ASSINIBOIA — Time for spring cleaning, sweeping the community with help from Town of Assiniboia. TOA is reminding residents that spring cleaning measures are underway or beginning. Residents can help by cleaning up their properties and neighbourhoods.
The TOA will again be offering free landfill tipping for Assiniboia residents only. From May 10-17, residents can bring their cleanup items to the landfill. But first, you must get a free tipping ticket to verify your address, which is now available at the town office.
This week of free tipping includes residential and commercial waste only, excluding contractor and demolition waste.
Tina Dijkstra, finance/administration co-ordinator for the Town of Assiniboia, says, “The free tipping is an incentive for residents to do a spring cleanup of their yards and get rid of unwanted items. We encourage people to recycle what they can. We have Salvation Army and SARCAN, both providing a great service for residents with lots of options for recycle that will aid in waste reduction.”
TOA notes that in 2024, during spring tipping, the Assiniboia landfill received 46,900 kilograms of refuse from Assiniboia residents. That's a total of $4,690 in tipping fees.
“We know that number reflects the pride residents take in keeping their properties tidy.”
Those hauling during free tipping week are reminded to ensure their loads are covered and need to present their free tipping ticket to the operator before dumping.
Residents are also reminded that compost and branches are accepted year-round for free at the landfill, as there is no curbside compost pick up by the town.
Don’t have a way to transport your spring cleanup during free tipping week? Seeking a fundraising opportunity for your group or organization? At one time, Communities in Bloom would use the free tipping week as an organization fundraiser. The TOA has been looking for an organization to take this service over
The opportunity involves access to a truck and/or trailer, along with able-bodied individuals from your organization. A number for residents to call is provided as they organize items/garbage/yard waste to be picked up and hauled to the dump for a donation.
The town will help promote your organization through posters, civic news, website and social media. Interested parties can contact the town office at 306-642-5003 or email [email protected]
Did you know that the TOA has a compost bin and barrel rebate policy, which offers a way for residents to aid in the reduction of pressure on the Assiniboia Water Treatment Plant and the Assiniboia Landfill.
“This rebate program offer is available to residents of Assiniboia who: 1.) Have a utility account in good standing, 2.) Purchase a rain barrel and/or compost bin from a local retailer, 3). Provide proof of installation at their residence. For more information, visit our website at or stop by the town office,” says Dijkstra.
On behalf of the TOA, Dijkstra reminds residents, “The TOA has Community Standards Bylaw 09/20 that gives residents some guidelines when it comes to property maintenance. We encourage residents to help out their neighbours if they are able and see a need for it.”
