Service Updates

Up-to-date collection information

2025 Collection Calendars

Print a collection calendar or get calendar notifications from the HFX Recycles App.

What Goes Where?

Never miss another collection day. Use the Waste Wizard to search What Goes Where, sign up for weekly reminders and service alerts, or print a calendar customized for your address using our web app.

The 3 Rs Online

Pre-recorded webinars are a great way to learn more about the three 'R's: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. These pre-recorded webinars are designed for you to watch anytime, anywhere.

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Household Special Waste Depot

The Household Special Waste (HSW) drop-off depot is operated by a certified contractor and accepts chemical waste generated in your home. Mobile HSW Depots are scheduled on Saturdays between May and October. A full schedule is available on this page.
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Food Isn't Garbage

Learn about reducing food waste and composting leftovers. Do your part by reducing food waste in your home and ensuring all uneaten food ends up in the right place - the green bin!

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Recycling Information

Recycling information for households and apartments receiving curbside collection, apartment buildings, and condos.

Waste Facility Hours

Waste facility hours and rates. Please note hours may change around the holidays.

Events

Halifax Solid Waste staff regularly attend and host events throughout the municipality. If you have an event that you would like our staff to attend please contact us at wasteless@halifax.ca.

Waste Management for Businesses

Businesses (including restaurants, apartment buildings, and institutions) are required to have sorting programs and commercial containers for disposal of blue bag recyclables, paper and cardboard, organic materials, and garbage.