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Waste & Recycling

Waste & Recycling

Collects & manages waste, landfills, recycling, & composting programs


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Service description

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Waste & Recycling collects waste, manages landfills and operates waste diversion programs and facilities for waste generators and haulers in our city and the region. We enable you to reduce and remove waste safely from your homes, businesses and communities to protect public health and the environment.

We work collaboratively with you to lead Calgary toward zero waste while achieving the Council approved target of 70 percent diversion across all sectors by 2025. We also provide waste management at city festivals and events. Learn more at About Waste & Recycling Services.

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Service performance

Service cost

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What we heard
You see Waste & Recycling as a strength for our city. You’ve said the environment, affordability and accessibility are the top values for our service. We need to offer predictable service to residents and commercial customers, so we’ve made schedule improvements.
2018 Citizen Satisfaction Survey
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Council direction
Council has approved a waste-diversion target of 70 percent diversion by 2025- a key step in leading Calgary toward zero waste. Our service extends the life of existing landfills, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and recognizes waste as a resource to promote a healthy environment.

We’re focused on financial sustainability through efficiency, value-for-money, continuous improvement, innovation and learning from Calgarians. Customer engagement is a priority to identify and respond to waste and recycling needs.
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