NEW*:As of June 1st, 2024 there are some changes to electronics recycling with EPRA Nova Scotia. Visit EPRA or download the EPRA List for more info.
Our curbside collection program is Valley Waste’s solution to waste reduction, waste diversion and the proper disposal of unwanted material. Valley Waste currently collects 381kg per capita annually versus the provincial average of 399kg per capita and continues to work on ways to help our residents reduce their waste output. Click on our menu below to find out more.
COLLECTION AREAS FOR KINGS AND ANNAPOLIS COUNTIES
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, sorting and collection within the Municipality, contact Valley Waste Resource Management at info@vwrm.com or call the Hotline on 1-877-927-8300 (902-679-1325).
Click on the link to access the Annapolis and Kings Counties Interactive Collection Map!
COLLECTION GUIDELINES
COLLECTION BEGINS AT 7:00 A.M.
Collection occurs every two weeks. Please have your GREEN CART, GARBAGE and BLUE BAGS curbside by 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. Check our website, social media, Recycle Coach app or Valley Waste Calendar for holiday pickup changes and important collection information.
SORTING IS MANDATORY
Only properly sorted materials will be accepted. Improperly sorted materials will be tagged and rejected. Refer to our sorting guide or download the Recycle Coach app from the Google Store or Apple Store for FREE!
ACCESS GUIDELINES
Roads must be accessible for collection trucks, have a good solid base to accommodate their weight, and have a suitable turning area. If access is restricted, your road, collection may occur at the closest serviceable road or may be postponed.
Call us at 902 679 1325 for more information.
COLLECTION CANCELLATIONS
Storms may lead to collection cancellations. Check our Storm & Collection Updates on our home page, social media, and local radio stations for updates. You can also call our Hotline on 902 679 1325 for updated messages.
RECYCLE COACH
We encourage you to download the Recycle Coach app which is available for FREE from Google Store and Apple Store. It can give you a collection day reminder, help you with sorting queries and send you updates for cancellations and special collections.
HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?
You can find out more at the Frequently Asked Questions page.
SPRING & FALL CLEANUPS
Spring and Fall clean-ups allow for the disposal of larger items not accepted in regular collections. Refer to your Spring & Fall Clean-up schedule or see the Valley Waste Calendar for more information.
CHRISTMAS TREE COLLECTION
Some municipalities offer tree collection in early January each year (refer to your Valley Waste Calendar, visit our Holiday Waste Reduction Tips page or contact your local town office).
Trees are also accepted free of charge at Valley Waste Transfer Stations during the month of January. If you are putting your trees curbside, you can cut the tree into 4ft x 1ft bundles and set out as brush, or put it out for Spring Clean-up.
Compost bin, garbage, and blue bags should be placed close to the curb without blocking pedestrian or vehicle traffic. In winter, they can be placed within 15 feet (5 m) of the curb for snow plows. Ensure carts and bags are on a flat surface and visible; those buried in snow will not be collected.
If putting them out the night before, cover bags with a heavy blanket to prevent animal damage. Wooden garbage bins can be used but must be within 15 feet (5 m) of the curb.
CART WEIGHT LIMIT: Maximum capacity is 220 lb. (100 kg). Do not overfill; the lid must close. For replacement or new build requests, please click the button below
Tires: Tire retailers will accept up to four used rimless tires free of charge. A charge may apply for rim removal.
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW): HHW is accepted free of charge at the Valley Waste Management Centres during regular operating hours. For more information, visit our HHW page.
Sharps: Used syringes, needles, and lancets can be dangerous if mishandled. DO NOT throw them in garbage or recycling. Instead, place them in an approved sharps container, available at pharmacies or CDA supply centers, and return full containers to the pharmacy.
For more information visit the Pharmacy Association of Nova Scotia.
Electronics: The Electronics Products Recycling Association (EPRA) Nova Scotia manages a free electronics recycling program for residents and businesses. Unwanted electronics can be dropped off at our Management Centres or designated EPRA locations for responsible recycling. To find your nearest location click HERE. *NEW effective June 1, 2024 additional items will be added to the electronics program. Download the LIST for more information.
Bulky Waste Items
Any bulky waste items will only be collected during Spring and Fall Clean-ups. If you have items you want to dispose of outside of those clean-ups and you need help to bring them to the Management Centres or would like to rent a dumpster, please contact a local hauler.
Storms can create a clean-up situation for some. Click on the link above for tips about disposal. You can also download a copy of the guide from our Resources page.
Garbage: 4 bag limit – clear bags must be used for garbage. When necessary, one dark bag per collection may be used for personal garbage items (e.g. A dark bag is defined as either a black or dark coloured bag, a clear bag with individual smaller bags, white bags or kitchen catchers in it or any other bag in which all the contents cannot be clearly identified).
- Use standard size CLEAR bags. (No longer than 39 in when flat). Contractor bags are NOT allowed curbside.
- Maximum weight per bag is 15kg
Recycling: 4 bag limit* – *if you do not use your full garbage limits (4 bags) you can substitute each unused garbage bag with an additional recycling bag. Containers (Glass, metal or plastic recycling) and Paper recycling are required to be in separate blue bags. Please refer to our sorting guide or our Valley Waste Calendar.
- Use standard size blue bags. (No longer than 39 in when flat).
- Maximum weight per bag is 15kg
- Recyclables must be CLEAN & DRY
- Paper in one blue bag and recyclable metal, plastic or glass in the another.
- Plastic lids off on plastic bottles can be left on the bottles.
Cardboard
- If your cardboard can’t fit inside your recycling bag, flatten and bundle to 3ft x 2ft x 1ft
- Up to two bundles of cardboard can be put out on collection day.
Yard Waste
- You can put out up to two bundles of brush per collection (max length 4ft, max width 2ft).
- Leaves can go in your compost bin or be brought to a management centre for free (must be de-bagged).
- All other yard waste, like grass clippings, can be composted at home or taken to a management centre for a fee.
Total bags allowed for set out:
4 garbage* + 4 recycling = 8 Total (These are the maximum set out amounts). Please see an example of replacing garbage bags with recycling bags. *The maximum number of garbage bags allowed is 4 of which only one can be a dark privacy bag.
Collection example – (please note this is based on the maximum set out amounts).
Please note that large or bulky items are collected during Spring and Fall Clean-ups.
