Edmonton Garbage & Recycling
Waste collection in Edmonton is provided through the City of Edmonton’s Waste Services system and funded through municipal utility billing.
Your Standard Curbside Service (Most Houses)
Single-family homes receive curbside cart collection.
What you get
When you move in, the property typically includes:
♻️ Recycling collection (blue bags or carts depending on area)
🟢 Food scraps cart (green cart)
🗑️ Garbage cart
Containers remain with the property.
Collection Schedule
Collection varies by neighbourhood but generally includes:
Garbage — every 2 weeks
Recycling — every 2 weeks
Food scraps — weekly
Residents can check schedules using the WasteWise app or online calendar.
Set carts out by 7:00 a.m. on collection day.
Recycling Program
Edmonton uses a single-stream recycling system.
Accepted items
Paper and cardboard
Plastic containers
Glass bottles and jars
Metal cans
Quick tips
Keep recyclables loose or properly bagged where required
Lightly rinse containers
Follow sorting guidance in WasteWise tools
Garbage Collection
Garbage pickup occurs every two weeks.
Garbage rules:
Garbage must be bagged
Lid must fully close
Extra waste may require additional service arrangements
Yard Waste Collection (Seasonal)
Yard waste is collected through the food scraps cart during the growing season.
Accepted yard waste
Leaves and grass
Plants and garden waste
Small branches
Seasonal drop-off depots are also available.
Large Items & Special Waste
Eco Stations & Drop-Off Depots
Accept:
Electronics
Paint and chemicals
Appliances
Household hazardous waste
Some items may require fees.
Compost & Food Waste
Edmonton operates a citywide Food Scraps Program.
Accepted items include:
Food waste
Meat and bones
Coffee grounds
Food-soiled paper
This program significantly reduces landfill waste.
How You Pay for It
Waste collection is funded through a monthly waste utility rate included on EPCOR utility bills.
Rates vary based on garbage cart size.
Relocation Info
Below are links to important information that every homebuyer will find useful when relocating to Edmonton.

