Garbage Bag Tags

Garbage tags are required in the Municipality of Central Elgin. If the garbage bag has a tag, it is collected. If not, it is left behind. Garbage tags are only valid for the year they are issued.

Bag tag pick up 

2019 garbage bag tags are available now!  The depots are over for this year, but you can pick up the tags at our office, located in the Elgin County Administration Building at 450 Sunset Drive, Central Elgin. Our hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (except holidays).

Garbage tag allocation

The number of allowable bags will depend on your property. For 2019:

• Residential properties receive 64 tags/year
• Commercial properties receive 147 tags/year
• Agricultural properties with a valid registration number receive an additional 30 tags/year

Buying more tags

You can buy more tags for $1.50 each.

Some businesses find it more economical to purchase dumpster service for large quantities of garbage. Check the Yellow Pages for options.

Bag tags can be purchased from:

• Central Elgin Municipal Office, 450 Sunset Drive, St. Thomas
• Port Stanley Arena, 320 Carlow Road, Port Stanley
• Belmont Arena, 14020 Belmont Road, Belmont