Recycling facility

Changes to the recycling facility starting October 2026

As of October 2026, Strathmore's recycling program will be managed by Circular Materials, a national not-for-profit organization that is committed to building an efficient and effective recycling system in Alberta.

Along with blue cart residential collection, the Strathmore recycling facility, located at 103 Huxted Way, will see changes to what is acceptable for disposal and operating hours. 

Hours of Operation, effective October 2026

  • Wednesday to Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Closed on Monday, Tuesday and all stat holidays
  • Closes at 3 p.m. on December 24 and 31

What Is Accepted and Not Accepted at the Facility

Household waste. These items should not go to the landfill.

Alberta detailed material list

Household Waste* E-Waste* Hazardous Waste* Yard Waste*
Paper, Cardboard & Boxboard Audio Visual & Telecom Devices Aerosol Cans

Branches

Paper Laminate Packaging, Containers & Cartons Computers Automotive Fluids Bushes & Tree Trimmings
Plastic Containers Lawn / Garden Tools Batteries Cones & Needles
Flexible Plastic & Foam Packaging Monitors & Televisions Cleaners Grass Trimmings
Metal & Aluminum Power / Air Tools Paint Leaves
Glass Containers Small Appliances Pesticides Mulch
Aerosol Containers Toys / Games  Consumer-sized solid, liquid, and gas products Plants & Flowers

*Items can change at the town's discretion

The Take It or Leave It centre is open on weekends only. Please do not leave items outside the centre when it is closed.

The Take It or Leave It centre is intended for gently used, clean, and functional items that others may be able to use and enjoy.

We accept a variety of small household items, including:

  • Dishes and kitchenware

  • Photo frames and home décor

  • Craft supplies

  • Games and puzzles

  • Books

  • Movies

  • And other similar items

Please refer to the facility sign for a current list of acceptable items. Accepted items may change based on demand, available space, facility use, and at the discretion of the Town.

Thank you for helping keep the Take It or Leave It Centre clean, organized, and useful for everyone.

Bikes Car Seats Commercial & Industrial Waste Florescent Bulbs Furniture
Tires Wood Pallets Home Renovation Material Large Home Appliances Mattresses

Alternatively, residents can utilize the HIG program in April and September, visit a local landfill, or work with the retailers of each product on appropriate disposal.

Acceptable and unacceptable items may change at the discretion of the Town.

The Hazards Waste and Special Products centre is open on weekends only. Please do not leave items outside the centre when it is closed. Weekend attendant will assist with sorting materials into the proper containers.

Hazardous Waste in Alberta is regulated under the Province’s Hazardous & Special Products (HSP) Program. The Town is committed to collecting all items accepted through this program.

*Household batteries weighing up to 5kg are accepted and collected through Call2Recycle – Recycle Your Batteries, Canada. Other types of batteries can typically be returned to the retailer where they were purchased for recycling.
*Non-refillable fuel cylinders, up to 1lb are accepted. Larger and refillable propane cylinders are not accepted. Alternate disposal methods include local propane filling stations. 

Never put propane tanks into any of your black or green carts. It is a safety hazard for your driver and staff at the processing facilities.

The facility is intended for the use of Strathmore residents and not commercial users.

  • Construction, demolition, industrial or commercial waste generators must make arrangements for disposal.

  • Please be courteous, respectful to others and follow posted signage.

  • All items must be placed in designated areas as directed.

Inquires can be directed to the Town of Strathmore at 403-361-2108, email infrastructure@strathmore or submitting a Citizen Communication Form. 

Learn more about the Provincial Battery Recycling Program in Alberta

 

Strathmore locations currently collecting household batteries:

* Municipal Building: 1 Parklane Drive

* Municipal Library: 85 Lakeside Blvd

* Sports Centre: 1150 Edgeview Road

* Civic Centre: 120 Brent Blvd

* Recycle Yard: 103 Huxted Way

Note:

To learn more about the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation and single use Products, Packaging and Paper Products (PPP), visit the following link:

Blue Cart Customer Service Inquiries starting July 1, 2026

Blue cart missed collection, cart repairs and replacements:

Contact Us

Town of Strathmore
PO BOX 2280, 
1 Parklane Drive, Strathmore, AB,
T1P 1K2,
Phone: (403) 934-3133
Fax: (403) 934-4713