SASKATOON — The City of Saskatoon’s Compost Depot is set to open in time for spring clean-up, Monday, April 14.
Residents are invited to drop off excess yard waste, including leaves, grass, sod, topsoil, garden refuse, non-elm branches, stumps and tree trimmings, at no cost. This helps keep yard waste out of the Landfill and produces high-quality, nutrient-rich compost and mulch used in Saskatoon’s parks and community gardens.
In addition to dropping off yard waste, residents are welcome to take part in the Dig-Your-Own program at the . Residents can self-load up to 1 cubic yard of compost and mulch at no cost, while supplies last. Accessibility will be dictated by site conditions. The Compost Depot is open seven days a week, including statutory holidays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. with the final vehicles being admitted at 5:50 p.m.
All loads must be covered when transported within City limits to prevent debris from blowing off vehicles.
The City Compost Depot does not accept elm wood, sawdust, treated and untreated lumber, building materials, garbage or any animal waste/litter. Food waste is also not accepted for drop-off at the compost depots; selected food waste may be and all food waste can be placed in . Excess yard waste is welcomed at the Compost Depot.
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