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The Township is developing a Solid Waste Management Master Plan, which will inform the future of garbage, recycling, and organic waste in Loyalist for the next 30 years. Visit our Engage Loyalist page to read more, ask questions, and provide feedback!

Recycling transition coming to Loyalist in July 2025

Residential recycling programs in Ontario are moving to a new collection system that is fully funded and operated by producers of recycling materials. To see how this will affect you - visit our Recycling Transition webpage. This system will transition on July 1, 2025.

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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 each garbage bag or can, even if containing multiple bags, is 18kgs/40lbs.
  • All garbage bags placed at the curb must have a properly affixed bag tag on the bag.
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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).

Latest Municipal Calendar

It provides information on garbage and recycling schedules, recycling sorting, landfills, giveaway days, local events and more! You can download an electronic version for easy access.

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Box 70, 263 Main Street
Odessa, Ontario K0H 2H0
Tel: 613-386-7351
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