Please direct all residential inquiries to our collection contractor, Prairie Disposal, at 780-539-5950 or dispatch@prairiedisposal.com.
- Reduce - Do you really need it?
- Reuse - Can it be used again?
- Recycle - Can it become something new?
Check out our recycling options:
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Clairmont Centre for Recycling & Waste Management |
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West Grande Prairie Regional Transfer Station |
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Demmitt Transfer Station |
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Elmworth Transfer Station |
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Teepee Creek Transfer Station |
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2024 Electronic Waste Sustainability Report
In 2024, the County diverted 90,537 lbs of electronic waste from our landfills which is equivalent to the weight of 92 polar bears! For more information on electronics recycled in 2024, see the County's sustainability report prepared by our processor, Quantum Lifecycle Partners.
Community Recycling Bins
Recycling bins for paper, plastics, tin, glass & cardboard are located across the County of Grande Prairie. Find your nearest recycling facility on the interactive map.
Community Recycling Bin Information |
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Bezanson Truck Fill
Clairmont Centre for Recycling and Waste Management
Dimsdale
Elmworth Store
Five Mile Hall
Hythe
La Glace
South County (adjacent to Highway 668 and Range Road 60A)
Teepee Creek Fire Hall
Valhalla
Webster Community Church
West Grande Prairie Regional Landfill
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Electronics Recycling
We're proud to participate in the Alberta Electronic Recycling Program to help keep old TVs, and computer equipment out of the landfill. Eligible items include televisions, computers, laptops & tablets, printers, copiers, scanners and fax machines.
Expanded Electronics Recycling Program Pilot
Over 500 new items have been added for recycling. In addition to computers, televisions and printers, bring in your small household appliances, tools, motorized toys etc. for recycling. Check out the list of Pilot Program items, ask at your landfill or transfer station for more information.
Recycling and Disposal of Household Hazardous Waste
Household hazardous items such as paint and household chemicals are accepted year-round at the landfills and transfer stations. No barrels please! Check out your nearest facility and the items accepted above.
Every spring we host a Recycling Roundup in partnership with the Alberta Recycling Management Authority.
Used Oil, Containers, and Filters
Our landfills and transfer stations accept used lubricating oil, empty oil containers and used oil filters. No water or antifreeze in the oil please! Put antifreeze in a separate container and place in the Hazardous waste area.
What happens to my used oil, filters, and containers? Check out Alberta Recycling to learn more.
Bottle Donation Program
Return your refundable bottles to the bottle donation trailer at the Clairmont Centre for Recycling & Waste Management and contribute to local non-profit and charitable groups through Bottle Donation Program.
Recycling Frequently Asked Questions
Why flatten cardboard and boxboard before placing it in recycling? |
| Flattening cardboard allows more product to fit in the bin. If cardboard is not flattened, the bins will fill up quickly and less cardboard is collected for recycling. |
Why should my plastics, tin cans, and glass be clean, dry and label free? |
| Items must be clean and dry to prevent contamination. Contaminated items cannot be recycled. Rinsing helps reduce odours and mould from developing and reduces attracting insects and animals to the bins. |
Why do items need to be separated at recycling bins? |
| This means that recyclables collected from bins must be clean and separated to avoid cross-contamination. Contaminated recyclable items end up being diverted to the waste pile. |
Why can't I recycle pizza boxes or used food containers? |
| Food and oil from food is one of the worst contaminants in the paper recycling process. If pizza boxes, and food soiled napkins and cardboard/paper are thrown in recycle it will contaminate the other products deeming it non-recyclable and thrown in the waste pile. |
Can I recycle cell phones, appliances, batteries and other electronics? |
| Yes, please take these items to the electronic waste area at the County Landfills or Transfer Stations. |