Here are some updates related to new City initiatives and programs.
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
Last month, Council approved changes to our Waste and Recycling Bylaw that will bring Calgary in line with Alberta’s Extended Producer Responsibility Legislation. This program transfers responsibility for managing certain recyclables and hazardous materials from local governments and taxpayers to the producers, like retailers and manufacturers.
EPR is intended to encourage producers to design and produce less wasteful packaging and choose better materials for the environment and recycling process.
These changes will begin April 1, 2025. Residents will receive the same service levels, but your blue cart monthly fee will drop from $9.34 to $2.17.
Community Cleanups
Community Cleanup events are an opportunity for Calgarians to dispose of items that do not fit in their waste and recycling carts.
Spring: April 26/27 to June 28/29
All events take place on Saturdays or Sundays from 9:00 am to 2:00.
Check out calgary.ca/communities for the full schedule and to find a cleanup near you.
Green Calgary Rain Barrels
Did you know, water use in Calgary communities increases up to 20 percent in the summer months? Capturing rainwater can help you and your community build resiliency during times of hot and dry weather while keeping your yard and garden healthy.
Made locally with recycled material, rain barrels can be used to water the plants in your yard. Rain barrels are $75 after rebate for a limited time with pick-up and delivery options available.
Visit greencalgary.org for full details.
Spring Street Sweeping
Street sweeping begins later this month! Visit calgary.ca/roads and enter your address to find the exact dates for your street.
For questions and concerns, or to view my voting record, visit www.jasminemian.ca.
Ward 3 – Councillor Jasmine Mian proudly serves the following Communities: Aurora Business Park, Carrington, Country Hills, Country Hills Village, Coventry Hills, Harvest Hills, Keystone Hills, Livingston, MacEwan Glen, Panorama Hills, Sandstone Valley
