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Bulk Trash & Large-Item Pickup in Edmonton (Metro)

Confirm when large items are collected, what needs an appointment, and how to prepare your pickup.

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Edmonton-area residents drop bulky items at Eco Stations or the EWMC. Electronics and hazardous waste are free at Eco Stations, with small surcharges for mattresses and refrigerant appliances. Big Bin events provide seasonal no-cost disposal opportunities.

Service type

dropoff

Eco Stations are open daily (usually 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.) and closed on statutory holidays. The EWMC operates during standard business hours. Seasonal Big Bin events have published dates.

Limits

Eco Stations accept vehicles up to approximately one tonne with trailers under three meters. Oversized loads must use the EWMC. Municipal event pickups impose local item and quantity limits.

Fees: EWMC residential disposal is typically $72 per tonne with a $20 minimum. Surcharges apply to mattresses and refrigerant appliances. Many items, including electronics and scrap metal, are free at Eco Stations. Big Bin events are free for residents.

Appointment or request

Request pickup online

Submit requests before placing items curbside.

Illegal dumping

https://www.edmonton.ca/city_government/bylaws/illegal-dumping

Report abandoned piles or improper dumping immediately.

Always confirm with the latest official notices or municipal postings before making plans.

Place items on the curb no more than 24 hours in advance and separate metal or hazardous items as required by your municipality.

What to put at the curb

Accepted items
Bulky furniture and mattresses, Large appliances, including refrigerant units, Electronics and household hazardous waste at Eco Stations, Scrap metal, Passenger or ATV tires within posted limits
Not accepted
Non-residential hazardous waste at Eco Stations, Biomedical or radioactive materials, Explosives or munitions, Specific restricted materials such as elm wood at Eco Stations
Holiday shifts
Eco Stations are closed on statutory holidays. Big Bin events are seasonal and may be cancelled during severe weather.

Official service info

Source: City of Edmonton - Eco Stations and EWMC Disposal Rates

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Pickup request template

Appointment request email

Hello Public Works, I'd like to arrange a bulk trash pickup at my address in Edmonton (Metro), Alberta. Your service is listed as "dropoff" with this schedule: Eco Stations are open daily (usually 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.) and closed on statutory holidays. The EWMC operates during standard business hours. Seasonal Big Bin events have published dates.. Accepted items: Bulky furniture and mattresses, Large appliances, including refrigerant units, Electronics and household hazardous waste at Eco Stations, Scrap metal, Passenger or ATV tires within posted limits. Not accepted: Non-residential hazardous waste at Eco Stations, Biomedical or radioactive materials, Explosives or munitions, Specific restricted materials such as elm wood at Eco Stations. Please confirm the next available pickup window and any paperwork needed. Reference: https://www.cityrules.info/bulk-trash/canada/alberta/edmonton-metro

Frequently asked questions

Answers are summarized from the city bylaw for quick reference. For the full context, follow the official links below.

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