Composting

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Composting is the most effective way the average household can reduce their waste. It creates a tremendous soil conditioner that can really help your gardens grow.

Residential Food Scraps Collection

Did you know that you can make compost from food scraps? Learn how to sort your food scraps to prepare for composting.

Explore Residential Food Scraps Collection

Buy Compost in Bulk (Commercial Use)

Purchase Bulk Compost

Buy compost for commercial use.

Pick up Free Compost (Residential Use)

Free Compost

Get free compost for residential use.

Take a Composting Workshop

Learning Opportunities

Learn about composting and its benefits.

Become a Master Composter

Community Volunteer

Help Edmontonians reduce, reuse, recycle and compost.

Home Composting

Learn the basics of composting with tips on getting started, how to maintain your composter and what types of materials you can compost.

Worm Composting

Worm composting uses red wiggler earthworms to compost indoors. It is a great choice for people who live in an apartment or condo.

Food Scraps

Find information on sorting and managing food scraps in your home.

Mulching

Mulching uses yard material like wood chips and leaves to protect soil, conserve moisture and beautify landscapes.

For More Information

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Title	Home Composting Programs
Telephone	780-668-0217
Email	compost@edmonton.ca
Facebook	https://www.facebook.com/YEGCompostSchool