Waste Collection
Important Changes to Garbage & Recycling Pickup : CLICK HERE: New 2026 Calendar
The LGD of Pinawa will be implementing a pilot project to improve residential garbage and recycling collection efficiency.
This change follows the purchase of a new garbage truck equipped with compaction capability and a three-person crew configuration. The new equipment allows us to review routing and improve operational performance while maintaining the same level of service.
1. Garbage Pickup (Weekly)
- New Garbage Day: Wednesday (Town-Wide) : Starts April 15, 2026
- Garbage will be collected every Wednesday for all residential properties.
- Garbage remains weekly.
2. Recycling Pickup (Bi-Weekly – Alternating Zones)
Recycling will now be collected on Tuesdays, with the Town divided into two areas:
- East Zone (Green) – All properties east of Vanier Drive (including Awanipark): Starts April 14, 2026
- West Zone(Yellow) – All properties west of Vanier Drive: Starts April 21, 2026
Recycling remains bi-weekly, but East and West will alternate each week.
What Is NOT Changing:
- Garbage is still collected weekly.
- Recycling is still collected every two weeks.
- Please continue placing carts out before 8:00 AM.
- Service levels remain the same.
Why Is the LGD Making This Change?
This pilot project will allow the LGD to:
- Improve route efficiency
- Maximize use of the new compaction truck
- Reduce unnecessary travel between zones
- Improve staffing deployment
- Reduce fuel consumption and vehicle wear
- Simplify long-term scheduling
The goal is to maintain reliable service while improving operational efficiency.
If you have questions about your zone or collection day, please contact the LGD Office:
Phone: 204-753-5100
Email: admin@pinawa.com
GARBAGE
By-law 888-2021.
- No loose garbage is allowed in container.
- Persons occupying a Residential Premise may place for curbside collection, additional bags of Household Waste by purchasing Surcharge Tags for $3.00 each. These tags are available at the Municipal Office.
Additional bags of Landfill Waste at the curb for collection which do not have a Surcharge Tag will not be collected.
RECYCLING & YARD WASTE DROP OFF
Bins located at 1 Lagoon Road off Hwy 211- Available 24/7
Recycling & Yard Waste is accepted at bins located outside Public Works Yard gates.
Why is the LGD changing the pickup schedule?
The LGD recently purchased a new garbage truck with increased compaction capacity and a three-person operating configuration. The new equipment allows us to review routing and improve efficiency while maintaining the same level of service.
Why move the whole town to Wednesday for garbage?
Standardizing garbage pickup to one day improves route efficiency, reduces travel time between zones, and maximizes the new truck’s compaction capabilities.
How long is this pilot?
The pilot will run for several months to evaluate operational performance before determining whether to adopt the model permanently.
Will pickup times change?
Residents should continue placing carts out before 8:00 AM. Route timing may vary during the pilot as crews optimize sequencing.