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Community Cleanups

Community Cleanups

Reduce clutter and keep your neighbourhood clean. Community Cleanup events help residents safely dispose of household items that do not fit in their garbage cart, keeping our neighbourhoods cleaner and more tidy.

Information for Community Associations

Partner with us to host a Community Cleanup event to help your residents maintain tidy properties and properly dispose of household items.

Application process

To apply, complete all of the following steps and submit all required documents by Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
 
  • Review, sign and submit the required documents:
  • Complete and submit the application form

All documents and forms must be completed and returned to CommunityCleanups@calgary.ca by Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

Applications are subject to eligibility requirements and available capacity.

What happens after you apply?

  1. The City will review all eligible applications and confirm the Community Cleanup schedule.
  2. Successful applicants will be invited to an information session on April 15, 2026.
  3. Community Associations promote their Community Cleanup event using the provided toolkit.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs) for Community Associations

Do all application documents need to be submitted by the deadline?

Yes. All required documents and forms must be completed and submitted by Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Incomplete or late applications may not be considered.

Can we submit an application if some details are still being finalized?

No. Applications must be complete at the time of submission, including the proposed site map and all required documents.

Will all applications be approved?

No. Applications are subject to eligibility requirements and available capacity. The City will review all eligible applications and confirm the final schedule.

For residents

Community Cleanup events make it easier to dispose of household items that do not fit in your black cart.

Community Cleanups take place across the city from April 25 to October 2026. Events are held on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Community Cleanups are open to all residents, regardless of where you live.

Check back in April for the city-wide schedule.

Community Cleanups are organized and run by community volunteers. Contact your local Community Association for event details or to sign up to volunteer.

How do community cleanups work?

  • Plan ahead. Check the Community Cleanup calendar for upcoming events.
  • Know what’s accepted. Review the list of accepted and non-accepted items before you arrive.
  • Arrive early. Events may reach capacity.

Event organizers may stop accepting vehicles before the event ends if capacity is reached. For example, vehicles may stop joining the line at 1 p.m. to ensure everyone already waiting can unload before the 2 p.m. closing time.

Aggressive behaviour or mistreatment of volunteers and organizers will not be tolerated.

Items we accept

Before attending a Community Cleanup, review the list of accepted and non-accepted items.

Learn more

Community cleanup schedule

The schedule will be posted in April once Community Cleanup dates are confirmed.

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