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Free Tipping Days FAQs

How do I participate in Free Tipping Days

1.Bring your load of household waste to Aspen Waste Management Facility (located on the west side of Highway 22 on 58th Avenue) Between October 14 and 15, or October 21 and 22, 2022. October 14 and 15, 2022
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
October 21 and 22, 2022
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 2.Provide proof of residency (driver’s license, tax bill, utility bill). 3.Your household information will be recorded. 4.You will be permitted to cross the scale ONCE at no charge, and within the specified weight, during Free Tipping Days.

When is Free Tipping Days?

Free Tipping Days will take place on October 14-15, and October 21-22, 2022.

October 14 – 15, 2022
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

October 21 – 22, 2022
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

This access cannot be deferred to another time during the year.

Can I participate in Free Tipping Days if I am a renter?

Yes, as a renter you can participate with proof of residency.

I am a business owner in Drayton Valley, can I participate in Free Tipping Days?

No, this is for households only.

My garbage pickup day is Fridays. Will my garbage still be picked up?

Yes, curbside waste collection will continue as scheduled.

Free Tipping Days is an opportunity to dispose of items too large to put out for regular curbside collection.

Is there a limit to how much I can bring?

The equivalent of one pickup truck load equal to but not exceeding 500 kg (approximately 1100 lbs.)

What if I go over the allotted weight?

Anything over 500kg will be charged. The rate for household waste is $75.00 per tonne.

Can anyone from my household participate in Free Tipping Days?

Anyone from your household can participate, however, each household is permitted one use with a limit of 500 kg per household (one truck load).

Proof of residency will be required.

I am not a resident of Drayton Valley, can I participate in Free Tipping Days?

No, this program is for Town of Drayton Valley households only.

Is there a list of the prohibited and restricted items?

Prohibited Items:

  • Animal Waste
  • Animal Carcasses
  • Burn Barrels
  • Chemical Wastes
  • Creosote Contaminated Wood
  • Hazardous Wastes
  • Human Wastes
  • Liquid Wastes
  • Radioactive Wastes
  • Sealed Drums
  • Sewage / Septic Wastes
  • Tar
  • Toxic Materials

Restricted Items

  • Ashes(must be in plastic bags or cardboard boxes)
  • Batteries
  • CFC Units (fridges, freezers)
  • E-waste
  • Impacted Soil (by approval only)
  • Oil Filters
  • Paint
  • Pesticide Containers
  • Propane Bottles
  • Residential Household Hazardous Waste
  • Scrap Metals
  • Tires
  • Waste Oil
  • Wire & Cable

If you do not see your item listed and you want to be certain on whether it will be accepted please contact Aspen Waste Management  at 780 542 6190

Are there fees for appliances that have CFC (chlorofluorocarbon) units?

There is a $60.00 fee for items containing CFC units. Typically, these appliances are fridges, freezers, air conditioners etc.

I am unable to take my items on these days. What can I do?

You can make arrangements for a third party to drop off your items, however they must have your proof of residency with them and notify the attendant that items are being dropped off on your behalf.

If I have questions, who can I contact?

Town of Drayton Valley
780-514-2200

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    • Schools
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      • Community Sustainability Plan
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      • Energy & Emissions Reduction Initiatives
      • Clean Energy Improvement Program
      • Foodcycler Pilot Project
    • Town Maintenance
      ▼
      • Snow Removal and Seasonal Parking Ban
      • Greenspace Maintenance
      • Spring & Summer Maintenance
      • Summer Greenspace Maintenance FAQ
      • Flowerpot & Flowerbed Sponsorships
      • Dust Suppression
      • Community Clean-Up Program
    • Water Treatment Plant
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      • Water and Sanitary FAQ
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      • Aspen Waste Management Facility
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      • Free Tipping Days
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      • Area Structure Plans
      • Compliance Certificates
      • Intermunicipal Development Plan
      • Intermunicipal Dispute between the Town of Drayton Valley and Brazeau County
      • Land Use Bylaw
      • Municipal Development Plan
      • Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bylaw Review
      • Permits and Information
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      • Subdivision and Development Appeals
      • Subdividing and Rezoning
      • Planning and Development FAQ
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    • This is Drayton Valley
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      ▼
      • Drayton Valley RV Park & Campground
      • Area Campgrounds
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      ▼
      • Eleanor Pickup Arts Centre
      • Event and Conference Centre
      • MacKenzie Conference Centre
    • Block Party
    • Drayton Valley Triathlon
    • Electronic Sign
    • Events
    • Library
    • Places of Worship
    • Outdoor Recreation
      ▼
      • Agents of Discovery
      • Eagle Point Blue Rapids Provincial Recreation Area
      • Golf Courses
      • Parks and Trails
      • Sports and Recreational Organizations
      • Pump Track
    • Parks and Recreation Map
    • Recreational Facilities
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      • Ricochet Oil Corp. Aquatic Centre
      • Omniplex
      • Park Valley Pool
      • Total Works Health & Fitness Centre
    • Tourism Information
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      • Drayton Valley Industrial Airport
        ▼
        • Drone Rules & Regulations
      • Eagle Points Blue Rapids
      • Drayton Valley Museum