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Sunday, October 25, 2026 - Lakeside collection winter schedule begins.
NEW! Household organics now accepted at lakeside collection events.
Lakeside waste collection provides garbage, recycling and organics collection for eligible Muskoka properties that do not receive curbside collection. Check your collection location and schedule before bringing your waste. Only drop off waste during scheduled collection hours.
2026/2027 Winter Lakeside Collection Schedule
Winter collection takes place every other Sunday from October 25, 2026, to April 25, 2027.
Collection dates
| Month | Collection dates |
|---|---|
| October | 25 |
| November | 8, 22 |
| December | 6, 20 |
| January | 3, 17, 31 |
| February | 14, 28 |
| March | 14, 28 |
| April | 11, 25 |
Collection locations and times
Find your community below to confirm where and when you can drop off waste on scheduled collection dates.
| Community | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Bird Lake and Black River Communities | 3448 Highway 118 East (Fire Hall), Bracebridge | 10:00 am to 11:30 am |
| Pine, Leech and Bigwind Lake Communities | Intersection of Fraserburg Road and Lorne Road, Bracebridge | 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm |
| Fish Lake | Intersection of Fish Lake and Maws Road, Huntsville | 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm |
| Glen Echo | 1020 Glen Echo Road, Gravenhurst | 10:00 am to 11:30 am |
| Go Home Lake | Public Dock at the end of Minors Bay Road, Georgian Bay | 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm |
2026 Lakeside waste collection winter schedule (PDF)
Get collection reminders
Use the Muskoka Waste app to check your schedule and receive collection reminders, service delay notices and cancellation alerts.
Download Muskoka Waste from the App Store
Download Muskoka Waste from Google Play
What you can bring
The amount of garbage you can bring depends on the season. Recycling and organics collection are unlimited.
| Waste type | Winter collection (every 2 weeks) | Summer collection (weekly) |
|---|---|---|
| Garbage | Up to 4 clear, colourless bags, securely tied shut | Up to 2 clear, colourless bags, securely tied shut |
| Recycling | Unlimited household recycling in clear or transparent bags or an open-top container | Unlimited |
| Green bin organics | Unlimited, in certified compostable bags or liners | Unlimited |
What you cannot bring
Large items, including furniture and appliances, are not accepted at lakeside collection events. Take these items and other waste not accepted at lakeside events to a District transfer station.
Find a waste drop-off location
Not sure where an item goes? Use the Waste Wizard to find out how to dispose of it.
Before you arrive
Lakeside waste collection is available only to eligible properties that do not receive curbside collection.
Before visiting:
- Be ready to provide your Muskoka property address.
- Make sure your property is included on the lakeside waste collection attendance list.
- Check your collection date, location and time.
- Bring only accepted waste within the collection limits.
Waste generated on public or Crown land is not accepted at lakeside collection events. Take this waste to a transfer station or depot.
Only drop off waste during collection hours
Do not leave garbage, organics or recycling at a lakeside collection location before or after the scheduled collection event.
Waste left outside event hours is considered illegal dumping.
Resources
- How does lakeside waste collection work (Video)
- Bin Site Transition Plan
- 2027 Winter Lakeside Schedule (PDF)