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We are participating in the expanded Alberta e-waste pilot program!
This means, in addition to the existing eligible items listed below, select transfer station locations will also be accepting other electronic gadgets; such as small appliances, audio visual, telecom, power and air tools, games, toys and music related items for recycling. The tentative end date of this pilot program is September 2022.
When dropping off e-waste

Simply inform our staff at participating locations you have e-waste and you will be directed to the appropriate place on site for disposal. 

Please note:
  • Vacuum cleaners must have emptied canisters/bags prior to disposal.
  • Deep fryers should have oil removed.
 Participating locations
  • Parkland County Transfer Station
  • Kapasiwin Transfer Station
  • Seba Beach Transfer Station

For more information on these locations, visit our transfer station page.

For a complete list of accepted items, visit the Alberta e-waste pilot program page.

Questions or concerns? Please email ePilot@albertarecycling.ca

Brush and Branches -  Update July 27, 2021

Due to capacity, all County transfer stations are not able to accept brush and branches at this time.

Please note: brush is not accepted at the PCTS (Range Road 11) site due to Construction.

Parkland County does not offer curbside waste and recycling pick-up for residents (except in the hamlet of Entwistle, see below for details). You can drop off your regular household waste and recyclables at no charge at any of the transfer stations with a solid waste disposal card - you must show this card to the site operator before you can get rid of your waste.

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Due to global recycling changes:

Certain items will no longer be accepted in blue bag recycling at any of our transfer stations.

Effective September 3, 2019.

Download the "What Goes Where?" cheat sheet

What can I do to help?

Think about how you purchase, use and dispose of various products. Always remember that reduce, reuse, recycle is listed in order of priority:

  • Reduce
    • Reduce use of single use items – such as cups, straws and containers
    • Be mindful by purchasing products with less packaging
    • Use reusable bags when shopping
  • Reuse
    • Use reusable lunch containers, coffee mugs, shopping bags, etc.
    • Get items second-hand

    • Fix what you can before replacing items

    • Donate items you no longer use to charity

Waste categories

Learn more about Parkland County's garbage and recycling services by visiting transfer stations for their locations, hours and lists of acceptable waste materials.

Parkland County residents must present their solid waste disposal card to dispose of waste free of charge. Exceptions are indicated where costs may apply.

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Automotive waste

oil containers | oil filters | tires | used oil

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Blue bag recycling

Global recycling changes have unfortunately affected which items can and cannot go into blue bag recycling.

"What Goes Where?" cheat sheet

accepted items
 All items must be clean and free of liquid, food, or dirt:
  • Hard/rigid plastic containers, tubs and bottles – no lids or caps 
    • detergent, condiment or shampoo bottles; margarine and yogurt containers; ice cream pails
  • Tin food cans (clean and in original shape)
  • Magazines, newspaper, flyers and catalogues
  • Office paper, envelopes, craft paper
  • Books with front and back covers removed
  • Wrapping paper (no foil), greeting cards (decorations removed)
  • Boxboard
    • cereal, cracker, cookies, tissue boxes
  • Cardboard, flattened
unacceptable items
  • Soft/flexible plastics
    • clamshell containers for berries, salads, bakery items, etc.
  • Single use plastic cups
    • pudding, applesauce, to-go yogurt, etc.
  • Plastic bags, film and wrap
    • grocery bag, food wrap, re-sealable bags, etc.
  • Glass, including jars and other materials
  • Tetra Paks without deposit
    • soups, broth, liquid egg, etc.
  • Styrofoam
    • packaging material, meat tray, take-out containers, etc.
  • Small metal items
    • coat hanger, nails, broken household items, etc.
  • Plastic packaging from toys, food and household items 
    • fruit and vegetable bags, cereal box liners, pet food bags, plant pots, etc.
  • Single use plastic items
    • cutlery, straws, coffee pods, etc.
  • To-go cups, lids or caps
    • drink cups, lids and straws, etc. – most paper coffee cups can go in the green organics cart
  • Ceramics
  • Diapers
  • Electronics
  • Lids of any kid
  • Miscellaneous plastic without plastics identification number
  • Soiled paper
  • Toxic items, sharps (e.g., needles, broken glass)

Commercial/construction waste

Charges will apply for the following items:

carpet | commercial yard waste | drywall | fences | metal | non-County resident waste | shingles | small concrete | wood/pallets

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Electronics recycling

computers | computer monitors | keyboards | computer mouse/cables | laptops | microwaves | TVs

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Flourescent bulbs

Fluorescent light bulbs and compact fluorescents in the original package if possible.

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Grass and leaves

Resident grass and leaves only.

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Household hazardous waste

aerosol cans | batteries (household and vehicle) | other household hazardous waste | paint | propane tanks |

pesticide and fertilizer containers (only accepted at Tomahawk and Parkland County Transfer Station sites)

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Household waste

 ashes (cold) | bagged household waste | small furniture | styrofoam and rubber | single use plastics, film and clamshell plastics | non-reusable glass | single-use packaging | fabric | bagged pet waste

 appliances
  • any large appliances are accepted, including refrigerated appliances such as fridges, freezers, water coolers and air conditioners
  • a maximum of two appliances can be dropped off per visit

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Mixed paper recycling

flattened box board (cereal boxes, pasta boxes, etc.), corrugated cardboard | brown paper bags | magazines, newspapers, flyers | office paper and envelopes | shredded paper | wrapping paper

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Mixed waste

Charges apply for mixed loads of household waste and commercial construction waste.

Scale operators make the final decision on whether waste is normal household or commercial/construction waste.

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Organics

food waste | food soiled paper (including pizza boxes, coffee filters) | paper coffee cups | plant/grass clippings and leaves | shredded paper

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Tree trimmings

Charges may apply.

Acceptable items include tree trimmings and branches under 12cm in diameter (charges apply for pieces 12cm or larger in diameter - i.e. tree stumps). 

Currently we are not able to accept Brush and Branch loads. 

See Brush and Branches update at the top of the page for details.

Please note:

Loads of normal household waste and commercial/construction waste will be charged as construction/commercial waste and fees will apply. Transfer Station operators will make the final decision on whether waste is considered normal household waste or commercial/construction waste.


Entwistle curbside pick-up

Curbside pick-up is available for residents in the hamlet of Entwistle. Pick-up occurs on Wednesdays every week.

To allow for the best service, please follow these guidelines:

  • Please have garbage out by 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday mornings
  • Garbage is in a secure receptacle (cart or can)
  • The receptacle should be in plain sight and easily accessible for the driver, near the road or alley way
  • For the safety of our operators please keep bags of garbage manageable in both size and weight (under 19.5 kgs or 44 lbs)
  • Ensure sharps, such as broken glass, are disposed of safely in a secure and sturdy disposable container

Entwistle Spring Clean-up 2021

Unfortunately, the annual Entwistle Spring Clean Up will not be taking place this year.

If you live in Entwistle and have large items you need to dispose of, you can bring them to the Moon Lake Transfer Station. For a full list of what is accepted and their operating hours, please visit the transfer stations page.

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