Valet Trash, Done Smarter

Valet Trash, Smarter for Multifamily

Canvana is the valet trash platform for multifamily communities — giving residents the doorstep service they expect, property managers full operational control, and owners a meaningfully lower cost than the industry standard.

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Who Canvana Serves

Built for the Whole Community

One platform. Vetted porters. Real-time reporting. A dedicated account manager from day one.

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Residents

Trash, Off Your Plate

Leave your bag at the door. Your Canvana-assigned porter handles the rest — every service night, on schedule.

  • 5 nights/week doorstep pickup
  • Recycling included
  • Consistent, scheduled service nights
  • No more dumpster runs
Resident Details
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Property Managers

Run It. Don't Chase It.

A dedicated account manager, a vetted porter you selected, and daily software reports on every pickup — the visibility traditional vendors never provide.

  • Dedicated account manager from day one
  • Automated nightly route scheduling
  • Real-time pickup logs & compliance
  • Direct line — no call center
Manager Tools
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Owners

Same Service. Smarter Vendor.

Replace your current valet trash vendor with Canvana. Same nightly pickup, better reporting, significantly lower cost.

  • Meaningful cost savings vs. legacy vendors
  • Flexible terms — no long-term lock-in
  • Owner-controlled reporting
  • Proven across active communities
Owner Savings
How It Works

From Signup to Nightly Service

Canvana handles the porter network, the equipment, and the reporting so your team doesn't have to.

STEP 1

Sign Up & Get Assigned

Your property signs up on Canvana and is immediately assigned a dedicated account manager who guides setup from day one.

STEP 2

Choose Your Porter & Equipment

Select a porter from Canvana's vetted local network and order equipment through our supplier network — all coordinated through your account manager.

STEP 3

Track, Report & Relax

The platform tracks every nightly pickup and sends property managers a daily report — completion rates, flagged units, and service status.

Why Canvana

Built by an Operator, Not a Vendor

Canvana was built by a multifamily owner and operator who was tired of writing big checks to valet vendors who offered no visibility, no accountability, and no flexibility. The answer was a platform — vetted porter network, direct equipment sourcing, software-driven reporting, and a dedicated account manager for every property.

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  • Built and proven across active multifamily communities
  • Proven cost savings vs. third-party valet vendors
  • Full vendor transition support — no service gaps
  • Owner-controlled data, not vendor-controlled
  • Backed by 45+ years of multifamily operating experience
Resident Hub

Your Valet Trash, Handled.

Everything you need to know about your Canvana doorstep service — and exactly who to contact when something's not right.

How It Works

Three Steps, Every Night

STEP 1

Set Out Your Bag

Place your securely tied trash bag in your provided Canvana container outside your door by your community's posted cutoff time. Do not leave bags directly on the floor — use the container.

STEP 2

Your Porter Collects

Your community's Canvana-assigned porter collects bags on scheduled service nights. Check with your leasing office for your community's specific nights and cutoff time.

STEP 3

Container Stays at Your Door

Your container stays outside your door between service nights. Keep it clean and free of loose debris. Replacement containers can be requested through your leasing office.

What's Accepted

Know Before You Set Out

These are standard valet trash guidelines. Rules may vary by community — always check with your property manager for your community's specific requirements.

Accepted YES

  • Household trash in a tied, closed bag
  • Standard kitchen-sized bags (13 gallon max)
  • Bags placed inside the provided container
  • Bags set out by the posted cutoff time
  • Recyclables in designated recycling bag (where applicable)

Not Accepted NO

  • Bags over 13 gallons or over 25 lbs
  • Open or untied bags
  • Bags placed directly on the floor
  • Liquids, paint, or hazardous materials
  • Bulk items (furniture, mattresses, appliances)
  • Bags set out after the posted cutoff time
Who to Contact

Start with Your Property Manager.

All standard service requests go to your property management office first. The form below is only for issues that couldn't be resolved at the property level.

STEP 1 — START HERE

Contact Your Property Manager

Missed pickup, schedule question, container issue — bring it to your leasing office first. They have direct access to your community's Canvana account and can resolve most issues immediately.

STEP 2 — IF UNRESOLVED

Use the Escalation Form Below

If your property manager has been unable to resolve the issue and it is specifically related to your porter or a pickup, use the form below to escalate directly to Canvana.

STEP 3 — CANVANA STEPS IN

Account Manager Responds

Your property's dedicated Canvana account manager is notified immediately and works directly with your property management team to resolve the issue.

Escalation Form

Escalate to Canvana

For issues your property management office has been unable to resolve that are specifically related to your porter or a pickup.

FAQ

Porter Questions

How much does the job pay?

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Canvana porters earn $3 per unit per month on their assigned community. On a 200-unit property, that's $600/month for nightly route work — and because shifts run 1 hour – 1 hour 45 minutes, the effective hourly rate is nearly 2x what rideshare platforms like Uber pay. Properties with larger unit counts mean more earnings for the same nightly effort.

How long does a typical shift take?

