Garbage & Recycling

Find information on garbage and recycling collection in Central Elgin, including the 4-day collection schedule, twice-yearly leaf and yard waste program, and how to properly dispose of hazardous or excess waste.

Canada Day - Collection Date Change

There will be no collection on Canada Day, July 1. Wednesday and Tuesday collection dates move up.

If your regular collection day is Wednesday, it will take place on Tuesday. If your regular collection day is Tuesday, it will take place on Monday.

Please have your garbage cart and recycling at the curb by 7:00 a.m.

Missed garbage or waste related issue?

Issues or concerns can be submitted through the Report a Concern form.

Report a Concern Form

Collection Schedule

Find the collection map and your collection schedule.

Garbage Carts & Collection Tips

Learn about garbage carts, including how to place them correctly at the curb, cart sizes and fees, and how to request a cart exchange.

Recycling

Recycling is collected by Miller Waste and managed by Circular Materials. Find information on what can be recycled, how to set out your recycling correctly, and how to report issues.