Campbell River Garbage Dump and Pickup Schedule: Curbside Calendar, CR Recycles App, Organics, Recycling and Argonaut Road Tips
Campbell River garbage questions usually mean one of two things: you need your weekly curbside pickup day, or you are searching for the “Campbell River garbage dump,” which is officially the Campbell River Waste Management Centre at 6700 Argonaut Road. Start with the City’s curbside collection schedule or Campbell River Recycles app, then use this guide for Emterra missed pickup, 7:30 a.m. set-out, one 80 L garbage can limit, weekly organics, weekly recycling, wildlife rules, glass drop-off, statutory holiday shifts and transfer-station planning.
Quick Answer: How Campbell River Residents Should Check Garbage Pickup
Use the City of Campbell River curbside collection schedule tool or the Campbell River Recycles app. The City provides weekly curbside garbage, recycling and organics collection to single-family and duplex homes through Emterra Environmental. Enter your home address to see your next collection day, download a calendar, and set reminders for collection days or service alerts.
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Campbell River collection happens weekly, but the exact weekday varies by address and statutory holidays can push collection forward one day.
Emterra Environmental
For curbside service questions or a missed pickup, the City directs residents to Emterra at 250-286-0211.
Use the official waste centre
When locals search “Campbell River garbage dump,” the official facility is the Campbell River Waste Management Centre at 6700 Argonaut Road.
Weekly collection does not mean “put everything out any time.” Place garbage, recycling and organics out as close to 7:30 a.m. as possible on your scheduled day, no earlier than midnight, and bring containers back by 8 p.m. to reduce bear and wildlife conflicts.
What Campbell River Residents Usually Need Today
Most visitors are trying to solve one immediate problem before collection morning or before driving to Argonaut Road.
I need my pickup day
Open the City curbside schedule, enter your address and check your next garbage, recycling and organics day.
I keep missing pickup
Use the Campbell River Recycles app or the schedule tool to set reminders by email, text, phone or service alert.
I have extra garbage
The standard limit is one 80 L can per household per week. Extra eligible garbage needs a $4 garbage tag for one additional 80 L / 20 kg container.
I need the “dump”
Use the Campbell River Waste Management Centre for drop-off questions, fees, household hazardous waste and materials not collected curbside.
Campbell River Collection Calendar: Weekly Service, Holidays and CR Recycles App
The City’s collection schedule page is the main tool for weekly curbside service. After you enter your address, you can view the calendar, download a printable calendar, and register for reminders or service alerts.
Use ReCollect schedule tool
The schedule tool gives your next collection day and future calendar. This is safer than guessing from a neighbourhood or street-name memory.
Open curbside scheduleCampbell River Recycles app
The app shows your garbage and recycling schedule, sends collection notifications and helps you learn how to dispose of different waste materials.
Open Google Play app listingCollection moves one day forward
There is no curbside collection on statutory holidays. Collection moves one day forward after each statutory holiday. If the holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the City says there is no change.
This map gives Campbell River context only. It is not a live collection map. Your actual pickup answer should come from the City’s address schedule or Campbell River Recycles app.
Campbell River Waste Streams: Garbage, Organics, Recycling and Depot-Only Items
Campbell River’s weekly curbside system works best when you separate waste before collection morning. Garbage has a strict limit. Organics and recycling divert material from the landfill. Glass and depot-only items should not be forced into curbside bins.
⚫ Garbage
Garbage collection is limited to one 80 L can per household per week. The can must weigh less than 20 kg / 44 lb.
Extra eligible garbage requires a $4 tag for one additional container up to 80 L and 20 kg.
🟢 Organics
Food and yard waste are accepted year-round through weekly curbside organics collection. The weekly limit is 360 L per household.
Organics containers should be strong, lidded and clearly labelled. Green kitchen bins are for indoor use, not curbside collection.
🔵 Recycling
Recycling is collected year-round as part of the weekly curbside program. Unlimited recycling can be placed at the curb in a City-supplied blue box.
Do not put extra recycling in plastic bags. Plastic bags of recycling will not be collected.
