The Town of Watson Lake, Yukon, has put residential garbage pickup on hold this week, asking people to keep their waste at home until the next regular collection date. The change was announced on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, and affects every household that uses the municipal curbside service.
The postponement affects all three color-coded pickup zones, which normally run on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Residents are encouraged to store their trash bags securely until the trucks return to their regular routes later this month.
For those looking for specific updates, the town provides an interactive garbage collection map on its website. Residents can also call the Town Office at 867-536-8000 for details on when the service will start again.
The Solid Waste Department is responsible for these weekly pickups as well as the local landfill and recycling depot. The community recently dealt with roughly 10 centimetres of snow and winter weather conditions earlier in March 2026.
The municipal office is located at 710 Adela Trail for those who need to visit in person. Officials recommend that households check the town website regularly for any further changes to local services.
