The compost site usually operates mid-May to October, weather permitting and is free to the public.  

Materials Accepted 

Garden waste, leaves, grass clippings and branches under 6" in diameter.  

All bags, boxes and containers must be removed.   

Materials Not Accepted  

Elm trees or elm branches, tree stumps or tree roots, construction material, wood shingles or treated wood, table scraps or garbage.  

Commercial loads of trees will not be accepted. 

Please note that City of Melfort residents can haul elm trees (for a fee) and commercial loads of trees (regular rates) to the landfill.

The City does not currently sell compost, mulch, or wood chips.