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Garbage, recycling and collection in Kelowna
Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
Kelowna, British Columbia: garbage, recycling and collection. Find local rules, practical steps, useful answers and official service links.
Key information
Kelowna’s single-family waste service is part of the Central Okanagan system. Household garbage, yard trimmings and depot recycling are different routes. Multi-unit buildings use private haulers rather than the region’s single-family collection service.
On this page
At a glance
| Question | Quick answer |
|---|---|
| How often is single-family garbage collected? | The regional garbage page lists weekly cart collection through the RDCO and member municipalities. |
| Can food scraps go in household garbage? | The current regional accepted list includes kitchen and food waste. Do not assume the yard waste cart is a food-scrap program. |
| Can I add extra garbage bags? | The region lists Tag-a-bag stickers at $2.50 for up to two extra bags. Confirm the current rules before purchase. |
Sources: Garbage | Regional District of Central Okanagan · Yard waste | Regional District of Central Okanagan
Plan your next step
- Find your service
Check the address, building type and collector for the material.
- Sort and prepare
Use the local container, quantity, weight and set-out rules.
- Check the date
Use the address calendar and the correct reporting route if collection fails.
Collection, containers and dates
How often is single-family garbage collected?
The regional garbage page lists weekly cart collection through the RDCO and member municipalities.
Do apartments receive the same RDCO pickup?
No. Multi-unit buildings use private waste haulers. Ask the strata council, property manager or named collector.
Where does regional garbage go?
The RDCO identifies Glenmore Landfill as the region’s local landfill.
Sorting and special services
Can food scraps go in household garbage?
The current regional accepted list includes kitchen and food waste. Do not assume the yard waste cart is a food-scrap program.
Can garden trimmings go in the garbage cart?
No. Yard waste has a separate collection stream.
Are batteries and electronics allowed in garbage?
No. Take them through an appropriate recycling depot or designated service.
Problems, exceptions and help
Can I add extra garbage bags?
The region lists Tag-a-bag stickers at $2.50 for up to two extra bags. Confirm the current rules before purchase.
Where are Kelowna tag sales points listed?
City Hall at 1435 Water Street, Lakeview Market at 3033 Pandosy Street and Sunshine Market at unit 105, 4600 Lakeshore Road are listed.
Can construction debris go in the normal cart?
No. The regional page excludes wood, drywall, metal, concrete and bricks, directing users to the landfill’s material rules.
Where should I check a yard waste item?
Use the RDCO Yard Waste service for accepted trimmings and cart preparation, then the address calendar for the seasonal date.
Local service links
These are the service sources used for this Kelowna guide. Use their current forms, calendars and notices when completing a task.
Sources: Garbage | Regional District of Central Okanagan · Yard waste | Regional District of Central Okanagan