City of Calgary Free Compost Giveaway Is Back
- Mar 30
- 1 min read
It may not feel like it, but spring is just around the corner, and that means the City of Calgary’s Annual Compost Giveaway returns for another year, offering free compost to help residents get their yards and gardens growing.
Made from food scraps and yard waste collected through the Green Cart program, compost is a simple way to put waste to good use and support healthier soil and outdoor spaces across our communities.
What to Know
Compost is available April 13 through May 30 at both the Shepard and Spyhill landfills, by appointment only.
Bookings open March 31, with spots released in phases:
March 31: for bookings April 13 to May 2
April 28: for bookings May 4 to May 16
May 12: for bookings May 18 to May 30
Each household can book one appointment and collect up to 100 litres of compost during their schedule time.
Please be sure to bring your own shovel, gloves, containers, and a tarp to transport what you take.
How to Use Compost
A little compost goes a long way. It’s best used to enrich soil, helping improve the health of lawns, garden beds, and plants. Compost should be mixed with existing soil rather than used on its own.
Whether you’re planting a garden, refreshing your yard, or just getting back outside after winter, this is an easy way to give your soil a boost while making use of a great city program.
Find more information and booking details at calgary.ca/compost. Appointments fill up quickly, so please register early.
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