Hours of operation
- Open Monday to Sunday: 8:15 a.m. - 5:45 p.m.
- Closed: December 25 and January 1
The busiest time at the landfill is between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. To avoid traffic congestion, you may want to arrange to dispose of your waste outside of these times.
The municipal landfill is located approximately 1.6 kilometres south of Fort McMurray on Highway 63. The entrance is on the west side of the highway.
For your safety and the safety of others, please obey the posted signs and follow direction from the landfill team. To make your visit more efficient, please separate your waste before arriving.
Safety and PPE
The Landfill and Public Drop Off Area are use at your own risk facilities. While using the landfill, you are required to wear the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Steel-toed footwear, safety vest, safety gloves. While using the Public Drop Off Area you should be wearing closed toe shoes.
Other Safety Measures:
- Children and pets are to remain inside the vehicle at all times
- Absolutely no smoking on site
- Be cautious of wildlife in the area
- Obey all signs and follow the direction of staff
- Verbal abuse will not be tolerated
Landfill fees
Debit, credit and cash are accepted as payment. If paying by cash, correct change is recommended to ensure a quicker transaction. Due to COVID-19, we strongly recommend debit and credit transactions only.
Residential and commercial fees |
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Residential Only:
Residential and Commercial:
Commercial Haulers: All commercially registered properties or commercial contractors are required to have the soil tested. Soil disposal applications are available by calling Pulse at 780-743-7000.
Approved contaminated soil - $87.00/metric tonne Approved clean soil - $3.00/metric tonne
A full list of landfill fees can be found online in the Fees, Rates and Charges Bylaw. |
Recycling programs at the landfill
- Used oil recycling program
- Glycol recycling program
- Propane cylinder recycling (up to and including 20 lb. units)
- Battery recovery program (no industrial-sized batteries)
- Tire recycling program (up to 24 inch)
- E-waste recovery program
- E-waste extended pilot program
- White goods program (refrigerators and other appliances containing CFC)
- Scrap metal recovery program
- Concrete and rebar diversion program
- Asphalt recovery program
- You can bring recyclable material to the landfill at any time without incurring entry or disposal fees; please keep in mind that weighing in and out is still necessary even if no entry or disposal fee is collected
List of unacceptable Materials
- Free liquids
- Drilling muds
- Explosives
- Biomedical/biological/pathological waste
- Radioactive waste
- Oilfield waste
- Pesticides
- Bentonite and bentonite-contaminated products
- Asbestos
- Industrial abrasives
- Ozone depleting substances
- Hazardous waste
- Mold
- Hot ashes
- Sulphur and sulphur-contaminated products
- Automobiles
- Rig matts
- Creosote Poles or Railway ties
- Automobiles
Weather impacts to the landfill
Did you know that the weather can impact services at the landfill?
When it's wet or snowy, conditions can get messy and we may need to modify service. When the weather is messy, call Pulse before you visit the landfill and we'll let you know if there are any impacts to service.
Tarp Your Load!
It is required by law that every load being transported over a public roadway be covered or secured in a manner to prevent debris from falling from the vehicle. The fine for an obstruction to this bylaw is $150 and there are absolutely no exceptions. Refer to Bylaw no. 02/079.
Report a litter infraction or illegal dumping
Residents should report littering or illegal dumping by calling:
- RCMP non-emergency line: 780-788-4000
- Bylaw: 780-788-4200 (6 a.m. - 9 p.m. daily)
Residents are encouraged to report any litter infractions or illegal dumping they witness to aid in maintaining the local environment and community appearance.
For inquiries about the landfill, please contact PULSE.