Animal parts & carcasses
How to responsibly discard your animal parts and animal carcasses.
The Municipal District of Taber has seen a significant increase in the improper disposal of animal parts and carcasses found on privately and publicly owned properties. From farm livestock to at-home wild game meat processing, improper disposal of animal parts and carcasses can threaten the health and safety of humans and wildlife.
Several environmental concerns include the prevention of disease transmission, such as Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), the protection of air and water quality, the prevention of unwanted scavengers, and keeping positive neighbour relations, who would otherwise deal with foul nuisances and unsightly premises.
Often municipal staff are unnecessarily burdened with the unpleasant job of properly discarding animal parts and carcasses safely. Improper disposal of animal parts and carcasses on private or public property (including ditches and municipal right-of-ways) can lead to fines for offenders.
For safe disposal, please deliver all animal parts and carcasses to the Town of Taber Waste Transfer Station and Landfill located 1/2 a kilometre west on Highway 864, where discarded animal carcasses will be buried and disposed of properly. For more information, contact the Town of Taber Landfill at 403-223-5569.
The Municipal District of Taber Waste Transfer Stations and Class III Landfills are intended to provide a means for residents to dispose of basic household and farmyard solid waste. The MD of Taber also holds agreements with the Town of Taber and the Town of Vauxhall to allow residents access to their Waste Transfer Stations and Landfills.
Choose a location for directions, hours, fees, and information on what materials each site accepts.
Learn more about our Recycling Program.
Farmers learn more about our Ag Recycling Program.
Grassy Lake Waste Transfer Station & Landfill
Location
- NW 23-9-13W4 (6 kilometres south on Highway 877 and 1/2 a kilometre east on Township Road 9-4)
All garbage materials must be separated prior to disposal in appropriately marked locations.
Hours
- Monday from 10 am to 4 pm
- Wednesday from 10 am to 4 pm
- Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm
- Closed statutory holidays
Rates
There is no charge for MD of Taber residents to dispose of waste at the Grassy Lake Transfer Station and Landfill.
- Site has a burning pit for wood
- Household waste to be placed in the transfer station
- Tires to be placed in tire storage areas
- Metals to be placed in metal recycling areas
- Chemical containers to be placed in chemical container areas – plastics and cardboard products in the transfer station
- No contaminated soil or other contaminated wastes accepted
- No oil or oilfield sludge accepted
- Concrete to be stockpiled for recycling purposes and reduced to a maximum size of 18 by 24 feet with a maximum thickness of 12 feet
Hays Waste Transfer Station & Landfill
Location
- SE 36-13-14W4 (1.5 kilometres north on Highway 875)
All garbage materials must be separated prior to disposal in appropriately marked locations.
Hours
- Monday from 10 am to 4 pm
- Wednesday from 10 am to 4 pm
- Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm
- Closed statutory holidays
Rates
There is no charge for MD of Taber residents to dispose of waste at the Hays Transfer Station and Landfill.
- Site has a burning pit for wood
- Household waste to be placed in the transfer station
- Tires to be placed in tire storage areas
- Metals to be placed in metal recycling areas
- Chemical containers to be placed in chemical container areas – plastics and cardboard products in the transfer station
- No contaminated soil or other contaminated wastes accepted
- No oil or oilfield sludge accepted
- Concrete to be stockpiled for recycling purposes and reduced to a maximum size of 18 by 24 feet with a maximum thickness of 12 feet
Enchant Waste Transfer Station & Landfill
Location
- (1/2 a kilometre east of Range Road 18-4)
All garbage materials must be separated prior to disposal in appropriately marked locations.
Hours
- Monday from 10 am to 4 pm
- Wednesday from 10 am to 4 pm
- Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm
- Closed statutory holidays
Rates
There is no charge for MD of Taber residents to dispose of waste at the Enchant Transfer Stations and Landfills.
- Site has a burning pit for wood
- Household waste to be placed in the transfer station
- Tires to be placed in tire storage areas
- Metals to be placed in metal recycling areas
- Chemical containers to be placed in chemical container areas – plastics and cardboard products in the transfer station
- No contaminated soil or other contaminated wastes accepted
- No oil or oilfield sludge accepted
- Concrete to be stockpiled for recycling purposes and reduced to a maximum size of 18 by 24 feet with a maximum thickness of 12 feet
Town of Taber Waste Transfer Station & Landfill
Location
West of the Town of Taber boundary (1/2 a kilometre south and west of Taber Municipal Park on Highway 864). View map to Landfill.
Contact Scale House Operator: 403-223-5569
All garbage materials must be separated prior to disposal in appropriately marked locations.
Hours
- Open Tuesday to Saturday – 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
- Closed Sunday, Monday and Statutory Holidays
- PLEASE NOTE: In order to meet the 4:00 pm closing time, all loads must be across the scale before 3:45 pm to allow for off-loading.
Rates
The Town of Taber does not charge for basic household or farmyard waste materials. However, rates apply for the following:
Rates / Tonne or Load
| Item | Cost per Tonne |
|---|---|
| Mixed Solid Waste | $135 per tonne |
| Construction and Demolition Debris | $135 per tonne |
| Untreated/ Unpainted Wood | $50 per tonne |
| Asphalt and Concrete | $50 per tonne |
| Scrap Metal and White Goods (Appliances) | no charge to drop off at site |
| Compostable Materials | no charge to drop off at site |
For a complete list of rates or for more information visit the Town of Taber website.
Town of Vauxhall Waste Transfer Station & Landfill
Location
- One kilometre east on Township Road 131A (Grantham Road) and 1/2 a kilometre south on Range Road 16-1.
Contact 403-654-2174
All garbage materials must be separated prior to disposal in the appropriately marked location.
Hours of Operation
- Monday from 10 am to 4 pm
- Wednesday from 10 am to 4 pm
- Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm
- Closed statutory holidays
Rates
- There is no direct charge for MD of Taber residents for the disposal of household or farmyard waste materials at the site. All materials must be separated.
