Cardboard Diversion Program
The Cardboard Diversion Program was introduced in October 2000 to encourage the recycling of cardboard within the ICI sector ( industrial, commercial and institutional).
How does this program affect me?
ICI consumers within the City of Grande Prairie are affected. There is a $12.50 cardboard recycling fee on their monthly utility bill.
What is the fee used for?
Over 55 community cardboard recycling bins have been placed in key areas within our community. The fee collected funds the placement and servicing of these bins.
What if I have cardboard in my load that I'm taking to the landfill?
Cardboard needs to be separated from your regular garbage. Smaller amounts of cardboard can be placed into the cardboard recycling container that is located at the landfill site.
A double tipping fee of $168/tonne ($20 min) will apply to loads that are disposed of with large amounts of cardboard included.
Commercial front-loading garbage trucks will not be charged a double tipping fee for loads that contain cardboard.
How can I apply for an exemption?
You can apply for an exemption if your business:
- Rents a cardboard recycling bin. Please include a copy of a cardboard recycling bin invoice when applying for an exemption.
- Recycles cardboard in other ways.
Please send your program exemption application to:
Commercial Waste Diversion Coordinator
Grande Prairie, AB T8V 2M9
Call (780) 538-0452 or email info@aquatera.ca for more information
