Getting a real Christmas tree brings joy and warmth to your holiday celebrations, but once the festivities are over… what should you do with the tree? Fortunately, Winnipeg offers a sustainable and environmentally friendly solution through the Let’s Chip In program.
From December 27 to January 31, 10 Let’s Chip In locations around Winnipeg will accept Christmas trees. Hours of the sites vary and in some cases are open 24 hours a day.
When delivering your tree to the depot, remember to strip it of all decorations, tinsel, and the stand. The tree should not be in a bag, ensuring a smooth recycling process.
What Happens to Collected Christmas Trees?
Collected Christmas trees are repurposed into wood chip mulch. This sustainable practice allows for the creation of valuable mulch that can be picked up from the temporary depots starting in early January. The mulch is provided free of charge, subject to availability, but you must bring your own container.
Over the past 32 years, an impressive 418,942 Christmas trees have been recycled. This equates to diverting a substantial 1,905 tonnes of material away from landfills. The initiative’s longevity and impact underscore the community’s commitment to sustainable practices and environmental responsibility.
Let’s Chip In Locations & Hours
- Charleswood Centre
24-hour access
3900 Grant Ave (Northwest corner of the Safeway parking lot along Haney Street, access off Haney Street) - Kilcona Park
7:30am – 10:00pm
Lagimodiere Boulevard and McIvor Avenue (In the off-leash dog park parking lot) - Kildonan Park
7:00am – 10:00pm
2015 Main Street (Rainbow Stage parking lot) - King’s Park
8:00am – 10:00pm
198 King’s Drive (South parking lot) - Brady 4R Winnipeg Depot
Weekdays 8:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday & Sunday 9:00am – 5:00pm
1825 Brady Road, south of the Perimeter Highway - Pacific 4R Winnipeg Depot
Weekdays (except Wednesdays): 10:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday and Sunday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Closed: January 1, every Wednesday
1120 Pacific Avenue - Panet 4R Winnipeg Depot
Weekdays (except Wednesdays): 10:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday and Sunday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Closed: January 1, every Wednesday
429 Panet Road - St. James Civic Centre
24-hour access
2055 Ness Avenue (Northwest corner parking lot) - St. Vital Park
8:00am – 10:00pm
190 River Road (South parking lot) - Winnipeg Soccer Complex
24-hour access
900 Waverley Street at Victor Lewis Drive
Where Can I Bring Christmas Trees after January 31?
Once the temporary depots close on January 31, you can bring your trees to any of the three 4R Winnipeg Depots.
