After 18 months of planning, study and public consultation the town of Innisfail will finally move into automated waste collection service this spring for community households.

Town council officially approved the initiative at its regular meeting on Jan. 28, which included the contract for a new service provider, Environmental 360 Solutions (E360S), which will take over residential waste collection service from Waste Management. The new contract with E360S will be for three years, with an option to extend for two additional one-year periods.

This move will enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs. The new system will involve the use of specialized trucks and bins that allow for easier and more streamlined waste management. Residents will receive larger bins for their garbage, promoting better waste sorting and recycling. The council believes this transition will lead to improved service for the community while also supporting environmental sustainability efforts. The rollout is set to begin in the coming months, with further details to be communicated to residents.