Illegal dumping involves leaving furniture, appliances, garbage, renovation materials or other waste on public or private property without permission. It is prohibited under City of Calgary bylaws, and offenders can face fines of up to $10,000.<\/p>\n
For years, this issue has affected neighbourhoods across Calgary and has become more severe in recent years, particularly in northeast communities.<\/p>\n
\u201cIllegal dumping isn\u2019t just unsightly. It creates real safety risks and pulls City crews away from other essential work,\u201d said Damian Cole, Deputy Chief of Community Safety at The City of Calgary. \u201cEvery illegal dumping call means resources are redirected from services Calgarians rely on.\u201d<\/p>\n
Dumped waste attracts pests, creates fire hazards and makes parks, alleys and open spaces feel unsafe. It also places an unfair burden on neighbours and communities that must live with the impacts.<\/p>\n
The City of Calgary urges residents to dispose of waste properly and legally, as proper disposal helps keep our neighbourhoods safe, clean and accessible.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Free Community Cleanup events begin<\/p>\n
Community Cleanup events take place across Calgary from April 25 through September and are open to all Calgarians. These free events are organized by community organizations with support from The City and provide a no\u2011cost way to dispose of oversized household items that do not fit in the black cart.<\/p>\n
Details and event dates are available at calgary.ca\/cleanups<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n Put waste in the right place Cart\/bin collection: best for everyday household garbage, recycling and compostables. Items must fit inside the right cart and be set out correctly. Large or extra items along fences or near carts or dumpsters are not collected.<\/p>\n City Eco Centres: best for bulky items, including furniture, appliances and construction materials. Fees may apply.<\/p>\n Private junk removal services: best for large loads, quick removal or when transport is an issue. Licensed junk removal companies can haul away unwanted items for a fee. These services are not provided by The City of Calgary.<\/p>\n
In addition to free Community Cleanup events, Calgarians can choose from several legal disposal options:<\/p>\n