How to Request a Bear-Resistant Solid Waste Cart
- Call Civic Operations at 250-828-3461 or email civicoperations@kamloops.ca.
- Requests will be managed on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Carts will be swapped out on a future collection day (the length of time to receive carts may vary); residents will receive instructions at the time of calling or will be otherwise notified of their cart swap date in advance.
Notes:
- Only registered homeowners are permitted to make cart change requests.
- Bear-resistant carts are available in 120 L and 245 L for garbage carts, and 120 L for organics.
- 120 L bear-resistant carts are not available for residents with laneway collection due to incompatibility with collection trucks used in laneways.
- Fall 2026: We are currently out of stock of the 245 L bear-resistant garbage carts but have a waiting list (please call to get on the list).
How to Use a Bear-Resistant Solid Waste Cart
Bear-resistant solid waste carts are an effective deterrent when used properly.
Carts have a reinforced lid with two carabiner-style clips, making it difficult for bears and other wildlife to access the contents.
On collection day, residents are responsible for ensuring the lid is unclipped. To prevent damage to the clips, cart, and collection truck, attach the clips together on top of the lid.
When not at the curb for collection, bear-resistant carts should be stored with the lid securely fastened, in an enclosed structure (i.e. garage, shed) or secured to a stationary object (i.e. chained to a fence, gate, post, railing or cinder block).
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