Public Works & Community services
Sanitation
Garbage, recycling and Major Garbage pickup for Sq’éwqel Community Members, plus drop-off locations for items that cannot be collected curbside.
At a glance
Garbage
Tuesdays, curb by 8:30 AM *
Recycling
Wednesdays, curb by 8:30 AM *
Major Garbage
First and third Thursday of each month (See below for full details)
Questions
Demi Peters, Public Works Administrative Team Lead
* The Sanitation Department will communicate any changes to curbside collection days.
Pickup Schedule
Garbage and Recycling Days
Garbage
Garbage pickup is on Tuesday. If Tuesday is a holiday, garbage moves to Wednesday.
Note: Garbage bags must not be Extra Large. They can be too heavy to lift safely.
Recycling
Recycling pickup is on Wednesday. If Tuesday is a holiday, garbage moves to Wednesday and recycling moves to Thursday.
Note: Please use a lid. Wet recyclables will not be picked up.
Major Garbage
Community Core: first Thursday of every month.
Surrounding Community: third Thursday of every month.
Unless posted otherwise.
Questions About Pickup?
Contact the Public Works Program for schedule questions, Major Garbage and recycling help.
The Team
ShawnRae Gabriel
Sanitation Worker
