Low tides and warm temperatures are causing an unpleasant odor that can be mistaken for sewage. This is the result of seaweed and algae breaking down and releasing gasses. It is an annual occurrence and smells can linger for 2-3 weeks. Water quality is tested regularly throughout the summer.   
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Garbage & Recycling

The Town of Sidney contracts out the collection of Garbage, Kitchen Organics, and Compostable Yard & Garden Waste to Emterra Environmental.

For missed garbage reports, please call Emterra at 250-385-4399 (extension #0)  and leave a message. Emterra staff will address the issue. Unless told otherwise,  leave your garbage at the curb until it is collected at a later date.

The Blue Box Recycling Program is operated by the Capital Regional District with the service contracted out to GFL Environmental.

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Garbage & Kitchen Organics
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Yard & Garden Waste
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Blue Box Recycling

Engineering:

Phone: 250-656-4502

Emterra Environmental:

Phone: 250-385-4399