Garbage, Compost and Recycling

2025 Waste Collection Schedule - Effective January 2, 2025

2025 ROLL OUT SCHEDULE (PRINTABLE VERSION)
2025 WASTE COLLECTION AREA MAP (PRINTABLE VERSION)

Contracted Service

The Town of Olds contracts Empringham Disposal for Residential Roll Out Bin Collection.

How Do I Use My Bin?

• Roll it out by 7:00 AM
• Leave 3 feet of clear space around the cart 
• Close the lid 
• Have the wheels of the cart on the curb (front of the house) or wheels of the cart clear of the fence in the alley
• Be free of contamination (i.e. items in the wrong cart or are not prepared properly)

What Happens If My Bin Is Damaged Or Stolen?

All bins are the property of the Town of Olds. It is your responsibility to ensure that your bin is kept secure. If your bin is damaged beyond repair during collection while out on your Collection Day, we will replace it at no direct charge to you. However, if you cause / allow the damage or if your bin is stolen, you will be required to pay for a replacement.

Was Your Bin Missed On Pickup Day?

If your bin met all requirements but was not collected, please call Empringham Disposal at 403-392-3870 with your name, address, phone number, and colour of bin missed. 

Parking on Collection Day

If you live in a cul-de-sac, please parallel park with passenger side wheels to the curb on waste collection days.  

This helps collection trucks reach your carts and turn around safely in the cul-de-sac.

To reach the bins, collection trucks need to be within 3 meters (10 feet) of the bin. This can be difficult when a vehicle is angle parked near the bin.

Additional Bins

Additional waste bins are available for residences. There is a one-time fee of $92 for a bin of any color.

Monthly fees based on bin color are as follows:

• Black: $10 per month
• Green: $3 per month
• Blue: $3 per month

Call 403-507-4820 or email utilities@olds.ca to order your bin.

Unwanted extra bin? With changes to the waste schedule, some residents may have an extra bin that is no longer required. Call 403-507-4820 or email utilities@olds.ca to return your bin.