Service Updates

Last updated: May 15, 2025.

Please be advised that garbage, organics and recyclables collection services will be suspended on Monday, May 19 for Victoria Day. Collection services for that day will be provided Saturday, May 17. Collection services can begin as early as 7 a.m. Residents are asked to place materials curbside before 7 a.m. on collection day to ensure collection.

Due to traffic disruptions to accommodate the Bluenose Marathon, curbside collection of solid waste may be delayed in some areas of Downtown and South End Halifax on Saturday, May 17. If your waste is not collected by 4 p.m. on May 17, recovery will occur on Tuesday, May 20. Residents are asked to place materials curbside prior to 7 a.m. on collection day to guarantee pickup, ensuring items are contained and secured from wildlife.

The Household Special Waste Depot will be closed on Saturday, May 17. A Mobile HSW Depot will be held at Mic Mac Mall on May 17, please find all information here.
graphic showing the service changes for Victoria day. All relevant information is also in the text block below.
If you require a new green cart please call 311.