Collection Programs

Crews start early! Set material at the curb before 7:00 am.

There are no changes to curbside collection schedules. All District waste facilities remain open during operating hours.
Bi-Weekly (winter) garbage collection begins the week of November 1 - find your collection schedule!
7 am Collection - We’re working closely with our contractor to find better and more efficient ways of getting your waste collected. We need your help! On your regular collection day, please set materials at the curb for 7 am.
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Prepare for winter with our curbside collection tips

If winter weather delays collection, updates will be posted at www.muskokarecycles.ca and on our Muskoka Recycles mobile app.
Don’t forget – we start collection at 7 a.m.! Set material out before 7 a.m. on the morning of collection to prevent overnight snow cover. Snow-covered material could lead to missed collection due to poor visibility.
Don’t place material on top of snowbanks. Material placed on a snowbank presents an unsafe, awkward reach and cannot be collected. Instead, clear an area, without blocking the sidewalk, to the side of your driveway or place your containers/bags in your driveway. Ensure the placement of your material does not interfere with snow removal equipment.
Bring in your empty containers as soon as possible.
If using a roadside bin, it must be clear of snow and ice – please make sure lids and latches are not frozen. A clear path must be maintained so crews can collect material safely.

What do I do if I think I was missed?
Winter weather can cause changes in collection times as drivers navigate through difficult areas and drive according to road conditions. We remind residents that material must be at the curb no later than 7 a.m. as routes may be collected at different times of day – we ask residents for their patience and understanding as crews may be on the roads as late as 7 p.m. in the evening completing routes.

If you think you may have been missed, visit our Collection Impacts and Delays page or check your notifications on our Muskoka Recycles mobile app. Crews will attempt to return to missed areas the next business day (if your regular collection day is on Friday, set material back out on Monday morning unless directed otherwise).

Bi-weekly collection starts November 1, 2021

Find your collection schedule here.

During the winter schedule, recycling and green bin organics (in urban areas) continue to be collected weekly.

Fall 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. Dates have now been scheduled in your Muskoka Recycles mobile app collection schedule - download the App today to receive notifications and reminders. For more information on what to do with your leaves, please visit our Leaf and Yard Waste page.

2021 Collection days: urban households

Saturday, October 16, 2021 – 7 a.m.
Saturday, October 30, 2021 – 7 a.m.

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.

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Furniture (couches, chairs, shelving, tables, etc.)

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.

Scrap metal (metal appliances, BBQ's, bicycles, etc.)

Scrap metal is accepted at no charge at any Waste Facility.

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)

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.

What are "clean shingles"?

“Clean shingles” means new or used asphalt shingles including roofing nails but not including other roofing materials or waste."

What is the disposal fee for clean shingles?

Clean shingles are accepted at a reduced rate of $101/tonne at the Rosewarne (Bracebridge) location only, during regular business hours.

Masks and gloves (used)

These items belong in the garbage. Please make sure your bag is securely tied shut.