Bulk waste will be collected Sept. 27-Oct. 1

Riverview residents will be able to dispose of large and bulky waste on their regular collection day between September 27 and October 1.  This is an opportunity to get rid of furniture, appliances, electronics, yard waste, etc. Tires will not be collected.

Remember, you can also donate gently-used furniture and household items to EnviroPlus (853-7722) and Habitat for Humanity ReStore (384-4664).

Rules for bulk waste collection:

• Items must be placed at the curb before 6 a.m. on regular collection day and no earlier than Saturday, September 25
• Branches and tree limbs (no greater than 2.5 cm or 1 inch in diameter) must be securely bundled and no longer, taller or wider than 60 cm (2 feet).
• Each bag must weigh less than 18 kg (40 lb)
• Household hazardous waste presents a danger to collectors and will not be picked up at the curb. This includes batteries, cooking oil, aerosols, paint, light bulbs, fertilizers, chemicals, CFL bulbs, propane tanks, etc.

Eco360’s Mobile Eco-Depot

Eco360 accepts household hazardous waste, residential construction waste, appliances, furniture, tires and more through its Mobile Eco-Depot. The service is available to on a weekly basis and rotates between all communities in the south-eastern region. For more information, visit www.eco360.ca or call 506-877-1040.