Recycling Depot - Circular Materials

“Your recycling program is now managed by Circular Materials, a national not-for-profit organization that is committed to building an efficient and effective recycling system in the Yukon.

Click here to visit Circular Materials’ website.”

Exciting Updates for the Yukon’s Recycling Program!

Starting November 1st, Circular Materials will be taking the lead in managing your residential recycling program. This transition brings fresh opportunities to enhance our community’s ongoing commitment to sustainable practices. Residents can look forward to the same reliable service, with added benefits like improved efficiency and a stronger focus on environmental stewardship.

We’re here to ensure a smooth transition, so there’s nothing you need to do—just keep recycling as usual! Stay tuned for more updates and thank you for helping keep the Yukon green!

What does this transition mean and what is changing?

In 2024, the Yukon Government approved the Circular Materials Stewardship Plan which outlines the EPR program for packaging and paper products in the territory.

Historically, the Yukon’s recycling programs were operated by communities who were responsible for paying the full costs of the program. Now, under the EPR regulation, the Yukon is transitioning to a new model where producers – the organizations that produce the products and packaging – are 100% responsible for operating and funding the program.

Residents who use either the depot or curbside recycling programs will be able to recycle the same materials across the Territory.

Additional materials such as foam packaging, glass containers, flexible plastic packaging and aerosol containers will be added to the collection system in 2027.