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Download our Muskoka Waste app in the App Store or Google Play and find out where things go, get your curbside collection calendar, set reminders, see waste facility locations and hours, and more!  

Private Roads and CCP Information 
Following Council’s approval on Nov. 18, 2025, details regarding timing and the application process will be available in the second quarter of 2026.
Weather Set Out Tips 
Visit the Collections Impacts and Delays Page for tips on setting out waste year round.  
Not sure where something goes?
Search for an item using the online Waste Wizard or download the Muskoka Waste App to search. Type slowing to let suggested items populate. 
Diapers and incontinence products

As we work together to reach our diversion targets, residents can deliver one clear bag of diapers or incontinence products per week at no charge to any transfer station.

Garbage bag tags for purchase 

Garbage Bag Tags are available for instances you may produce more garbage than normal. Garbage bag tags cost $8 each or five tags for $35. 
Garbage Bag Tags can be purchased from any transfer station.
A maximum of 10 tags (bags) are permitted for use, per garbage collection day. 
Garbage bag tags are intended for additional household bags of garbage, over and above your regular limit. We do not collect large items or appliances at the curb. 

Green bin request form
If you require a new green bin, we're here to help - fill out our Green Bin Request Form.
Green bins can also be purchased for the at cost price (currently $24.81) at any transfer station. For a list of locations and hours visit our Drop-off Locations and Landfill page.
Resources

Clear Bag Program 

Electronic Waste Guide

2026 Fee Guide

Green Bin Organics Guide

Household Hazardous Waste Guide 

One-page Waste Sorting Guide

 

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70 Pine Street
Bracebridge, ON P1L 1N3

Phone: 705-645-2100
Fax: 705-645-5319

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