One of the handiest services in Saanich is the yard and garden waste drop off at the Saanich Operations Centre (aka the Saanich Yard).
Fridays and Saturdays are the busiest drop-off days. Residents may want to consider planning drop-offs during slower times such as late-morning and early-afternoon to avoid longer waiting times.
Check before you leave home on the handy Yard Webcam (refreshes every 2 minutes) at https://www.saanich.ca/EN/main/community/utilities-garbage/garbage-organics-recycling/garden-recycling-drop-off-webcam.html
What you can and can’t drop off:
Saanich accepts:
- leaves
- tree needles/cones
- grass clippings
- plants
- branches (no larger than 2m in length and 5cm in diameter)
Saanich does not accept:
- soil, sod, tree root balls
- ashes, rock, demolition wood
- animal waste
Invasive species: Learn which invasive species are accepted at our Garden Drop-off and about the safe handling and disposal of others.
Limits:
- Residential use only – Proof of residency may be requested
- Maximum vehicle size is 3/4 ton
- One load per day
