Garbage and Recycling
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To the curb by 7 a.m - maximum 40lbs/18kg a bag or can
- All your waste and recycling items must be placed at the curbside by 7 a.m. on the morning of your collection day to make sure everything is picked up. If you are late - collection crews are not able to return.
- Maximum weight of garbage that can be placed at the curb is 18kgs/40lbs.
- All garbage bags placed at the curb must have a properly affixed bag tag on the bag.
The Township is developing a Solid Waste Management Master Plan - ask questions, provide feedback, and learn more at Engage Loyalist!
How often and when?
- Mainland curbside pickup of garbage and recycling happens three days a week.
- Amherst Island residents can take their garbage and recycling directly to the landfill.
- Brush and yard waste are collected separately in the spring and fall every year.
- Household hazardous waste should be taken to the Kingston Area Recycling Centre (KARC).
2024 Municipal Calendar
Download an electronic version of the 2024 Loyalist Township Municipal Calendar (pdf: 8 MB).
It provides information on garbage and recycling schedules, recycling sorting, landfills, giveaway days, local events and more!
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