A significant upgrade is coming to North Cowichan’s curbside collection service, and plans are underway for the new automated system that begins in 2025. This new system featuring state-of-the-art trucks – including one electric truck – that are equipped with mechanical arms that efficiently lift and empty special carts. Part of the change includes the addition of yard waste collection, as well as kitchen waste.
What's changing?
Every household will receive two new carts – one for garbage (black) and one for organics/yard waste (green). By default, each cart will have an 80-litre capacity, which is similar to the current garbage can size limit. One size doesn't always fit all, so residents are being offered the opportunity to upsize their carts to better meet their needs.
Choose your size by March 1
Residents have the option to upsize their carts from the standard 80 litre to either 120 litres or 240 litres. Larger carts will incur higher annual fees due to the increased volume of waste.
It's essential to make your selection by March 1, 2024. Ordering the carts now ensures they are delivered and distributed in time for the 2025 launch.
You can select a larger cart in one of the following ways:
- Online: Go to northcowichan.ca/CARTS to quickly make your selection.
- OR in-person: Drop off the informational postcard - coming to property owners’ mailboxes in mid February - at the Municipal Office, Cowichan Aquatic Centre, or Fuller Lake Arena.
- OR by phone: Call us at 250-746-3106.
Learn more about the cart sizes, cost, and other information.