📍 Drop-off / special
Glass is not collected curbside. Foam, overwrap, glass, some special recyclables, household hazardous waste and difficult items may need a depot or the Waste Management Centre.
Garbage: one 80 L can. Organics: weekly 360 L limit. Recycling: weekly and unlimited in proper blue boxes. Glass: not curbside. Wildlife rule: only put waste out on collection day.
Campbell River Set-Out Rules: 7:30 a.m., Midnight Earliest and 8 p.m. Return
Set-out timing matters in Campbell River because garbage, organics and recycling attract bears and other wildlife. The City’s curbside guidance is specific: place material out as close to 7:30 a.m. as possible, no earlier than midnight on collection day, and bring containers back to your property by 8 p.m.
Pickup-ready setup
- Check your address schedule or app reminder.
- Put garbage, organics and recycling out on collection day only.
- Set out as close to 7:30 a.m. as possible.
- Do not set out before midnight on collection day.
- Bring containers back by 8 p.m. after collection.
- Use lidded containers for garbage and organics.
- Keep food waste secure to reduce bear attractants.
Common collection problems
- Putting waste out the night before.
- Leaving bins out after 8 p.m.
- Using green kitchen bins for curbside organics.
- Using compostable plastic bags in organics.
- Putting glass in curbside recycling.
- Putting recycling in plastic bags.
- Using an overweight garbage or organics container.
Campbell River is bear country. Waste placed at the curb overnight can attract bears, raccoons and other wildlife. If collection is delayed, bring containers back by 8 p.m. and place them out again on the rescheduled day. Yard waste with no food waste can remain curbside.
Campbell River Garbage and Organics Limits, Tags and Container Rules
The most common curbside mistake is putting out too much material or using the wrong container. Campbell River’s standard curbside limits are easy to remember once you separate garbage from organics.
One 80 L can weekly
The City limits curbside garbage to one 80 L can per household per week. The can must weigh less than 20 kg / 44 lb.
$4 extra container tag
If you have more than 80 L of garbage, a $4 garbage tag covers one extra container up to 80 L and 20 kg. Tags are sold at City Hall, the Sportsplex and the Community Centre.
360 L per week
Organics have a 360 L per household weekly limit. Each organics container should be no larger than 121 L and no heavier than 20 kg.
If you have more than 360 L of organics, the City lists $4 organic collection tags for additional waste. Yard waste can also be dropped off at the Waste Management Centre, where fees may apply.
Campbell River Organics: Food Waste, Yard Waste and Compostable Bag Mistakes
Campbell River accepts food and yard waste year-round through weekly organics collection. The program keeps food scraps and yard waste out of landfill, but only if residents avoid contamination.
Food scraps and food-soiled paper
Accepted food waste includes table scraps, food scrapings, breads, pasta, rice, coffee grounds, dairy, eggshells, fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, bones, paper towels, napkins, plates, pizza boxes and tea bags when prepared correctly.
Leaves, plants and branches
Accepted yard waste includes garden trimmings, leaves, plants, flowers, sod, small amounts of soil and branches up to about 7.5 cm / 3 in diameter that fit in the bin with the lid closed.
No compostable plastic bags
Plastic, compostable or biodegradable plastic bags, containers and cutlery are not accepted in the organics program. They contaminate the finished compost and will be left at the curb.
The small green kitchen bins are for daily indoor disposal only. Do not place organics at the curb in kitchen bins or paper yard waste bags if they contain food waste. Use a strong lidded exterior container and clearly label it for organic waste.
Campbell River Recycling: Blue Box, Unlimited Recycling and Glass Drop-Off
Campbell River accepts recycling year-round through the weekly curbside collection program. The key rules are simple: use a proper blue box, do not bag extra recycling in plastic, and keep glass out of curbside recycling.
Unlimited recycling
An unlimited amount of recycling can be placed at the curb in a City-supplied blue box. Additional blue boxes can be purchased at City Hall.
Paper, cardboard, metal and hard plastic
Accepted examples include newspapers, flyers, pizza boxes, magazines, flattened cardboard, paper egg cartons, cans, foil, cartons, non-toxic aerosol cans, plastic garden pots and hard plastic containers.
