Residential Garbage
Garbage Collection Service:
Each residential dwelling is allowed one (1)standard container per week. A standard container means a non-corrosive, durable garbage can, not exceeding 77 litres (17 gallons) in size, a plastic garbage bag not greater than 60 cm x 90 cm (24" x 36") with sufficient strength to resist ripping or tearing. The City has NOT reduced the allowable size limit. Over the years residents have purchased garbage cans in excess of the allowable size limit.
No can or bag may exceed 25 kg. (55 lbs)
If you have more garbage than allowed:
You may purchase a Tag a Bag sticker for garbage beyond the allowable limit. Garbage cans or bags that have the garbage sticker (Tag a Bag stickers) attached will be picked up. Extra garbage stickers cost $3.00 each (non-refundable) and are available at City Hall, 216 Mackenzie Ave.Collection Guidelines:
Garbage must be contained in cans in tied garbage bags. Residents are responsible for garbage scattered due to animals, birds or weather.All table and kitchen garbage, all wet garbage, floor sweepings, sawdust, cold ashes or other granular materials must be placed in a tied garbage bag prior to disposal.