When is garbage and recycling collected? Are there bag limits or sorting rules?

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In the City of Merritt, British Columbia, garbage & recycling rules are set by Solid Waste Collection, Disposal and Control Bylaw 2183, 2015, verified 2026-08-28. Fee: as per Schedule "C" of City of Merritt Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2176, 2015. Collection schedule: one (1) collection, garbage and recycle cans, per week, fifty-two (52) weeks per year. Container or bag limit: approved universal container supplied by the City; additional bags require garbage tag.

collection schedule	one (1) collection, garbage and recycle cans, per week, fifty-two (52) weeks per year	s. 6.3
sorting required	yes	"Residential Solid Waste" ... does not include ... any recyclable materials.
container or bag limit	approved universal container supplied by the City; additional bags require garbage tag	s. 6.1; s. 6.2
accepted or banned	Hot ashes, liquid wastes, tires, oil, fuel, hazardous waste, offensive waste, special waste will not be picked up	s. 5.7; s. 5.8; s. 8.1
fee	as per Schedule "C" of City of Merritt Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 2176, 2015	s. 9.1

Garbage & recycling — Merritt, British Columbia