![]() Garbage and organics are kept separate, compressed and emptied at different locations. Split packer trucks collect both refuse and organics in the same truck, but in different compartments. Although it may appear that these items are being mixed together after you spent time separating them, the materials are completely separated and do not get mixed with each other. Garbage and organics are collected by a split-packer truck. Why are my garbage and organics picked up by the same truck? ![]() For health and safety reasons, collectors are not permitted to reach into a container to remove the contents. If your container does not meet these specifications, it will not be picked up. This size limit reduces the likelihood of injury to the collectors and encourages use of the organic and recycling programs. The Municipality has a manual curbside collection system collectors must physically lift the garbage into the truck so it is important that your materials do not exceed 16 kgs. You can put out one 77 litre can (20 gallons) that does not exceed 16 kgs (35 pounds) every other week. Containers can be purchased at Home Depot, Canadian Tire, Home Hardware, Walmart and similar locations. North Cowichan's current garbage collection service permits one 77 litre (20 gallon) can.
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