County Waste Information
PLEASE NOTE THE 2021 WASTE GUIDE MAP IS INCORRECT. THERE IS NO CHANGE TO THE 2021 COLLECTION SCHEDULE. A CORRECTED GUIDE WILL BE IN THE MAIL SHORTLY.
Future Holiday Collection
Waste collection on Dec 25 will be cancelled, the alternate collection day is Monday Dec 28, 2020.
Waste collection on January 1 will be cancelled, the alternate collection day is Monday Jan 4, 2021.
Recycle Coach App and Web Based Tool Click Here
Annapolis County Householder’s Sorting Guide/Collection Map Schedule – to view a printable PDF Click Here
Interactive Waste Collection Map
The Waste Collection map has been compiled based on the most recent information available, however, errors or omissions may occur. To confirm collection days or for further information on waste disposal and collection within the Municipality, contact the County of Annapolis at waste@annapoliscounty.ca
Interactive Waste Map Click Here
General Waste Information
Garbage rules remain the same (Blue Bag 1 – paper & paper products; Blue Bag 2 – recyclables, cans, plastics, cartons, foam polystyrene products; 3 Clear Bags and 1 Black bag – all other garbage). Please ensure your waste is sorted appropriately to avoid being left behind.
Some Reasons Garbage Wasn’t Picked Up
Too many black bags; too many clear bags; garbage out late to curb; recyclables unclean; paper and recyclables in same bag; recyclables in clear bag; non-compostables in compost receptacle; materials frozen to ground/receptacle; cardboard not bundled properly; bags too heavy (up to 15kg); obstacles preventing pick up (snow, vehicles etc)
Household Hazardous Waste
A product is considered Household hazardous waste (HHW) if it bears one of the following symbols poison, corrosive, flammable or explosive. HHW cannot be disposed of in your regular garbage, these items require special disposal. Some examples are:
- Propane tanks (large & small)
- Fluorescent light bulbs
- Motor oil & other automotive fluids
- Pool chemicals
- Pesticides
- Batteries (rechargeable & non-rechargeable)
- Paints, stains, finish
Printable Reference Material
Compost Cart Tips and Tricks Click Here
Holiday Sorting Guide Click Here
Sorting Guide Click Here