Not curbside
Glass is not collected curbside because it can break and contaminate other recyclables. Polystyrene foam is collected at depots, not in the curbside blue box.
Place paper and cardboard at the bottom of the box with heavier items on top. Shredded paper must be contained in something like a cereal box, not in a plastic bag.
Missed Garbage, Recycling or Organics Pickup in Campbell River
If your curbside pickup was missed, use the City’s contractor contact first. But before calling, check whether the issue was actually a missed truck or a set-out/container problem.
Call Emterra
For a singular missed pickup or curbside service inquiry, call Emterra Environmental at 250-286-0211 to arrange a new pickup.
Check the basics
Confirm the correct day, statutory holiday shift, set-out time, container limit, weight limit, plastic-bag mistake, glass contamination and wildlife set-out rule.
Bring bins back by 8 p.m.
The City says to bring garbage, recycling and organics back to your property by 8 p.m. Yard waste bags or containers with no food waste can remain at the curbside.
If the City cancels collection in your area due to hazardous weather or other factors, the missed waste is picked up on your next scheduled collection day. The City allows one extra 80 L garbage container, maximum 20 kg / 44 lb, at no additional fee after a City-cancelled collection.
Campbell River Garbage Dump: Official Waste Management Centre at 6700 Argonaut Road
Many residents search “Campbell River garbage dump,” but the official facility is the Campbell River Waste Management Centre. It is operated by Comox Strathcona Waste Management and now functions as a waste transfer station after the landfill reached capacity.
6700 Argonaut Road
The Campbell River Waste Management Centre is located at 6700 Argonaut Road, Campbell River, BC V9H 1P1. Directions from Campbell River are via Highway 28 toward Gold River, then left on Argonaut Road.
8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
The official facility page lists the centre as open seven days a week, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and closed on all statutory holidays.
250-287-8530
Call the facility or check the Comox Strathcona Waste Management website before visiting with unusual items, hazardous waste, yard waste, bulky material, renovation debris or fee-sensitive loads.
Sort your load first. Glass, foam, household hazardous waste, yard waste, garbage, construction materials and recyclables can have different disposal areas and fees. Check the official CSWM page for current fees and accepted materials.
Wildlife and Waste in Campbell River: Bears, Overnight Curbside Waste and RAPP
Campbell River’s waste rules are strongly connected to wildlife safety. Waste is a bear attractant, and the City says garbage, recycling and organics may only be put out curbside on the day of collection.
No overnight waste
Do not place garbage, recycling or organics at the curb overnight. Bears and other wildlife can access unsecured waste and become conditioned to human food.
Clean and freeze
The City suggests cleaning bins with eco-friendly detergent or baking soda and freezing compost between collection days to reduce attractants.
Call RAPP if needed
To report a dangerous wildlife-human interaction, call the Province’s 24-hour Report All Poachers and Polluters hotline at 1-877-952-7277.
Even properties that do not receive City curbside service, such as apartments, townhouses, condos and trailer parks, must take reasonable steps to prevent wildlife access to unsecured or improperly stored waste.
Campbell River Waste Collection by Property Type
The City curbside program is not for every address. Before following single-family rules, check whether your property type is included in City curbside collection.
City curbside service
The City provides weekly curbside garbage, recycling and organics collection to single-family and duplex homes through Emterra Environmental.
Not in City curbside
Apartments, townhouses, condos, larger multi-family properties and trailer parks are not included in the City curbside collection program. Ask your strata, property manager or hauler.
Optional service
The City notes that triplexes and fourplexes have optional service. Use the City or property manager to confirm before relying on a curbside schedule.
2027 Automated Collection Transition: What Campbell River Residents Should Watch
The City states that curbside waste collection will continue as currently scheduled through the remainder of 2026. In early 2027, Campbell River plans to transition to automated waste collection, with new curbside collection carts delivered to residents in late 2026 before the service change.
Current schedule continues
Follow the existing City schedule, container limits, set-out timing and Emterra contact path through the remainder of 2026.
New carts expected
The City says new curbside collection carts will be delivered ahead of the automated service change.
