Stage 4 Water Restrictions

The City of Calgary has enacted Stage 4 Water Restrictions due to a water main break and have asked surrounding communities to do so as well. Effective December 31, the Town of Strathmore has implemented Stage 4 Water Restrictions. These restrictions mean:
• No outdoor water use (e.g., flooding outdoor ice surfaces)
• Indoor facilities such as pools, rinks, and recreation facilities will remain open

Please consider taking the following steps to reduce water consumption:
• Limit showers to under 3 minutes
• Flush toilets only when necessary
• Run dishwashers and laundry only when full

As we navigate Stage 4 Water Restrictions, our water system operator, EPCOR, is proactively topping our reservoirs to ensure we have adequate water reserves to support essential services and maintain system stability. While EPCOR manages operations behind the scenes, our community’s continued efforts to conserve water remain critical. Reduced demand helps keep reservoir levels strong and supports system reliability until Calgary’s system is fully restored.

 

Waste Collection Carts Information

Carts Information

Black and Green Cart Program

Utilizing black and green rollout carts, Strathmore encourages landfill waste diversion and creates efficiencies within our waste collection services.

What Goes in the Cart?

Household waste at the end of their useful life that is not compostable or recyclable.

This list can be changed at the discretion of the Town.

Household organic/compostable waste that is not recyclable and should not go to the landfill.

This list can be changed at the discretion of the Town.

The Public Works team deploys carts to new residential locations and repairs and replaces carts that are damaged or lost.
If you are a new resident to Strathmore or moving to a new location within town, connect with our Utility Department to set up or update your Utility billing information; 403-361-2101 / utilities@strathmore.ca
*waste carts belong to the address and are not to be removed. 
Report Lost and Damaged Carts

403-361-2126 / operations@strathmore.ca
Report a Missed Collection and General Inquiries

403-361-2108 / infrastructure@strathmore.ca 

Be prepared to provide the address of the service request, the type of cart (black/green), the type of damage (wheels/lids/other) and your name and contact number.

Starting in 2024, cart repair and replacement requests will be completed on Monday. 

Many items that are not acceptable in the carts can be properly disposed of at the Recycling Facility or collected during our Heavy Item Garbage program collection. 

Cart Tips, Replacement & Repairs

When carts are placed properly for pickup, the automated collection system makes curbside service efficient and cost-effective.

 

  • Place the carts and excess waste bags at the collection point by 7:00 a.m. on collection day
  • Place the carts at least one meter (3.3 feet) to the rear and sides, including parked vehicles, and 3 meters (9.8 feet) above from any object.
  • Ensure cart lids are fully closed and the wheels face towards the house. 
  • Store carts on private property to avoid theft and damage. The ideal location would be easily accessible to deposit your waste and on a flat surface to prevent the cart from rolling away.
  • Return carts to storage location by 11:00 p.m. on collection day.

The Public Works team deploys carts to new residential locations and repairs and replaces carts that are damaged or lost.
If you are a new resident to Strathmore or moving to a new location within town, connect with our Utility Department to set up or update your Utility billing information; 403-361-2101 / utilities@strathmore.ca
*waste carts belong to the address and are not to be removed. 
Report Lost and Damaged Carts

403-361-2126 / operations@strathmore.ca
Report a Missed Collection and General Inquiries

403-361-2108 / infrastructure@strathmore.ca 

Be prepared to provide the address of the service request, the type of cart (black/green), the type of damage (wheels/lids/other) and your name and contact number.

Starting in 2024, cart repair and replacement requests will be completed on Monday. 

Extra bags of garbage and organics must be tagged and placed at your collection point for pick up.
  • Bags without tags will not be collected.
  • Recommended maximum of 3 extra bags per household per week.
  • Bags must be securely tied and not in excess of 20 kilograms (44 pounds).
  • Organics must be placed in a certified organic bag.
Extra bag tags can be purchased at the Strathmore Municipal Building, 1 Parklane Drive or 403.934.3133

 In winter months, residents are reminded to;

  • Clean an area around the carts, at the collection location, of snow and do not place the carts behind or on top of snow banks
  • Clear the lid of snow and ice so the lid opens during collection 
  • Layer organics in the green cart with paper products (such as newspaper, food boxes or paper towels) to reduce material from becoming stuck

Waste Cart Identification Program

Do you know your cart ID numbers?

  • Each cart has a unique identifier number that is linked to an address.
  • Knowing this number can assist residents when the carts are lost, stolen, or blown away by the wind.

Report your Cart ID #

Collection Inquiries & Reporting

 

Report Missed Collection and General Inquires Report Damaged or Missing Carts
403.361.2108
403.361.2126

Report a problem through our Citizen Communications Form

Contact Us

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