Waste Management
When is the next scheduled waste pick-up?
Waste pick-up in the Town of Trenton is scheduled for every second Friday by Pictou County Solid Waste.Recyclables and garbage are picked up on the same day. All material should be placed curbside by 7:00 AM to ensure collection.
2026 Collection Dates
| Month | Pick-up Dates | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| December 2025 | 12 | 29* | |
| January | 09 | 23 | |
| February | 06 | 20 | |
| March | 06 | 20 | |
| April | 06* | 17 | |
| May | 01 | 15 | 29 |
| June | 12 | 26 | |
| July | 10 | 24 | |
| August | 07 | 21 | |
| September | 04 | 18 | |
| October | 02 | 16 | 30 |
| November | 13 | 27 | |
| December 2026 | 11 | 28* | |
* Holidays Schedule Changes - Waste pickup in Trenton will fall on Good Friday & Christmas Day in 2026, note date changes above as pickup will be done on the following Monday.
Cancellations
In the event of a cancellation, notice will be given by PCSW prior to 7:00 AM on 94.1 East Coast FM Radio, announced on their Pictou County Solid Waste and Pictou County Solid Waste on Facebook. If your collection is cancelled before 7:00 AM your material will be collected the following Monday unless otherwise stated. If a storm begins when the collection trucks are on their routes, it is at the drivers discretion to continue collecting. If this happens and your collection is cancelled, your material will be picked up on your next regular collection day. (PCSW)
2026 Special Pick-up Dates
| Special Pick-up | Date |
|---|---|
| Christmas Tree Collection | January 09, 2026 |
| Spring Cleanup | May 01, 2026 |
| Spring Leaf Collection | May 29, 2026 |
| Fall Leaf Collection | TBD |
Never Miss A Collection Day Again!
Pictou County Solid Waste has developed a new waste app to provide all residents with easy access to collection schedules and answers regarding proper sorting. As well, the app gives you the option of receiving reminders and will notify you regarding cancellations or changes to your collection. Go to www.pcwastemgmt.com and type in your address – it’s that easy to sign up!
Pictou County Solid Waste
- Pictou County Go Clean Get Green on Facebook
- Pictou County Solid Waste
- Pictou County Solid Waste on Facebook
PCSW Management Facility
220 Landfill Road, Mount William, Pictou County, NS
Hours of Operation
Monday to Friday - 8:00am to 4:00pm
Saturday - 8:00am to Noon
Waste Reduction Hotline
902-396-1495