2016 Residential Leaf Pick-up Schedule and Information
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Placing leaves in clear,
100% compostable bags
helps prevent flooding by keeping
gutters, streets, sidewalks and
storm drain grates clear of leaves.
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There are two ways to get your leaves picked up:
1. Scheduled Neighbourhood Leaf Collection
There are two deadlines for Neighbourhood Collection this year:
First Deadline
Second Deadline
James Bay, Fairfield, Rockland, Gonzales
October 16
December 12
Adopt a Storm Drain Grate
Oaklands, Fernwood, North Jubilee, South Jubilee
November 7
December 19
To prevent flooding, please help us keep
storm drain grates clear. Sweep leaves and
tree needles away from grates
to allow rain water to enter freely,
and avoid water backups on
streets and into properties.
To report a blocked grate, please call our
24-hour line at 250.361.0400.
Victoria West, Burnside Gorge, Hillside Quadra,
North Park, Harris Green, Downtown
November 28
December 26
• Locate your neighbourhood on the map and note the deadlines for having your leaves ready.
• Place your leaves on the boulevard in loose piles, secured by wire mesh rings, or in tied,
clear, 100% compostable bags. There is no limit to the number of bags or piles you can set out.
• City trucks make one pass down each street at each deadline.
• The schedule is based on the common tree species and their expected leaf-drop in each
neighbourhood, and consideration for neighbourhoods prone to flooding.
• You can also drop bagged leaves off at the Public Works Yard on Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
For More Information
2. Bagged Leaves “Call for Pick-up” Service
T 250.361.0600
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• This service provides the flexibility of having your leaves picked up before your scheduled
neighbourhood collection date.
victoria.ca/leafpickup
• Call or email for pickup from October 17 to December 16, 2016 for service within five business days.
• There is no additional charge for this service. Victoria residents must provide their first and last
name, street address, phone number, and the number of bags for pick-up.
• Leaves must be bagged in clear, 100% compostable bags.
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December 19
CALEDONIA
• Ivy clippings, pine needles, soil, blackberry
canes, rocks, morning glory, roots, garden
refuse, stumps, compost, lawn clippings,
branches, construction lumber or branch
material from commercial tree contractors
and landscaping companies.
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• Please follow the No Parking signs placed
out ahead of the crews. Your cooperation
ensures our access to collect your leaf piles
and bags.
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• To prevent flooding, keep gutters, streets,
sidewalks and storm drains clear of leaves.
• Please do not rake or blow leaves onto the
sidewalk, or into the gutter or street.
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• Always use clear, 100% compostable bags.
• Do not place leaves in other plastic bags,
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City of Victoria crews will
soon be collecting leaves
along your street.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Bag Leaves?
Placing leaves in clear, 100% compostable bags helps
prevent flooding by keeping gutters, streets, sidewalks and
storm drain grates clear of leaves.
• There is no limit to the number of leaf piles or bags
per household.
• The City sells clear, 100% compostable bags at City Hall
and Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre. A 10-pack costs
$12.50 plus tax.
• Bags can also be purchased at local retailers. Look for
compostable bags marked ASTM #D6400 or EN13432.
Bags should be no larger than 107cm x 127cm.
• Protect your grass by bagging your leaves and
placing leaves out approximately one week before
scheduled collection.
• To prevent flooding, please help keep storm drain
grates clear.
How is the schedule determined?
• The City collects leaves from parks, sports fields,
medians, parking lots, tennis courts and streets first.
• Residential areas are next. Neighbourhoods with
early leaf drop and those prone to flooding are given
top priority.
How are residential leaves collected
and reused?
Loose and bagged leaves are transported to the Beacon
Hill Park Maintenance Yard for composting and reuse
in City gardens.
Can I compost my leaves instead?
Absolutely. Mulched leaves are a valuable source
of nutrients for potted plants, flowers, shrubs and trees.
For more information on backyard composting contact
the Greater Victoria Compost Education Centre
at 250.386.9676 or visit compost.bc.ca
Leaf and Garden Waste Drop-off
Victoria residents can drop off garden waste for free, yearround at the City of Victoria Public Works Yard, 417 Garbally
Road on Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proof of residency
required through a valid driver’s licence or a City of Victoria
utility bill that indicates kitchen scraps and garbage service.
For more information call 250.361.0400.
Accepted: leaves, branches, vines, grass
Not accepted: rocks, sod, soil, stumps, or branches greater
than 1.8 metres (6 feet) in length or 50 millimetres (2 inches)
in diameter
• Weather and timing of leaf drop determine how quickly
the City can collect leaves.
Please do not drop off leaves at the Beacon Hill Park
Maintenance Yard.
• In the event of heavy snow or rain the schedule
may change.
For More Information
• Scheduled Neighbourhood Collection starts October 17
and ends in late December. Call for Pick-up Service starts
on October 17 and ends December 16.
T 250.361.0600
E [email protected]
victoria.ca/leafpickup
PICK-UP PROGRAM
2016