Township of Langley offices close November 11 and garbage collection shifts for some areas
Township civic offices and the Operations Centre will be closed on Remembrance Day, November 11. Garbage, recycling and green cart collection shifts by one day for Wednesday and Thursday zones.
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The Township of Langley posted on November 6 that its civic offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 11 for Remembrance Day, and that garbage and recycling collection will shift by one day for some zones.
The Civic Facility, the Operations Centre and the Fire Department's Administration Office will all be closed on November 11. They reopen on Thursday, November 12 at 8:30 am. Flags at Township facilities will be at half-mast.
What changes for garbage and recycling
There is no curbside collection on Remembrance Day, the Township posted. Garbage, green cart and recycling collection will shift forward by one day for residents in the Wednesday zone and the Thursday zone. Residents in those two zones should check the Township's collection calendars at tol.ca to confirm their new pickup day before putting bins out.
The Township also offers a free weekly collection reminder that residents can sign up for to avoid missing a pickup in future weeks.
Recreation facilities stay open
Recreation facilities in the Township will be open on November 11, the Township posted, but drop-in schedules and hours of operation may be different from a regular Wednesday. Each facility has its own statutory holiday hours posted on its webpage.
salishan Place by the River will be closed on November 11 and will reopen on November 12 at 9:00 am, the Township posted.
For other municipal buildings such as the Animal Shelter and Fire Halls, residents can call the location directly. Contact information for Township facilities is on the Township's website at tol.ca.
Service emergencies and non-urgent requests
For non-urgent matters such as park, trail or road upkeep, the Township asks residents to submit a request online. For a service emergency that needs immediate attention on November 11, the Township's emergency line is 604-543-6722.
Residents in the Wednesday and Thursday collection zones should check their new pickup day at tol.ca before the holiday weekend.
Questions this story answers
Which Township of Langley offices are closed on November 11?
The Township of Langley posted on November 6 that the Civic Facility, the Operations Centre and the Fire Department's Administration Office will all be closed on Wednesday, November 11. They will reopen on Thursday, November 12 at 8:30 am. Flags at Township facilities will be at half-mast on Remembrance Day.
Does garbage collection change for Remembrance Day in Langley Township?
Yes. The Township of Langley posted that there is no curbside collection on November 11. Garbage, green cart and recycling collection will shift by one day for the Wednesday zone and the Thursday zone. Residents in those zones should check the Township's collection calendars to confirm their new pickup day at tol.ca.
Are recreation facilities open on November 11 in Langley Township?
Recreation facilities in the Township will be open on November 11, the Township of Langley posted, but drop-in schedules and hours may differ from a normal Wednesday. Residents should check each facility's own webpage for its statutory holiday hours before visiting.
Is salishan Place by the River open on November 11?
No. The Township of Langley posted on November 6 that salishan Place by the River will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, and will reopen on Thursday, November 12 at 9:00 am. Other recreation facilities in the Township are open that day with adjusted hours.
What if I have an urgent service issue on November 11?
The Township of Langley posted that for non-urgent service requests such as park, trail or road maintenance, residents can submit a request online through the Township's website. For a service emergency that needs immediate attention, the Township's emergency line is 604-543-6722.
What about other municipal buildings such as the Animal Shelter and Fire Halls?
The Township of Langley posted that for buildings like the Animal Shelter and Fire Halls, residents should call the location directly for holiday hours. Contact information is available on the Township's facilities page at tol.ca.
Where can I find my new garbage collection day for November 11 to 14?
The Township of Langley's collection calendars show the adjusted schedule for the week. Residents can find the calendars at tol.ca by searching for Collection Calendars, or by visiting the Garbage, Recycling and Green Cart section of the Township's services pages. The Township also offers a weekly collection reminder you can sign up for.
Are there Remembrance Day ceremonies in the Township of Langley on November 11?
Yes. The Township of Langley holds Remembrance Day ceremonies at local cemeteries and cenotaphs each year on November 11, according to the Township's website. The Langley Senior Resources Society also holds an indoor ceremony on November 10 at 10:45 am, open to all ages, for those who cannot attend an outdoor service. See the Township's events page for locations.
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