Garbage collection service for small businesses
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What is the benefit of signing up for your garbage collection service?
We provide recycling collection service at no extra charge to small businesses that use our garbage collection service. The cost of recycling service is included in the quarterly charge for garbage collection service.
Who is eligible for this service?
According to the City of Winnipeg Solid Waste By-law, small businesses that produce between 0.5 and 3.0 cubic metres (1.0 - 4.0 cubic yards) of garbage per week are eligible.
What if my small business produces very little garbage?
If your business produces less than 0.5 cubic metres of garbage per week:
- we will provide garbage collection service at no charge (if your business is in the northwest area and served by automated cart collection service, you are entitled to two 240-litre carts at no charge)
- there is a charge if you want recycling service (the current rate is $22.75 per quarter)
What is the charge for your garbage collection service?
The cost is $3.50 per cubic metre of garbage bin size collected. Your quarterly payment will depend on bin size and collection frequency. The 2010 rates are below.
| Bin size | Every two weeks | Once per week | Twice per week |
| 0.5 cubic metre | Not available | $22.75 | Not available |
| 0.75 cubic metre - two 360-litre carts (cart area only) | Not available | $34.12 | Not available |
| 1.0 cubic metre (AutoBin where available) | $22.75 | $45.50 | $91.00 |
| 1.5 cubic metre (front load bin) | $34.19 | $68.25 | $136.50 |
When would I be invoiced?
You would be invoiced at the end of each quarter. Payment is due 15 days from the invoice date.
Is this rate subject to change?
If our collection costs increase, the charge may increase accordingly.
Who would provide the garbage bins?
You would be responsible for obtaining the bins. You can rent or buy them from most private garbage collection companies. If you are in the northwest area served by automated cart collection service, we will provide the carts at no charge.
Could I lock or secure my garbage bins?
Yes. To ensure that others do not use the service you are paying for, you may consider placing lids and locks on the bins. If you lock the bins, be sure to unlock them before 6:00 a.m. on collection day. We provide a bin unlocking service for $10 per month.
What steps can I take to keep my garbage collection costs down?
- Recycle. This will help you reduce your volume of garbage, and perhaps the size of your bin or the number of times your bin is serviced.
- Share a garbage bin with a neighbouring business.
How do I sign up for your garbage collection service?
Complete the application form 
(pdf - 27kb) and return it to our office by mail or fax. We also offer recycling collection service.
Can I sign up at any time?
Yes.
Could I change the level of service I receive at any time?
Yes. For example, if you sign up for twice-a-week garbage collection service and you have less garbage because you are recycling, you can change your garbage collection to once a week. Just fill out an application form (pdf - 27kb) and mail or fax it to our office. Any changes in billing will be effective the beginning of the next billing quarter.
Could I cancel your garbage collection service at any time?
Yes. Please contact 311 to start the process. We require at least two weeks notice.
If I move my business, could I transfer your garbage collection service to my new location?
Yes. Contact 311 and we will contact you to get the information we need for billing and the type of service you require at your new location.
Are there other companies that provide garbage collection service for small businesses?
Yes. A list of private garbage collection companies is in the Winnipeg Yellow Pages phone book. But they may not offer recycling.
For more information, contact 311.
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This page was last updated on January 11, 2011 |
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