Solid Waste

In 2006, the District of Elkford become one of the first local government authorities in eastern British Columbia to implement an automated system of waste removal, saving the District on insurance costs and improving on productivity.

Residential Solid Waste Collection
Residential solid waste is collected every Thursday from the curb. All waste must be placed in the District supplied, residential container and placed at the curb by 7 a.m.  Only solid waste placed in District approved and supplied containers will be collected. All waste must be bagged before being deposited into the carts.

 
Commercial Solid Waste Collection
Commercial waste is collected on Tuesdays and Fridays. It is the property owner's responsibility to ensure that the District collection vehicle is able to access the containers. Containers found to be inaccessible or situated in an unsafe manner will not be collected.
 
 
 
Compost
Black compost bins have been placed in several loctions througout the community. These containers are designed for grass clippings only. Branches and other yard waste can be taken to the Transfer Station, free of charge. The District of Elkford is investigating the possibility of implementing a compost faciltiy within Elkford.
 
Elkford Transfer Station
Elkford Transfer Station, located at #6 Inkaneed Road, is owned & operated by the Regional District of East Kootenay. For more info contact 865-4644
 
Elkford Transfer Station Hours of Operation:
Tuesday, 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Thursday & Friday, 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Saturday 10 am to 5 pm
Closed: Monday, Wednesday, Sunday and all Statutory Holidays