All the Holiday Things

We know there is a lot of information to take in over the holiday season, so we put together this page to be your one-stop shop for all the holiday things!
We know there is a lot of information to take in over the holiday season, so we put together this page to be your one-stop shop for all the holiday things!

Curious about Cart Collection

If your regular cart collection day falls on a Thursday, your collection day will be changing for December 25 and January 1. Here’s your new schedule:

Regular collection/Neighbourhood Collection day week of December 25 Collection day week of January 1
Thursday, Zone 1: Clearview Friday, December 26 (Black Cart) Friday, January 2 (Blue and Green Carts)
Thursday, Zone 1: Eastview Monday, December 29 (Black Cart) Monday, January 5 (Blue and Green Carts)
Thursday, Zone 1: Michener Hill East, Garden Heights Tuesday, December 30 (Black Cart) Tuesday, January 6 (Blue and Green Carts)
Thursday, Zone 2: Morrisroe Monday, December 29 (Blue and Green Carts) Monday, January 5 (Black Cart)
Thursday, Zone 2: Anders Tuesday, December 30 (Blue and Green Carts) Tuesday, January 6 (Black Cart)

*All other cart collection schedules are unchanged.

Print your cart collection schedule:

Make the most of your carts by sorting waste into the right carts. Each year, we get questions about what common holiday items go into which cart, so we’ve made it a little easier for you this year with the list below. If you have a question about an item not on this list, use our waste sorting tool.

Where does it go?

Find out which cart is the best place for your waste by typing in the name of the item here:

Blue Cart Green Cart Black Cart
Plastic containers #1-7 Real tree (chopped into small pieces to fit) Plastic bags/film from packaging
Envelopes Real tree branches/wreaths (wire ring and decorations removed) Fake trees/garland/wreaths
Cardboard Festive live plants (pots, cards and any plastic tags removed) Decorations/glass and ceramic ornaments
Cardboard boxes Leftover food Wrapping paper/Tissue paper
Cans Turkey carcasses Ribbon
  Food-soaked paper towels Styrofoam
  Facial tissues Packing peanuts
  Gingerbread houses Parchment paper
    Zip ties/Twist ties
    Clear plastic packaging
    Tinsel
    Gift bags
    Greeting cards
    Bubble wrap
    Christmas lights

Do you know batteries and used electronics can be dropped off for FREE at the Waste Management Facility? The Waste Management Facility is located at 1709 – 40 Avenue (south of 19 Street on the east side of 40 Avenue) and is open Monday to Saturday from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. They are closed on Christmas Day and New Years Day.

Find Facility Hours

Other City facilities and services have adjusted hours and schedules during the holidays. Here’s what you need to know and where you can find some more information if you have any questions.

Whether you're the type that is ready to get rid of the real Christmas tree on Boxing Day, or it takes you a few weeks to pack it all up - we've got you covered.

Real Christmas Tree Drop-off Locations

From December 26 to January 31, drop off your real Christmas Tree at one of the following locations (listed A-Z), and our Parks crews will collect them, mulch them, and repurpose them throughout the community.
Please make sure to remove all decorations (including tinsel strands!) from the tree.

  • Bower: East side of Barrett Dr - by powerline
  • Clearview Ridge: Carrington Dr - northwest corner of recreation site
  • Davenport: Dempsey St - southeast corner of recreation site
  • Downtown: Northeast corner of Recreation Centre's south parking lot
  • Eastview Estates: Ellenwood Drive - southeast corner of rec site
  • Ironstone: Inglewood Dr - southeast corner of rec site
  • Kentwood West: Kendrew Dr - southwest of recreation site (by Kent St)
  • Normandeau: Niven St - north side between Nance Ave and Gaetz
  • Oriole Park: Overdown Dr - north of Ohio Close
  • Vanier: East side of Viscount Drive - by powerline
  • West Park: Cronquist Dr & 60 Ave - southeast corner

Stay Safe

Real trees are beautiful, fragrant and they save on year-round storage in your home. If you’re purchasing a real tree this year, be fire smart! Almost a third of Christmas tree fires are caused by electrical problems. There are steps you can take to prevent tree fires.

  • Pick a tree whose needles don't fall off when touched.
  • Cut two inches off the trunk base.
  • Keep the tree at least three feet away from heat sources (e.g., fireplace, heat vent).
  • Water your tree daily.
  • Replace broken cords or loose bulb connections.
  • NEVER use lit candles to decorate the tree.
  • Always turn off tree lights before leaving home or going to bed.
  • When removing your tree from your home, do not store the tree against your home or garage, as this poses a fire risk.