Brentwood Office

A message from the City of Calgary

Create more memories, less waste this holiday season

The holidays bring joy—and extra waste. We generate about 25% more this time of year from wrapping paper, packaging, and leftover food. Small changes can make a big impact:

1. Give experiences instead of things. Time together creates lasting memories.
2. Make or repurpose gifts. Handmade or passed-down items tell a story.
3. Wrap creatively. Reuse bags, bows, or wrap with fabric.
4. Shop with purpose. Plan ahead and choose thoughtful gifts.
5. Reduce food waste. Stick to a grocery list, use leftovers, or send extras home with guests.

Christmas tree composting 

When the holidays are over, give your real Christmas tree a green goodbye by choosing one of the following options:

• Green Cart Pickup: Remove decorations, cut into small pieces, and place in your green cart.
• Drop-Off (until Jan 31): Take your undecorated, unbagged tree to a designated site.
  Find locations: Christmas Tree Composting Program

Holiday collection changes
Please note blue, black and green cart pickup date changes in your community!

Thursday, Dec 25 → moves to Monday, Dec 22

Thursday, Jan 1 → moves to Monday, Dec 29

Regular Thursday collection resumes Jan 8. Check your schedule at calgary.ca/cartschedule.

Thank you for helping keep Calgary clean and green. Happy Holidays!

A message from the City of Calgary

Winter Green Cart Schedule

Starting in November, your green cart will be collected every other week. This seasonal schedule helps match service to the lower volumes of yard waste during colder months.

Weekly collection will return in April 2026, when spring clean-up season begins.

We know Calgary’s weather can be unpredictable. That’s why we base the schedule on long-term trends—when cart volumes usually drop and when snowy conditions often arrive. By planning ahead, we keep the program reliable, cost-effective, and ready with the right trucks, drivers, and resources in place.

• Visit ca/cartschedule to check your cart pickup schedule and sign up for reminders.
• Make it easy to remember your cart collection schedule this winter by downloading the Calgary Garbage Day app.
• If you have extra yard waste, you can also bring it to a City Eco Centre for composting. Free Fall Yard Waste Program – running Friday September 19 – Saturday, Nov 1, 2025

Thank you for doing your part to keep Calgary clean and green year-round!

Great opportunity to get fit and be a part of a great group of men.

What is F3: F3 started in 2011 in Charlotte, North Carolina and has grown worldwide with 3,400+ scheduled workouts each week, 3 in Calgary, through the efforts of men whose lives have been changed by their involvement with F3. The three Fs stand for Fitness, Fellowship and Faith. F3 Fitness does not promote any specific religion or faith. It’s a fitness organization for men that focuses on Fitness, Fellowship, and Faith, where “Faith” is defined as a belief in something bigger than oneself, rather than a specific religious doctrine. Definitely a low-key part of the NW Calgary group, “We just wanted to encourage fitness and create connections. All that’s asked is that people come out and have fun.”

Curious about F3 contact 780-863-3934, Calgary Signup https://www.f3calgary.com/subscribe, Reddit F3 Chain here

Mondays 5:30am-6:15am – Nose Hill, Brisebois Parking lot. Mondays are walks in the park or jogs; alternates each week

Tuesday/Thursday – 5:30am-6:15am  @ 2019 Chicoutimi Dr

Saturday 6:30am-7:30am @ 2019 Chicoutimi Dr