Waste Management Master Plan
Let's Talk Trash!
Project Background
The City of Lethbridge is creating a comprehensive Waste Management Plan to guide the future of waste diversion and prevention-related activities within the City of Lethbridge. Specifically, the plan will leverage existing programs and propose new programs and activities to further Lethbridge's waste diversion potential.
The City of Lethbridge aims to advance the current waste management system in an effort to shift to a more circular economy. The City’s program improvements and new activities will be informed by industry best practices, community insights and municipal frameworks (such as recent plans, policies and public feedback).
This plan contributes directly to achieving one of City Council’s six strategic priorities; protecting and preserving our natural environment in Lethbridge, aiming to promote and provide opportunities for waste diversion.
Mission
The City of Lethbridge Waste & Recycling Utility's mission is to provide the community with an integrated and sustainable waste management system to maintain a clean, healthy urban environment.
Get Involved
The City will be seeking input from residents, businesses and industry stakeholders to inform the final plan. The first phase of engagement gathered input on the values and concerns associated with waste in Lethbridge. Phase 1 included surveys, focus groups and virtual open houses, where residents and businesses provided input to inform the new Waste Management Master Plan. Thanks to all who participated!
The second phase of engagement will seek feedback on the proposed programs and activities before the City brings the plan into action. Stay tuned for Phase 2 engagement events!
Find Out More
- What impacts waste in Lethbridge?
- Why are we creating a Waste Management Master Plan?
- What are the financial impacts of waste?
- What is a circular economy?
- What's the difference between waste reduction and waste diversion?
The City of Lethbridge's Residential Waste Diversion Strategy provides an overview of current residential programs and targets for the future of Waste & Recycling in the City of Lethbridge. The City's ICI Waste Diversion Strategy guides the Industrial, Commercial and Institutional (Business) sector. To learn more about Waste & Recycling in Lethbridge visit curbside.lethbridge.ca or visit lethbridge.ca/wrs.