Articles for category Garbage & Recycling
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Rocky View County Waste and Recycling Services is piloting a new site at 110 Cambridge Park Way, in Conrich. This site will operate on Wednesdays from 1-7pm every other week starting June 25. There will be a bin for recyclables, which means you don’t have to pre-sort your items. The addition of Read More...
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Get ready for a fun-filled, informative day celebrating agriculture right in our own backyard Thursday, July 24 !Hop on board for a day-long bus tour through the scenic southwest area of Rocky View County, including the history-rich community of Springbank and the picturesque ranches in Jumping Read More...
Friday, June 6, 2025
Each year, our Agriculture Services Team organizes a variety of workshops designed to provide valuable information to our community. Whether you're interested in gardening tips or learning how to maintain your septic system, there's something for everyone. Below is a list of upcoming workshops, with Read More...
Monday, June 2, 2025
Have you heard of field scabious? Maybe you know it better by its other name: Pincushion flower. Despite its name and attractive purple flowers, this plant hides a dangerous secret. Field scabious (Knautia arvensis) is an aggressive invader that poses a serious threat especially to the north-western Read More...
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
As part of the County's annual weed control program, crews will be spraying invasive weeds in Division 5 this year. Roadsides in each division are treated on a three-year rotation, with spot treatments occurring in other areas as needed. Weed spraying is one component of an Integrated Pest Read More...
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Originating from eastern Europe and Asia, Kochia was brought to North America in the 1800’s as an ornamental garden plant. Often called a tumbleweed in the winter as it blows across harvested fields. Characteristics include dense hairy, club-shaped leaves, Although Kochia is not a regulated species Read More...
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Establishing trees in southern Alberta is no easy feat—harsh winds, poor soil, and dry conditions demand smart planning and tough plant choices. Learn how proper tree and shrub selection, wind-resistant designs, and key techniques like mulching can dramatically boost survival and growth in these Read More...
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Did you know Rocky View County has a trap rental program through Agricultural and Environmental Services? Several different types of traps are available to residents for a two-week period to safely trap and remove unwanted animal pests on your county property. All traps are live capture, and it is Read More...
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
As the snow melts and spring creeps in, it’s tempting to grab your rake and start cleaning up the yard. But holding off just a little longer can make a big difference for pollinators and other beneficial creatures. Meet the Native Bees Native bees are often more effective pollinators than honeybees, Read More...
Friday, April 11, 2025
Starting this April, Alberta is introducing Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)—a program that shifts the physical and financial responsibility for recycling from local governments and taxpayers to the companies that produce single-use plastics, paper, and packaging (PPP), Hazardous Special Read More...
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
The County has heard concerns about human-wildlife interactions in the community—especially those involving unsecured garbage and other potential wildlife attractants. In response, we are conducting public engagement to learn from the community whether a dedicated garbage bylaw or alternative Read More...
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Here is a summary of the decisions of Rocky View County Council at the April 8, 2025 Council Meeting. This is a general overview of decisions only. Details of the agenda items can be found in the meeting’s agenda and details on the specifics of the decisions can be found in the minutes of this Read More...
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Cleanfarms, through the ‘Alberta Ag-Plastic. Recycle-It!’ pilot program, is hosting ‘The Great Twine Round-Up’, a province-wide twine collection contest with a total of $12,000 in cash prizes for the winners’ 4-H club or an Alberta-based agricultural charity of choice.The first of four $3,000 cash Read More...
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Alberta Open Farm Days is a collaborative, province-wide, two-day event that gives Albertans the opportunity to experience farm life and understand where their food comes from. It is a backstage pass to meet local farmers, experience ag-tourism in Alberta and taste fresh, locally produced foods Read More...
Thursday, March 27, 2025
As of April 30, the Springbank Recycling Depot is moving down the road to a larger location, 32190 Twp Rd 245 (see map), which is the west portion of the Springbank Dog Park. This new site will now accommodate trailers and offer expanded seasonal grass, leaves, and branch collection programs. The Read More...
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