Yard waste drop-off & chipper days

There are a few convenient ways to dispose of yard waste in Whistler.  

Nester's Depot free yard waste drop-off 

From April to November residential (non-commercial) yard waste can be dropped off free of charge at the Nesters Waste Depot daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

The following items are accepted:

• Grass, leaves, branches (up to 10 cm in diameter), twigs
• Weeds, flowers and house plants (no pots) with dirt shaken off
• Minimal dirt or sand

These materials are not accepted in the yard waste bin:

• Dirt and gravel
• Rocks
• Plastic bags
• Paving stone or concrete
• Wood with paint or glue
• Plywood or fiberboard

Invasive plants are accepted, but must be separated into the bins marked “Invasive Only”.

Waste Transfer Station yard waste drop-off

Residents can drop off yard waste year-round , and commercial landscapers must drop off yard waste at the Waste Transfer Station in the Callaghan Valley. Tipping fees apply.

Invasive plants are accepted, but must be separated into the bins marked “Invasive Only".

FireSmart Chipper Days

The FireSmart Community Chipper Days are completely booked for fall 2018. Check back in the spring 2019 for additional opportunties.

FireSmart your property

Garden debris burning not permitted

Garden debris burning is not permitted in Whistler. Yard waste drop-off and community chipper day services keep yard waste out of the landfill, support homeowners' FireSmart activities and protect Whistler's air quality.