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For many people, summer yard maintenance causes more waste. St.
Albert's Compost Depot ensures residents can dispose of this
supplementary waste in an environmentally-friendly manner.
Accepted at the Compost Depot
- all yard waste
- branches
- leaves, hay, straw
- grass clippings
- flowers
- shrubs
- soil
- wood chips
- sod
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St. Albert Compost Depot Located three kilometres west of St. Albert Road on Villeneuve Road.
Hours of Operation:
7:30 a.m. - 10 p.m., seven days a week |
Material NOT Accepted at the Compost Depot
- Vegetable and fruit scraps
- Fish, poultry, bones
- Fats, greases or oils
- Coffee grounds, tea bags, bread scraps
- Dairy products
- Animal feces
- Treated or preserved wood
- Ashes, charcoal
- Non-organic materials (such as paper, plastic, metal or glass)
Compost Giveaways
The City of St. Albert collects about 4,000 tonnes of compostable
material from the Compost Depot each year. In the spring and fall every
year, the City provides the finished compost material
available for free to residents. The City's finished compost material
is of the highest grade and suitable for all uses. Look for information
about upcoming Compost Giveaways or check your Pay-As-You-Throw
calendar for information.
Home Composting
Many people find it convenient to do their own composting. It's simple
and easy and can take care of even more household wastes than at the
City's Compost Depot. Click here for basic information on setting up a home composting unit. |
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