Green Cart collection is off to a successful start
Following the start of city-wide green cart collection last week, the City is reporting a participation rate comparable to black carts. 22,250 green carts were collected last week with over 559 tonnes of materials diverted from the landfill.
Changing routines is not an easy task, so we’d like to extend our thanks to the residents of Saskatoon who are helping us put waste in the right place. More than half of what we throw in the garbage can go into the green cart. By diverting organic waste, we can delay the need for a new landfill, protect our environment, and create something useful – compost.
Some helpful reminders:
- Green carts accept all food waste – including bones and eggshells. It’s as easy as scraping your plates.
- Yard waste can go in the green cart unbagged. If you would prefer to bag it, use 100% paper bags. Black garbage bags don’t belong in your green cart and may prevent your cart from being collected.
- The kitchen pail can be lined with BPI certified compostable bags, 100% paper or not lined at all – it’s up to you.
- If you haven’t already, detach your kitchen pail and bring it inside. Not only will this help ensure your cart is collected, but it’s also a handy tool to divert food waste right in your kitchen.
- Follow proper cart placement guidelines to ensure your cart is collected.
- For tips on reducing odour and materials sticking to the cart, visit our website.
Visit our website or download the Saskatoon Waste Wizard app to check your collection dates, print your calendar or set collection reminders. Not sure what goes in your cart? Ask the Wizard!
Learn more about the program at saskatoon.ca/greencart.