Waste & Recycling Services

Shepard Landfill entrance now located on 68 Street S.E.

To accommodate the widening of 52 Street S.E., the entrance to Shepard entrance has been relocated to 68 Street S.E.

We are committed to protecting our environment. Please find below program updates and information to keep Calgary clean and green. Together we are making a difference.

	Construction and Demolition Waste Diversion The City wants to encourage more recycling of construction and demolition waste. Since Nov. 1, 2009, commercial customers to City landfills are charged $105 per tonne for designated materials including concrete, brick and masonry block, asphalt and metal. The City has also launched a construction and demolition waste diversion pilot at Spyhill Landfill to provide recycling opportunities for wood, asphalt shingles, drywall and cardboard.
	2009 Leaf & Pumpkin Composting program - EXTENDED to Nov. 15, 2009 You now have more time to recycle your leaves and pumpkins. The 2009 program has been extended to Nov. 15, 2009. During the Annual Leaf & Pumpkin Composting Program, you can recycle your bagged leaves and pumpkins. Just take them to any of the specially marked seasonal Leaf and Pumpkin drop-off locations or City Landfills throughout Calgary. The Leaf & Pumpkin Composting Program is for residential use only.
	Blue Cart recycling is here. The City of Calgary provides weekly Blue Cart recycling service to single-family households up to and including fourplexes. All recyclables go in one cart—no more sorting—and plastics 1-7 are included. Collection is on the same day and location as regular garbage collection (front street or back lane).
	Don't get stuck holding the bag Protect yourself and others by safely disposing of your trash. Sharp objects, overweight bags and hazardous materials create safety concerns for everyone. Help your waste collector keep Calgary clean by setting out your garbage in a safe manner.
	Household Chemical Drop-Off Program Waste & Recycling Services with the Calgary Fire Department, offers year-round chemical drop-off depots. Residents can take their household chemicals free of charge to any of The City landfill Throw N' Go areas or designated fire stations with special storage depots.
	Community Recycling Depots All 50 Community Recycling Depots in Calgary have been converted to no sorting! All depots also accept plastics #1-7 (excluding polystyrene).