Green Bin & Composting
Green Bin
Contact Us
For more information
Call 905-546-2489 or
Email [email protected]
The online request form is currently unavailable. To request a new or replacement green bin, please call 905-546-2489 (CITY).
Leaf and yard waste, including grass clippings, are not accepted in green bins
Green bins should only be used for food scraps and soiled paper products like napkins and pizza boxes.
What Goes in the Green Bin?
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Baked goods and cereals
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Dairy products
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Eggs and eggshells
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Fish, meat and bones
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Fruit (stickers removed)
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Nuts and shells
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Pasta, potatoes, rice and grains
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Vegetables (plastic wrap, rubber bands and labels removed)
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Coffee grounds, filters and tea bags
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Paper napkins, towels and tissues
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Paper plates
Get a new or replacement Green Bin
If you are new to the neighbourhood, or have a broken or damaged green bin, you will need a service number before picking up your bin. You can call 905-546-2489 Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm or request one online.
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Once you have a service number, green bins can be picked up from a Community Recycling Centre.
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You must bring your service number with you in order to pick up your green bin.
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Remember to bring your broken bin before receiving a replacement. A fee may apply.
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Remember to bring ID showing your City of Hamilton residency.
You can pick up your new green bin during the following schedule:
Community Recycling Centres
Hours: Tuesday to Saturday - 10 am to 6 pm
Damaged or broken green bins
Gentle handling of your green bin will help it last longer. If your green bin gets damaged or cracks under normal use, see above on how to get a service number for a replacement. Once you have a service number, green bins can be picked up from a Community Recycling Centre. You must bring your service number with you in order to pick up your green bin. You must bring your broken bin before receiving a replacement. A fee may apply.
Lost or stolen green bins
Write your address on your green bin when you receive it. This will help keep track of it. The City of Hamilton is not responsible for lost or stolen green bins.
Replacement mini bins
The City does not replace mini bins.
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