Holiday Closures: December 24, 26, and 31 all facilities will be closed.
We operate 10 waste recovery facilities across the Eastern region, where residents can dispose of residential waste not accepted through weekly curbside collection services.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Tuesday and Thursday: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Gates close at 3:45 PM to ensure safe offloading and proper site security procedures.
Saturday:
- Morning: 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Afternoon: 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM
- Lunch break/site inspection from 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM (no access during this time).
- Gates close at 3:45 PM to ensure safe offloading and proper site security procedures.
- Before you go, always check our website for the status of facility you want to use. Follow us on Voyent Alert at: http://register.voyent-alert.com.
Waste Recovery Facility Access Cards Are Here!
New Access Card Requirement
Starting April 1, 2025, an access card will be required to enter any ERSB waste recovery facility.
To ensure uninterrupted access, we encourage users to apply for their card and start using it before the grace period ends on March 31, 2025.
Key Information:
- One card, per household, will be provided free of charge.
- There will be no disposal fee for dropping off acceptable waste when using the ERSB access card.
How to Apply for Your Access Card:
- Download the Access Card Application form here.
- Submit your completed form by email to info@ersbnl.ca, along with a proof of identification and address (e.g., photo of driver’s license or any other government-issued ID).
Processing Time: Approved applicants will receive their access cards by mail within 3-4 weeks.
Note: Incomplete applications cannot be processed. We will contact you to let you know what information is missing.
How to Use Your Access Card:
At the facility gate:
- The Site Attendant will scan your card to verify user.
- The materials will be logged, and you will be directed to the appropriate area for unloading.
- Each access card permits up to 16 visits per calendar year to waste recovery facilities. (No change from current policy.)
Lost or damaged cards? Replacements are available for $10, with all data transferred to your new card.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR ACCESS CARDS AND FACILITY USE
For Access Cards:
Single Issue: Only one access card per household will be issued. Replacement cards are available for $10, with all data transferred to new card.
Eligible Properties: Cards will only be issued to owners of eligible properties in the ERSB service area.
Submitted Documents: Copy of government-issued ID will not be retained once card is issued.
Address Information: Address information may be used for billing purposes.
For Facility Use:
Residential use only: Waste recovery facilities are for residential use only.
Commercial Restrictions: Commercial vehicles and commercial waste are not allowed.
Visit Limit: A maximum of 16 visits per calendar year is allowed at our waste recovery facilities.
Prohibited Vehicles: ATVs and double-axle trailers are not permitted at any waste recovery facility.
Material Handling: All materials must be separated onsite and offloaded by hand. Pre-sort your materials for quick and efficient offloading. Expect possible line-ups or delays—please be patient and remain in your vehicle.
Drop-off Guidelines: Follow guidelines for acceptable materials on our website.
Child Safety: Children under 16 must remain inside your vehicle at all times.
Pet Safety: Animals must remain secured inside your vehicle while onsite.
Offloading: Users must follow Site Attendant’s directions for offloading.
Clear Bags: Use clear transparent garbage bags for smaller items to ensure that no unacceptable items are offloaded.
Smoking/Vaping: No smoking or vaping on site.
Gate Closure: Facility gates close 15 minutes before the posted closing time.
Respectful Workplace: All visitors must follow the Government of NL’s Respectful Workplace Program while onsite.
Operating Hours: Before visiting a facility, check our website for operating hours.
Refused Access: Visitors not following Terms and Conditions will be asked to leave facility.
Accepted Items:
- Furniture
- Mattresses
- Appliances (fridges and freezers must have doors/lids removed)
- Scrap metal
- Electronics*
- Tires, including ATV, highway, passenger, light truck and motorcycle (rims must be removed before drop-off)
- Propane tanks (with valves removed)
- Construction and demolition waste (including wood debris and shingles)
- Trees and branches less than 3 meters in length.
Items Not Accepted:
- Black bag garbage
- Recyclables or anything in transparent blue bags
- Organic materials (food, cardboard, books, leaves, grass clippings)
- Footwear, clothing, or textiles (curtains, bedding, fabric)
- Pressurized containers
- Brick and concrete
- Hazardous waste
- Liquids
- Fish nets and ropes
*Electronics Recycling: The Electronic Products Recycling Association (EPRA) has expanded its list of accepted electronics to include small appliances. For a complete list of recyclable electronics, visit the EPRA website. https://recyclemyelectronics.c...
Electronics can also be dropped off at any ERSB waste recovery facility, except Harbour Grace and Cavendish, which do not accept electronic materials.
Wood Chips: Free wood chips may be available for pickup at select locations. Availability is limited and varies by site. For more information, please contact us.
Holiday Closures: December 24, 26, and 31 all facilities will be closed.
Note: Gates will be closed 15 minutes before the facility closes.
Bay Bulls Waste Recovery Facility
Winnonish Rd. (off Route 10)
Tuesday and Thursday, Noon–4:00 p.m. | Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.; 12:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Bell Island Waste Recovery Facility - (note this facility will close on December 16, 2024 and reopen on April 5, 2025)
Off Gilbert Street, Town of Wabana
Tuesday and Thursday, Noon–4:00 p.m. | Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.; 12:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Cavendish Waste Recovery Facility - (note this facility will close on December 16, 2024 and reopen on April 5, 2025)
Route 80, between Cavendish and Heart’s Delight-Islington
Tuesday and Thursday, Noon–4:00 p.m. | Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.; 12:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Clarenville Waste Recovery Facility
Farm Road just beyond Deep Bight
Tuesday and Thursday, Noon–4:00 p.m. | Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.; 12:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Harbour Grace Waste Recovery Facility
Incinerator Rd
Tuesday and Thursday, Noon–4:00 p.m. | Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.; 12:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Old Perlican Waste Recovery Facility
Route 80, between Sibley’s Cove and Old Perlican
Tuesday and Thursday, Noon–4:00 p.m. | Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.; 12:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Placentia Waste Recovery Facility
Route 102, Fox Harbour Rd.
Tuesday and Thursday, Noon–4:00 p.m. | Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.; 12:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Renews-Cappahayden Waste Recovery Facility- Will be closed Tuesday, December 3th
Route 10, between Renews and Cappahayden
Tuesday and Thursday, Noon–4:00 p.m. | Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.; 12:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
St. Joseph’s Waste Recovery Facility - Will be closed on November 26th
Route 94, between St. Joseph’s and O’Donnell’s
Tuesday and Thursday, Noon–4:00 p.m. | Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.; 12:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Whitbourne Waste Recovery Facility
Old Brigus Road in Whitbourne
Tuesday and Thursday, Noon–4:00 p.m. | Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.; 12:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
All residents in the Eastern Region can also use the residential drop-off at Robin Hood Bay.