Automated service transition
Watch the City’s curbside collection page and Campbell River Recycles app alerts for cart placement rules, collection changes and updated instructions.
Until the City publishes final automated collection details, follow the current 2026 rules and official alerts. Do not assume future cart sizes, truck timing or placement rules.
Official Campbell River Garbage Collection Links
Use these official resources for final decisions because schedules, holiday shifts, tag prices, app alerts, depot hours, fees and accepted items can change.
Campbell River Garbage Schedule FAQ
How do I check my Campbell River garbage pickup day?
Use the City of Campbell River curbside collection schedule page or the Campbell River Recycles app. Enter your home address to see your next collection day, view a calendar, download a calendar and set reminders.
Is garbage collected weekly in Campbell River?
Yes. The City offers weekly curbside collection for garbage, recycling and organics to eligible single-family and duplex homes through Emterra Environmental.
What time should Campbell River garbage be at the curb?
Place garbage at the curb as close to 7:30 a.m. as possible on your scheduled collection day, but no earlier than midnight. Bring containers back to your property by 8 p.m.
What is the Campbell River garbage limit?
The standard curbside garbage limit is one 80 L can per household per week. The garbage can must weigh less than 20 kg / 44 lb.
How much are extra garbage tags in Campbell River?
The City lists garbage tags at $4. Each tag covers one extra container up to 80 L and 20 kg. Tags are available at City Hall, the Sportsplex and the Community Centre.
Who do I call for a missed pickup in Campbell River?
Call Emterra Environmental at 250-286-0211 for missed curbside pickup or garbage, recycling and organics service questions.
Where is the Campbell River garbage dump?
The official facility is the Campbell River Waste Management Centre at 6700 Argonaut Road, Campbell River, BC V9H 1P1. The listed phone number is 250-287-8530.
What are the Campbell River Waste Management Centre hours?
The official CSWM page lists the facility as open seven days a week from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and closed on statutory holidays. Check the official page before visiting.
Is glass collected at the curb in Campbell River?
No. The City says glass is not collected curbside because it can break, create safety hazards and contaminate other recyclables. Use depot options for glass.
Can I use compostable plastic bags for Campbell River organics?
No. The City says plastic, compostable or biodegradable plastic bags are not accepted in the organics program because they contaminate finished compost.
Do Campbell River apartments and condos get City curbside collection?
No. The City curbside program is for single-family and duplex homes. Multi-family or strata properties, including apartments, townhouses and condos, and trailer parks are not included. Triplexes and fourplexes may have optional service.
Editorial and Source Verification Note
This independent Campbell River garbage schedule guide was refreshed for garbage-collection.org using official City of Campbell River curbside collection pages, garbage program guidance, organics program guidance, recycling program guidance, wildlife conflict rules, waste management resources, illegal dumping information, Campbell River Recycles app information and Comox Strathcona Waste Management’s Campbell River Waste Management Centre page.
Always verify live details with the City of Campbell River, Campbell River Recycles app, Emterra Environmental, Comox Strathcona Waste Management, your strata, your property manager or your private hauler before setting out waste, reporting missed pickup, buying tags, using organics containers or visiting the Waste Management Centre.
Final Resident Summary: Bookmark This Before Campbell River Garbage Day
The best way to use the Campbell River garbage schedule is simple: check your address in the City schedule or Campbell River Recycles app, put garbage, organics and recycling out as close to 7:30 a.m. as possible on collection day, and bring containers back by 8 p.m.
Garbage is limited to one 80 L can per household per week, under 20 kg. Extra eligible garbage requires a $4 tag. Organics are weekly with a 360 L household limit, but compostable plastic bags are not accepted. Recycling is weekly and unlimited in proper blue boxes, but glass is not collected curbside. If you are searching for the Campbell River garbage dump, use the official Campbell River Waste Management Centre at 6700 Argonaut Road and check hours, fees and accepted materials before driving.
This page is designed like a local Campbell River pickup cockpit: fast answer first, official links visible, wildlife rules included, Argonaut Road mapped, and no fake pickup-day guesses.