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Most routes run between 1 to 1 hour 45 minutes depending on community size. You'll know your route time before your first shift.

Am I an employee or an independent contractor?

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Canvana porters work as independent contractors, giving you flexibility over your schedule while maintaining a consistent assigned route.

What does the background check involve?

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A standard background check is required before placement. Details are provided during the onboarding process after your application is reviewed.

Is equipment provided?

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Yes — collection cart and necessary supplies are provided for your assigned route. You don't need to bring your own equipment.

What are unit concessions?

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Qualifying properties may be eligible for unit concessions — a reduction in per-unit cost that further improves the economics of switching to Canvana. Ask your account manager whether your property qualifies when you get onboarded.

What happens after I apply?

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We'll follow up within one business day to confirm availability in your area. If there's a match, you'll be connected with the property's account manager to discuss the route and next steps.
Property Managers

Full Control. Zero Guesswork.

Canvana gives property managers a dedicated account manager, a vetted porter, and daily reports on every pickup — the visibility traditional vendors never provide.

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Platform Tools

What Canvana Gives Your Team

Everything you need to manage valet trash without chasing a vendor.

🧑‍💼 Dedicated Account Manager

Every property gets an assigned account manager — your single point of contact for porter issues, equipment needs, and reporting. Not a call center.

📍 Porter Tracking & Routing

Your assigned porter's nightly route is tracked through the platform — every pickup logged, every unit accounted for.

📊 Daily Manager Reports

Automated daily reports on pickup completion, flagged units, and service status — delivered automatically, no chasing required.

✅ Vetted Porter Network

Canvana maintains a network of vetted, background-checked porters. You select who's on your property — no surprises.

🛒 Equipment Procurement

Source bins, carts, and supplies through Canvana's supplier network at pre-negotiated rates — no sourcing legwork, no markups.

🔄 Vendor Transition Support

Switching from your current vendor? Your account manager oversees the entire transition so service never skips a beat.

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Cost Comparison

The Math Is Simple

Same doorstep service. A fraction of what you're currently paying.

 
Third-Party Vendor
Canvana Platform
Model
Legacy vendor contract
Software-driven platform
Staffing
Vendor's crew
Canvana's vetted porter network
Reporting
Limited / vendor-controlled
Full visibility, daily reports
Contract terms
Multi-year lock-in
Flexible terms
Cost
Third-party markup on every unit
Significantly lower — ask us

On a typical multifamily community, switching to Canvana delivers meaningful operating cost savings without changing anything residents experience.

Run the Numbers for My Portfolio
FAQ

Manager Questions

How does the porter selection process work?

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Your account manager presents available vetted porters in your area. You review and select. The porter is then assigned specifically to your property — not rotated between communities.

What do the daily reports include?

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Each daily report covers pickup completion rates, any units flagged, porter arrival time, and any notes from the night's route.

What happens if the porter doesn't show up?

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Your account manager is notified immediately and will coordinate a resolution — same-night coverage or next-day makeup service.

How long does onboarding take?

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Most properties are live within a few weeks of kickoff. Your account manager handles porter selection, equipment ordering, and go-live scheduling.

What if we already have a vendor?

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Your account manager handles the switchover while keeping service running — no gaps, no resident disruption.
The Platform

How Canvana Works

From signup to nightly service — a vetted porter network, equipment procurement, and software-driven tracking and reporting in one platform.

The Process

Four Steps to Live Service

STEP 1

Sign Up & Get Assigned

Your property signs up and is immediately assigned a dedicated account manager who guides every step of setup and onboarding.

STEP 2

Select Your Porter

Your account manager presents available, vetted porters in your area. You review, select, and that porter is assigned exclusively to your community.

STEP 3

Source Equipment

Order resident bins, collection carts, and supplies through Canvana's supplier network. Canvana covers the upfront cost of equipment, offset against your savings over up to 3 months. Zero out-of-pocket to get started.

STEP 4

Go Live & Get Daily Reports

Service starts. The Canvana platform tracks every pickup and delivers an automated daily report to your property manager — completion rates, flagged units, and service status.

Platform Features

What the Software Handles

Porter Tracking & Route Management

Your assigned porter's nightly route is tracked through the platform — every pickup logged, every unit accounted for.

Daily Manager Reports

Automated daily reports on pickup completion, flagged units, and service status — no manual follow-up needed.

Owner Reporting Dashboard

Portfolio-level visibility into pickup completion, porter performance, and cost across every Canvana community — updated daily.

Equipment Procurement

Source bins, carts, and supplies through Canvana's supplier network at pre-negotiated rates. No sourcing legwork, no markups.

Now Hiring

Work Nights.
Earn Consistently.
Be Your Own Boss.

Join Canvana's vetted porter network and earn nightly income at multifamily communities near you. Flexible schedule, consistent routes, reliable pay.

