Big Bin Events accept waste that cannot be set out for regular collection.
Big Bin events will begin in May. See schedule below.
Residents can drop off items such as old couches, chairs, mattresses and appliances free of charge. Computers and electronics will be accepted for recycling.
Accepted Items (no charge)
Worn-out furniture, mattresses, car seats and other items too large for curbside.
Drop off any appliance for free at a Big Bin Event or Free Eco Station Weekend.
- Worn-out fridges, freezers, washers and dryers
Appliances that don't use refrigerant are always free to drop-off at an Eco Station.
Old televisions, computers and any item with a battery or cord.
Passenger vehicle and ATV tires.
Old BBQs, rebar, and other metal items.
Includes:
- Grass clippings
- Leaves
- Mulch
- Tree cones and needles
- Yard and garden trimmings
- Branches smaller than 0.75 metres (2.5 feet) in diameter
- Roots, tree stumps and trunks
Elm wood is not accepted. It can be burned completely or disposed of at the Edmonton Waste Management Centre at no charge. Do not store or transport elm wood with other yard waste.
Sod, soil and rocks are not considered yard waste and will be charged a disposal fee.
Items Not Accepted
Please bring these items to an Eco Station or the Edmonton Waste Management Centre:
- Household hazardous waste: automotive fluids, batteries, chemicals, paint and stains and other hazardous items
- Gas-powered equipment: includes lawnmowers and snow blowers
- Waste from businesses
Big Bin Events Do Not Accept Items for Reuse
Give your items a second life by bringing them to the Reuse Centre or a donation centre. Use the Reuse Directory to find a donation centre near you. Also consider listing your items online or gifting them to friends and family.
Big Bin Event Locations
| Dates | Location | Address |
|---|---|---|
| May 9 & 10 | Northlands | Wayne Gretzky Drive & 119 Avenue NW |
| May 23 & 24 | Commonwealth | 11100 Stadium Road NW |
| May 30 & 31 | Mill Woods Town Centre | 2331 66 Street NW |
| June 6 & 7 | Callingwood | 17740 69 Avenue NW |
| June 13 & 14 | Terwillegar | 2051 Leger Road NW |
| August 29 & 30 | Commonwealth | 11100 Stadium Road NW |
| September 12 & 13 | Ellerslie | 2415 101 Street SW |
| September 19 & 20 | Castle Downs | 11520 153 Avenue NW |
Eco Station Free Weekends
| Dates | Location | Address |
|---|---|---|
| May 16 & 17 | Eco Station Free Weekend | Eco Stations |
| June 27 & 28 | Eco Station Free Weekend | Eco Stations |
| August 1 & 2 | Eco Station Free Weekend | Eco Stations |
| September 26 & 27 | Eco Station Free Weekend | Eco Stations |
What Happens to Your Items
- Large appliances, electronics, tires and scrap metal are sent for recycling
- Yard waste is composted at the Edmonton Waste Management Centre
- Bulky items and other garbage are taken to the Edmonton Waste Management Centre and transferred to landfill
Big Bin Events are hosted by the City, but grants are available to organizations wishing to host their own community drop-off event. Learn more about the Community Clean Up Grant Program.