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# Landfill
We have two landfills in the Township of Huron-Kinloss, the Huron Landfill and Kinloss Landfill. See below for specific information on types of waste accepted at each.
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## Huron Landfill
The Huron Landfill is located at **2087 Concession 6 East, Ripley** ON, N0G 2R0.
**Hours of operations: Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., year round.**
**Phone Number: 519-395-3500**
#### What You Will Need to Bring
When bringing waste to our landfills, the following things are expected:
* We take **cash or debit only**. No credit cards.
* **Proof of residency**. Only residents and property owners can use the Landfill sites. You may be asked for proof of residency in Huron-Kinloss such as your driver's license or a tax bill. Please bring something with you so you are not turned away.
* **Proof of Source**. Only waste from Township properties can be taken to the Landfill sites. If you are not a property owner in the Township but are bringing waste from the Township ie. contractor, please fill out the Proof of Source form and provide it to the attendant.
Proof of Source form
* If you are making regular disposals at the landfill and would like to have an account, please complete and submit the Landfill Credit Application form. Allow at least 2 business days for processing.
Landfill Application Form
* **Respect and Responsibility**. The landfill is under the RZone policy which is to promote respect, commitment, and considerate relationships between the Township and the public to foster a safe and positive environment. Please respect our Staff and they will in turn respect you. Thank you.
### Recycling Programs Available
We have the following options available at the Huron Landfill to help you **Reduce, Re-use, and Recycle** and create a more **sustainable environment**.
Agricultural Plastics
## Let's keep plastics out of the landfill.
The Township of Huron-Kinloss is working with **Switch Energy 2024 Inc.** to responsibly recycle a wide range of agricultural plastics, including:
* Bale wrap (white)
* Baler twine
* Boat wrap (blue or white)
* Bunker plastic (white or black)
* Commercial shrink wrap
* Greenhouse film (white)
* LD and LLD films
* Shavings bags
* Water softener salt bags
### How to recycle your plastics
1. **Request recycling bags** from landfill staff (at no cost).
2. **Clean plastics** to remove dirt, debris, and excess moisture.
*Cleaner plastics weigh less, which can help reduce your overall recycling cost.*
3. **Separate by type** and place each material in its own recycling bag.
4. **Return the filled bags** to the landfill.
5. **Cost:** $140.00 per tonne (charged by weight).
Thank you for helping protect our environment and reduce landfill waste.
Batteries
Single-use batteries only. No car batteries or lead acid batteries ie. lawn mower, boat.
**Free of charge!**
E-Waste - Electric and Electronic Recycling
You can dispose of electric and electronic products **free of charge**. We have an expanded list of items which basically includes anything with a cord. Don't forget to wipe your drives, clear your SIM cards, and protect your privacy!
Click here for the full list.
Mattresses & Box Springs
Mattresses and box springs are taken off site for recycling. See below for the **per item/fee**.
Polystyrene
A shipping container is available for clean, dry expanded polystyrene **free of charge**. Please see link for details and conditions.
Scrap Steel & Appliances
We recycle any scrap steel including appliances **free of charge**.
Note on appliances:
* Glass shelving is to be removed and placed in the pit.
* Refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, and dehumidifiers are required to have CFC tags to prove that hazardous Freon/coolant has been removed.
* **Items without a CFC tag will be charged a fee.** See below for the per item fee.
Tires
All tires are accepted for recycling except large tractor tires, **free of charge**.
### Landfill Fees
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| **Item** | **Fees** **Jan 1, 2026** |
| Minimum Charge, max 90kg load | $13.00 |
| Domestic Sorted Waste, per tonne | $140.00 |
| Construction Material, per tonne | $140.00 |
| Concrete/Brick, per tonne | $140.00 |
| Stumps and logs over 6" diameter, per tonne | $140.00 |
| Unsorted Waste, per tonne | $280.00 |
| Mattress/Box Spring Disposal (recycled) | $28.00 |
| Untagged Appliances (refrigerators, air conditioners), per unit | $25.00 |
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## **Kinloss Landfill**
The Kinloss Landfill is located at **690 Kairshea Ave**.
**Hours of Operation: Seasonally** **April - October only,** **Saturdays 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.**
**Opening, Saturday April 4th.**
**Accepted waste. All Free of Charge:**
* Brush
* Scrap steel & white goods (any Freon must be removed prior to drop off)
* Tires
* Household recyclables are NO LONGER accepted at this location.
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## **Landfill Reports**
The following annual reports are prepared by contracted engineers and sent to the Ministry of Environment, Conservation & Parks (MECP), per MECP regulation:
* 2025 Huron Landfill Annual Monitoring Report
* 2025 Kinloss Landfill Annual Monitoring Report
Contact Us
Township of Huron-Kinloss
21 Queen Street
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