Will my solid waste and recycling be picked up when my collection day lands on a statutory holiday? What is the garbage collection schedule?

No. The City’s garbage contractor does not work on statutory holidays. Your solid waste and recyclables will be collected the following day. For more information on the collection schedule and routes please review the garbage collection guide

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1. Will my solid waste and recycling be picked up when my collection day lands on a statutory holiday? What is the garbage collection schedule?
2. Why must I have my solid waste carts on the curb before 7:00am on the morning of my collection day? Why can’t I put them on the curb the night before?
3. What is the cost if my carts are lost, broken, or stolen?
4. How do I know which cart is mine if I get them mixed up with the neighbor’s carts?
5. During the winter months, where do I put my cart?
6. What can I put in my recycle cart?
7. Why can’t I put glass in my recycling cart? It is recyclable.
8. Can I get another solid waste or recycling cart if I need more?
9. What if I have a secondary suite in my residence and I want another set of carts?
10. What if I generate more garbage per week than I can put in my garbage or recycling cart?
11. Will the City’s garbage contractor pick up my garbage if the lid is open a little bit?
12. Is my garbage can bear proof?
13. The larger carts are just too big for my needs; are there any smaller sizes of carts that I can get?
14. I am moving to another home in Williams Lake or out of the City completely. What do I do with my solid waste carts?
15. I am moving into a new home in Williams Lake; how do I get a new set of carts?
16. What if I put non-recyclable items into my recycling cart?
17. Can I put anything I want into the garbage cart?