Crews start early! Set material at the curb before 7 a.m.
- Weekly garbage collection is in effect - find your collection schedule!
- 7 a.m. collection - on your regular collection day, please set materials at the curb for 7 a.m. Please note, crews may be out until 7 p.m. collecting.
- Download our Muskoka Recycles mobile app in the App Store or Google Play and get customized waste management information for your community.
Latest Updates
| Bracebridge winter storm chippable brush relief |
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Chippable brush fees are reinstated for Bracebridge residents, as the tipping fee relief reached capacity on November 4, 2022 as outlined in the District bylaw. |
| Bi-weekly garbage collection resumes week of November 7 |
| Find your collection schedule here. |
| 2022 Leaf and yard waste collection |
Curbside leaf and yard waste collection is available to urban area residents who receive green bin service on scheduled dates in the spring and fall. Download our Muskoka Recycles mobile app to receive notifications and reminders. For more information on what to do with your leaves, please visit our Leaf and Yard Waste page. 2022 Collection days: urban households
Leaf and yard waste must be set out by 7 a.m. |
| Recycle right - mixed recycling |
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Recycling right makes a difference. When we recycle, it benefits the environment in several ways – material and natural resources are preserved, energy is saved during the manufacturing process, greenhouse gas emissions are reduced that contribute to climate change, and less waste is sent to our only landfill. Read more about how to Recycle Right - see our latest News Release. |
| Bag limit reduction - transfer stations |
The no-charge weekly garbage bag limit will be reduced from 3 bags per week to 2 bags per week, starting Monday, April 4.As part of the District of Muskoka’s Waste Strategy, a reduction in no-charge weekly garbage bag limits at Waste Facilities starts the week of April 4, 2022. The changes were approved by District Council in December 2021 as part of the Waste Strategy and Roadmap to 60% Diversion. Reducing garbage is critical to extend the life of Muskoka’s one remaining landfill and ensure a secure, long-term way to manage our garbage. |
| Bag limit reduction - curbside collection |
| Beginning the week of November 6, 2022 all household limits will be reduced by one bag weekly.
Urban area households receive weekly green bin organics collection, which is why garbage limits differ for those residing in the rural area. Urban Area: 1 garbage bags weekly (summer) / 2 bags bi-weekly (winter) Rural Area: 2 garbage bags weekly (summer) / 4 bags bi-weekly (winter)
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Where does it go?
Need to get rid of something, and not sure what to do with it? Try our online Waste Wizard! Our most recently searched items are available below.
- Download our 2022 Summary of Fees in PDF
| Furniture (couches, chairs, shelving, tables, etc.) | ||||
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Good, used furniture can be donated, sold, or repurposed. For end of life furniture, a disposal fee of $201/tonne (2021 rate) applies, items must be delivered to any Waste Facility. |
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| Scrap metal (metal appliances, BBQ's, bicycles, etc.) | ||||
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Scrap metal is accepted at no charge at any Waste Facility. |
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| Fridges and freezers (freon units) | ||||
| Freon removal is required, a $26 fee (2021 rate) applies, items must be delivered to any Waste Facility. | ||||
| Shingles (Clean Shingle Program) | ||||
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The District has a "Clean Shingle" diversion program at the Rosewarne (Bracebridge) Landfill. The District operates a diversion program for these clean shingles and offers a reduced rate for clean shingles.
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| Masks and gloves (used) | ||||
| These items belong in the garbage. Please make sure your bag is securely tied shut. |
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