Waste Connections, Inc.
WCNWaste Connections, Inc. is a North American provider of comprehensive waste management services, including solid waste collection, transfer, disposal, and recycling. Founded in 1997, the company operates in multiple regions across the United States and Canada, serving residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal customers. Waste Connections emphasizes environmentally responsible practices and sustainable waste management solutions.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2026 | $0.35 | 2026-05-06 | 2026-05-06 |
| March 12, 2026 | $0.35 | 2026-02-25 | 2026-02-25 |
| November 20, 2025 | $0.35 | 2025-11-05 | 2025-11-05 |
| August 21, 2025 | $0.32 | 2025-08-06 | 2025-08-06 |
| May 22, 2025 | $0.32 | 2025-05-07 | 2025-05-07 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Waste Connections, Inc. has rewarded shareholders with 70 dividend payments over the past 17 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held WCN shares during this period received a total of $11.20 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.35/share was paid 58 days ago, on May 21, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: WCN currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 0.79%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2009, the dividend payout has grown by 225.6%, from $0.11 to $0.35.
- Dividend Reliability: WCN has maintained or increased its dividend for 63 consecutive payments.
Company News
Waste Connections of Canada officially opened a renewable natural gas (RNG) facility at Ridge Landfill in Chatham-Kent, Ontario, representing a $100 million investment. Developed with Enbridge Gas, the facility will process 62.6 million cubic metres of landfill gas annually, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by over 85,000 tonnes and providing re...
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