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;  non-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)

Cottage/Seasonal Community Bins

Cottage/Seasonal community bins have been replaced with temporary bins until a permanent solution is in place. 

Printable Reference Material

Sorting Guide  Click Here










Collection Schedule  Click Here










Collection Map  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

Check Out our new Waste Collection Map Click Here