Waste Management Master Plan

Key concepts of the Master Plan are waste reduction and waste diversion, meaning items stay out of the landfill to begin with. This is mostly done by using the three Rs framework: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.

The City of Lethbridge has waste diversion targets specific to the residential sector. Targets in the residential sector are measured by calculating the amount of diverted material relative to the amount of waste generated overall. 

The current Waste Diversion Policy goals for the residential sector are: 

• By 2030, 65% waste diversion 

In order to meet the 2030 goal, the City implement additional waste diversion methods. The following questions will help the City understand current challenges with waste reduction and diversion and the level of support for new ideas to meet the 2030 target.  

This survey is intended for all residents of Lethbridge, whether you live in a single-unit (detached) home, or a multi-unit complex (such as an apartment, condo or townhouse). If you would like background information on any of the City's waste and recycling programs, please visit lethbridge.ca/wrs. The survey should take 5 to 10 minutes to complete, responses are confidential and anonymous.

This survey is intended for those who manage garbage and recycling materials in a non-residential setting. This includes all organizations in Lethbridge (commercial, industrial, institutional and not-for-profits). A separate survey is available for residents. You may complete both surveys separately, but for this survey please think of responses as a business leader responsible for waste management for your organization. 

Background information is available at lethbridge.ca/wrs. The survey should take 5-10 minutes to complete, responses are confidential and anonymous.