Livingston Waste and Recycling Schedule

Livingston residents! Let's talk trash – or more specifically, how we manage our community's waste and recycling. Knowing your collection schedule is key to keeping our neighborhood clean and green. Here's everything you need to know about our waste management schedule.

Our Regular Schedule

- Black Bin (Garbage): Collected every other Tuesday
- Blue Bin (Recycling): Collected every Wednesday
- Green Bin (Compost):
Spring/Summer: Collected every Wednesday
Winter: Schedule changes (more details below)

Remember: Always have your bins out by 7 a.m. on collection day to ensure pickup!

Winter Schedule Changes

Our compost (Green Bin) collection schedule changes during the winter months. We'll post updates on this blog and send out community notifications when the winter schedule is about to begin. Stay tuned!

📱 Never Miss a Collection Day

1. Download the Calgary Garbage Day App:
  - View your collection schedule on-the-go
  - Set reminders for blue, black, and green cart collection days
  - Available for both iOS and Android

2. Sign Up for Free Reminders:
  - Visit the City of Calgary's (https://www.calgary.ca/waste/schedule.html)
  - Enter your address
  - Choose your preferred reminder method (email, text, phone call)

3. Print a Calendar:
  - Perfect for your fridge or bulletin board
  - Available on the City's website (desktop only)

Tips for Smooth Collection

1. Proper Bin Placement: Place your carts on flat ground with wheels against the curb. Leave 1 meter (3 feet) of space between carts and other objects.

2. Weight Limits:
  - Black and Green Carts: Up to 60 kg
  - Blue Cart: Fill it up, but make sure the lid closes

3. Extra Waste:
  - Black Cart: Use city-approved tags for extra garbage bags
  - Green Cart: Extra yard waste can go in paper bags beside the cart
  - Blue Cart: No extra bags accepted. Save for next week or use a community recycling depot

❓ What Goes Where?

Confused about what items go in which bin? Check out the City of Calgary's detailed guides:

- [Black Cart Items](https://www.calgary.ca/waste/what-goes-where/black-cart-garbage.html)
- [Blue Cart Items](https://www.calgary.ca/waste/what-goes-where/blue-cart-recycling.html)
- [Green Cart Items](https://www.calgary.ca/waste/what-goes-where/green-cart-composting.html)

🆘 Missed Collection?

If your collection was missed:

1. Ensure your cart was out by 7 a.m. and properly placed
2. Check for unacceptable items in your cart
3. Report a missed collection online through the [City's service request form](https://www.calgary.ca/311.html) or by calling 311

By following these guidelines and staying informed about our collection schedule, we can all contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable Livingston. If you have any questions about waste management in our community, don't hesitate to reach out to the Livingston Community Association.