Island Waste Management Corporation provides waste management services for all homes and businesses through PEI’s Waste Watch Program.

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Notice: September 30

In observation of Truth and Reconciliation Day, there will be no curbside collection on Wednesday, September 30th. If your collection would...
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Home Exercise Electronics

In case you missed it: PEI's recycling program has expanded to include home exercise equipment and electronics used for sports and physical fitness....
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Medical Sharps

Did you know medical sharps and needles should NEVER be placed in Waste Watch Carts or Blue Bags? FREE sharps containers are available at...
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White Plastic Bags

Did you know coloured plastic bags are NOT accepted in waste carts? Help keep our staff safe by minimizing contact with potential hazards....
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Rotisserie Chicken Containers

Chicken bones go in your Green Cart. If the container has a recycle symbol with a #1-5, it goes in Blue Bag #2. No symbol? Then it's black cart...
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Aluminum Foil

Did you know, Aluminum Foil is RECYCLABLE? If it's clean, place it in Blue Bag # 2 with your containers. If it's dirty, it goes in the black cart....
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Pizza Boxes

Even with grease, pizza boxes are RECYCLABLE! Remove food and liners, flatten/bundle with corrugated cardboard, place under blue bags.
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What is Recyclable on PEI?

On PEI, recyclables are collected once a month. Homeowners must use transparent, plastic blue bags for loose recyclables.  Bags must be securely tied and be within 50 lbs.  Bulky recyclables and corrugated cardboard can be placed at curb beside the blue bags.  There is no limit to the material...

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How Do I Prepare for Spring and Fall Cleanup?

How Do I Prepare for Spring and Fall Cleanup?

Twice a year, a residential cleanup service is provided which allows householders to dispose of items not collected during regular weekly collection. Cleanup materials must be sorted into compost and waste. See our PDF guide for more information about our Residential Spring and Fall Cleanup.

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