Garbage, Organics, and Recycling
Events and Initiatives
Back Alley Collection Returns June 5, 2023
The Front Curb Collection in Meridian Heights, St. Andrews and the area west of 48th Street and south of CN Rail tracks will return to the Back Alley on June 5, 2023.
Winter Front Curb Collection Survey Closed
Thank you to all impacted residents who shared their perspectives. If you have any questions, contact Public Works at 780-963-2469 or by email.
Collection Schedule
Garbage (grey cart) is collected every two weeks according to zone. Organics (green cart) is collected every week during the spring and summer and every two weeks during the fall and winter. Blue bag recycling is collected every week.
Garbage, organics, and recycling must be put out before 7 a.m. on your collection day. Your cart lid must be completely closed and there must be at least one metre of clearance on all sides.
You do not need to arrange collection services. The Town will set up your service automatically.
Download the Recycle Coach App for your weekly schedule and notifications or subscribe to schedule changes.
Wondering what goes where? View our handy recycling guide.
Rotary Recycling Centre |
4505 50 Avenue HoursThe recycle center is accessible 24/7 for the following collectable items.
Other materials are secured when the facility is unattended. It is recommended to not leave personal electronics outside of the secured containers when the Recycle Centre is unattended. The attendant's schedule is available here. Acceptable Waste Materials
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Parkland County Transfer Station and Recycle Centre |
52514 Range Road 11 South of Highway 16A on Range Road 11 (780) 968-8888 HoursMonday CLOSED Tuesday 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Wednesday 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Thursday 8 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. Friday 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Sunday CLOSED PaymentDetermined by weight. Cash, credit, and debit payments available Acceptable waste materials
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FAQs
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The following items CAN be placed in your blue recycle bag for collection:
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The following items can NOT be placed in your blue recycle bag:
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Why is shredded paper not allowed in blue bags? |
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Why do the caps and lids need to be removed from containers? |
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Why can’t my Tim Horton’s cup be placed in the blue bag or organic bin? |
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Why can’t I put glass in my blue bag? I thought it was recyclable? |
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How can I wash my recycling and save water? |
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If plastic has a recycle symbol on it, is it always recyclable? |
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How can I help stop manufacturers from using plastic clam shells? |
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What can we do to reduce our waste? |
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