Apply Now — Takes 2 Minutes
NightlyConsistent schedule
3–5Nights per week
1 hr – 1 hr 45 minPer shift
Your AreaLocal communities only
Earning Potential
$3 per unit / per month
200 units = $600/month on a 1–1 hr 45 min nightly route
vs. Rideshare
~2x effective hourly rate
Compared to platforms like Uber — same hours, more earnings
Unit Concessions
Available
for qualifying properties
Properties may qualify for unit concessions — ask your account manager
The Role

What You'll Do

Simple, physical, and predictable. The same route, the same community, every shift.

EACH SHIFT

Collect from Every Door

Walk your assigned community route and collect bagged trash from resident containers placed outside each unit.

EACH SHIFT

Haul to the Dumpster

Transport collected bags to the community dumpster or compactor using your provided collection cart. Keep breezeways clean along the way.

EACH SHIFT

Log & Complete

Mark your route complete through the Canvana platform. Any flagged units are noted automatically — no paperwork, no calls.

Why Canvana

A Better Way to Work

Flexible Nights

Work 3 or 5 nights per week on a consistent evening schedule. Routes run 1 hour to 1 hour 45 minutes, so your days stay yours.

Your Community, Your Route

You're assigned to one community — not rotated between properties. Same route, same residents, same schedule every shift.

Competitive Pay

Canvana pays $3 per unit per month — a 200-unit route earns $600/month. Because shifts run just 1 to 1 hour 45 minutes, the effective hourly rate is nearly 2x what rideshare platforms pay.

Equipment Provided

Collection cart and supplies are provided for your route. You show up ready to work.

Work Near Home

Canvana matches porters to communities in their area. No long commutes — your route is close to where you already are.

Direct Support

Every Canvana property has a dedicated account manager. If you run into an issue on your route, there's always someone to contact directly.

Requirements

What You Need to Qualify

  • 18 years of age or older
  • Valid driver's license
  • Reliable personal transportation
  • Able to lift up to 40 lbs
  • Pass a standard background check
  • Smartphone with data for route tracking
  • Available evenings, 3–5 nights per week
Apply Now

Join the Porter Network

Takes about 2 minutes. We'll follow up within one business day to confirm availability in your area.

FAQ

Porter Questions

How much does the job pay?

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Canvana porters earn $3 per unit per month. On a 200-unit property that's $600/month — and because shifts run 1 to 1 hour 45 minutes, the effective hourly rate is nearly 2x what rideshare platforms like Uber pay.

How long does a typical shift take?

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Most routes run between 1 to 1 hour 45 minutes depending on community size. You'll know your route time before your first shift.

Am I an employee or an independent contractor?

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Canvana porters work as independent contractors, giving you flexibility over your schedule while maintaining a consistent assigned route.

What does the background check involve?

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A standard background check is required before placement. Details are provided during the onboarding process after your application is reviewed.

Is equipment provided?

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Yes — collection cart and necessary supplies are provided for your assigned route. You don't need to bring your own equipment.

What happens after I apply?

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We'll follow up within one business day to confirm availability in your area. If there's a match, you'll be connected with the property's account manager to discuss the route and next steps.
FAQ

Common Questions

General

Is Canvana a valet trash service or a software company?

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Canvana is a platform, not a traditional vendor. You sign up, get a dedicated account manager, select a porter from our vetted network, and source equipment through our supplier partners. Our software tracks and reports on service nightly — the visibility and accountability that traditional vendors never provide.

How is Canvana different from Valet Living or other vendors?

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Traditional valet vendors send their own crew, lock you into multi-year contracts, and provide minimal reporting. Canvana is a software-driven platform — you choose your porter, own your data, get daily reports, and pay significantly less.

What markets does Canvana operate in?

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Canvana is currently operating across Texas with expansion underway. Contact our team for availability in your market.

For Property Managers & Owners

How long does onboarding take?

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Most properties are live within a few weeks of kickoff. Your account manager handles porter selection, equipment ordering, and go-live scheduling.

What if we already have a vendor?

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Canvana provides a structured transition playbook. Your account manager handles the switchover while keeping service running — no gaps, no resident disruption.

Can Canvana handle multiple properties?

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Yes. Each property gets its own account manager and porter, with consolidated reporting across your entire portfolio.

What are the contract terms?

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Canvana offers flexible terms — no multi-year vendor lock-in. Talk to our team for specifics.

For Residents

What nights is valet trash collected?

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Service nights vary by community. Check with your leasing office for your property's specific pickup schedule.

Why was my bag left behind?

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Common reasons: bag not in the container, bag too heavy or oversized, bag set out after cutoff, or bag untied. Contact your property manager first for any service issues.

Is valet trash mandatory?

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Depends on your lease and community. Check with your leasing office.
Get Started

Ready to Make the Switch?

Tell us about your community. We'll get back to you within one business day.

Who should reach out?

Whether you're a property manager, owner, or porter candidate — this is the right form.

Property Managers & Owners

Get a platform demo and cost comparison for your portfolio.

Porter Candidates

Apply to join Canvana's vetted porter network in your area.

Residents

For service issues, contact your leasing office first. For Canvana-specific escalations, use the resident escalation form.