Services

Garbage & Recycling

Oak Bay garbage, curbside organics and recycling collection is provided for residential property owners (excludes single family homes on private streets) bi-weekly.

This service is noted and included on your utility bills. Recycling in Oak Bay, and throughout Greater Victoria, is coordinated by the Capital Regional District.

In this section, you will find information on when your next pickup date is, how to sort your recycling and organics, what happens in winter weather and more.

Purchase Garbage Totes

Totes can be purchased from the District of Oak Bay’s Public Works yard by calling 250-598-4501. Grey, blue or green totes are $95 each including tax.

Leaf Collection Schedule

Oak Bay leaf collection takes place yearly in the fall, weather permitting. Specific areas will also be picked up according to our schedule. Visit our leaf and garden waste page to learn more.

Contact Us

For more information on missed Oak Bay garbage collection, schedules and more, contact your provider below.

Garbage Collection

Oak Bay Public Works

Organics

GFL Environmental

Recycling

GFL Environmental

Capital Regional District

Oak Bay Garbage & Recycling

Collection Schedules
A sign at Oak Bay's drop off recycling depot saying "loose plastics only, no bagged items," a service provided on top of Oak Bay garbage collection.
Sorting Guidelines
Special Waste Disposal
Winter Weather and Roads
Frequently Asked Questions