Important collection schedule changes

Household waste collection has changed. The city now collects solid waste (garbage) from residents who receive curbside and common pad collection every two weeks.

Check your Collection Calendar now.

1. Bi-weekly collection

Your household garbage is now collected with your blue box every two weeks. Check your Collection Calendar to confirm your collection schedule.

2. New collection days

Your collection day may have changed. Confrm your collection day by checking the Collection Calendar. 

3. Green bin

Year-round weekly pick of the green bin will continue. Get the most of out of your green bin by putting the most into your green bin. Find tips for using your green bin every day.

Making full use of the green bin is the easiest way to adjust to bi-weekly garbage collection. You can place out an unlimited amount of recycling each collection day. Find out more about the City’s solid waste services:

Need a new green bin, black box or blue box?

Are you missing one of your recycling boxes or require another? Find out how to get a replacement.

Waste Explorer

Not sure what waste should go where? Our Waste Explorer will tell you what bin it should go in.

Household Hazardous Waste

If it’s corrosive, flammable or poisonous it’s hazardous waste. These types of products contaminate water and landfills and should never be poured down the drain or put out with your regular garbage. Take it to one of our special depots.

Disposal of special items

Find out how to get rid of special items such as bulky furniture and electronic waste.