Waste and Waste Diversion

Please Don’t Waste Your Garbage

Waste isn’t just something we throw away, it’s an action.

When you make the effort to divert materials into your green bin and recycling cart instead of the garbage bag, it helps all of us.

blue recycling cart with wheels 360 litre capacity

Circular Materials has Rolled Out Recycling Carts in Wellington County

The organization responsible for residential recycling in Wellington County has switched from blue boxes to automated cart collection.

Programme details, Member Municipality webpage links, and FAQs are available online at www.circularmaterials.ca/wellington-county.

64 gallon rolling recycling carts green and yellow in colour

Expanded Recycling Cart Service for Businesses

The business recycling cart programme that began in spring of 2025 has expanded.

Businesses located within the 14 identified urban collection areas will have the opportunity to register and receive cart collection of their recyclables.

Not sure if you are eligible? Visit our Recycling page to find out.

Learn more about the waste and waste diversion options available, find your waste collection schedule and get tips for reducing waste.

Collection Schedule

Waste Facility Locations & Hours

Garbage

Green Bin

Leaf & Yard Waste

Household Hazardous Waste

Recycling

Wellington County curbside collection calendars for week a and week b

When's my collection day?

Find your curbside collection schedule. Place scheduled items at the curb before 7:00 am on the morning of your scheduled pick up day.

Recycle Coach

Check out the Recycle Coach waste app to view your personalized collection schedule. You can even set up collection reminders on your device so you never miss a collection day!