Transfer Stations
New! Recycling Available at County Transfer Stations
Transfer station recycling is anticipated to begin October 1, 2026. Once launched, all County transfer stations will accept approved paper, packaging, and container materials for recycling. The service will be available to all County residents with a valid transfer station (RFID) card.
When using transfer station recycling bins:
- No sorting required
- Materials do not need to be bagged
- Accepted recyclables can be deposited together in designated recycling bins
For complete recycling information, including curbside collection schedules, recycling preparation guidelines, accepted materials, and frequently asked questions, visit the Garbage & Recycling Collection page.
Important Notice: Transfer Station Cards
Expired paper transfer station cards are no longer accepted. Residents must apply for a permanent card to access transfer stations. Apply online or at the County office.
Find out more by visiting our Transfer Station Cards FAQ page.
The County operates nine (9) waste transfer stations, and is a member of the West Dried Meat Lake Landfill. All waste from the transfer stations is hauled to the West Dried Meat Lake Landfill. Residents are able to access the West Dried Meat Lake Landfill but since the landfill is not a County run facility, fees will apply.
The gates at the transfer stations are locked during non-operational hours. Leaving waste and recyclables outside the locked gates is strictly prohibited.
The transfer stations use a bin/ramp system where all items have to be hand-bombed into the bins. There is no accommodation for hoist dumping. A variety of recycling options are available at the transfer stations.
- Hours of Operation
- Driving Directions
- Transfer Station Cards
- Acceptable Items
- Items Not Accepted
- Disposal Fees
- Summer Village Users
- Town of Millet Residents
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Driving Directions:
Bearhills - 1 ½ miles south of Hwy 13 on RR 254
West Buck Lake – ½ mile south of Jct Hwy 13 & 22, ¼ mile west
Hilgartner – 3 ½ miles south of Sec. Hwy 613 on RR 235
Gwynne – ½ mile south of Hwy 13 on RR 225
Lakedell – ½ mile north of Hwy 13 on RR 12
Millet – ¾ mile east of Petro Can in Millet
Mulhurst Bay – ½ mile south of Sec Hwy 616 on RR 280
Peace Hills – 2 miles north of Hwy 13 on RR 245
Winfield – ½ mile north of Winfield on RR 35 (Knob Hill Road)
New Transfer Station Cards
The County modernized its waste management system by replacing paper transfer station cards with permanent cards using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology. This upgrade makes access to transfer stations more efficient by securely and automatically identifying cardholders.
Landowners within the County are eligible for one free transfer station card. Additional and replacement cards will be issued for a fee of $25.00.
Important Notice:
Expired paper transfer station cards are no longer accepted. Residents must apply for a permanent card to access transfer stations. Apply online or at the County office.
All initial card applications have been processed at this time. If you applied but have not yet received a card, contact the County office to verify your application details.
Click here to view the detailed list of acceptable items.
What Can Be Recycled?
Accepted materials include many household paper, cardboard, plastic, metal, and beverage container products accepted through Alberta's recycling system.
View the complete list of acceptable materials.
The following wastes are not accepted at the waste transfer stations:
ammunition • animal carcasses, hides or animal parts • automobiles • automobile batteries • hazardous & bio-hazardous waste • campers, RV’s & boats • compost • concrete, concrete blocks and rocks • dynamite • liquid waste including pesticides • antifreeze •camping fuel or other flammable liquids • power poles • railway ties • sewage • soil • sod • any toxic liquid • poisons • seeds or grains • toxic weeds • tree stumps & roots.
The County of Wetaskiwin is no longer charging fees for overloads and white good at all County transfer stations for County residents, effective January 1, 2024.
Summer Village Users
Summer Village Residents (Argentia Beach, Crystal Springs, Grandview, Ma-Me-O Beach, Norris Beach, Poplar Bay, Silver Beach) are permitted to use all County of Wetaskiwin transfer stations with a transfer station card.
Residents must apply for the new RFID transfer station card issued by the County of Wetaskiwin to access transfer stations.
Additional & replacement cards will be issued by the County of Wetaskiwin for a fee of $25.00.
Town of Millet Residents
Effective January 1, 2026, residents of the Town of Millet will no longer have access to the East Millet Waste Transfer Station. This change will not affect hours of operation or County residents’ access to the transfer station.
This change follows the Town of Millet Council’s decision on June 25, 2025, to terminate the agreement with the County of Wetaskiwin for use of the East Millet Solid Waste Transfer Station.
Please note that prepaid vouchers will not be accepted after January 1, 2026.
For refund requests, inquiries, or concerns, contact the Town of Millet at 780‑387‑4554 or email admin@millet.ca.