle more, and reap significant environmental, economic and social benefits. By essentially turning waste from an unpleasant byproduct of modern living into an exploitable resource, our waste management approach is positioning Nova Scotia among world leaders in environmental stewardship. As citizens of Yarmouth, we must make sure we come alongside the province and do our part to recycle.

In Yarmouth, we use a 2 bag system; one for paper products, the other for plastic and metal. These products must follow the guidelines listed below in order to meet regulations.

All recycling for the Town of Yarmouth is processed by Scotia Recycling located at 273 Forest St. next to the Yarmouth Airport.

Place all recyclables in a blue 2-bag system.

BAG # 1
Unsoiled Corrugated Cardboard - flattened, bundled and tied
Newsprint, Phone Books, Magazines, Flyers, Catalogues, Office & Computer Paper, Egg Cartons & Box Board (cereal, cracker, tissue boxes, etc.)
Tim Horton's Coffee Cups

BAG #2
Beverage Containers - liquor containers, pop bottles & tetra packs
Milk Containers – rinse well
Metal & Glass Food Containers (including aluminum foil & plates)
-rinse and remove covers from jars & bottles
-do not leave lids on
Plastics – Recyclable 1 to 7
• Plastic Bags – all sales receipts removed
• Detergent, shampoo and cooking oil containers
• Tim Horton Cup Lids
• Crates, boxes, pails and lids
• Frozen vegetable, bread and milk bags
• Ice cream, margarine, yogurt tubs and ketchup bottles
• Non-Hazardous household cleaner containers
• Motor oil, antifreeze and windshield washer containers (drained, leave caps on)
• Pallet wrap
• Cereal box liners