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# Garbage, Recycling and Compost
Bluewater Recycling Association (BRA) provides weekly garbage and recycling pick-up in Lambton Shores. BRA uses a co-collection system, meaning both garbage and recycling are collected at the same time, using the same truck.
Garbage/Recycling Bin Placement
Did you know the loader arms on the collection trucks can reach 10-15' to grab your bin? When it comes to placing your bins by the road, please avoid placing them on the sidewalk, especially during the winter season.
Hitting or pushing bins with trucks, wings or plows is often unavoidable depending on the placement of bins. Keeping the loader arm length, keeping your bin(s) off the sidewalk and away from the immediate roadside can help keep them out of harms way*.*
Learn more about the Collection Reminder App
Sign up for BRA's Collection Reminder App and never forget to put your garbage and recycling out again!
## Other Waste Disposal Options:
Electronic Waste
Electronic Waste (e-waste) is harmful to the environment when not disposed of properly. Certain electronic items can be dropped off at the Northville Public Works Depot (9575 Port Franks Road) for proper disposal. There is no fee for this service.
## Remove all personal data
Please remove all personal data from any unit prior to bringing it to an e-waste site.
## Accepted electronic waste items
See our Accepted Electronic Waste Items List for a detailed listing of accepted items.
Landfills and Waste Sites
Lambton Shores does not own or operate a landfill or waste site. Lambton Shores Residents can use the landfills and waste sites in nearby municipalities.
Where to Recycle Map - Resource Productivity & Recovery Authority (RPRA)
RPRA's 'Where to Recycle' map displays locations across Ontario where you can drop off used materials to be recycled, such as batteries, electronics, household hazardous waste, lighting and tires, for free. Materials collected at these locations are reused, refurbished, recycled, or properly disposed of to help keep them out of landfill, recover valuable resources and protect our environment.
View the RPRA Recycle Map
Compost Site
Lambton Shores owns and operates a compost site located at 7550 Brush Road, near the Forest Wastewater Treatment Plant.
## Hours of operation
The Compost Site is open Wednesday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. from mid-April to mid-November (dates may change depending on the weather).
**The Compost Site is scheduled to close for the season on Saturday, November 28, 2026 (weather permitting).**
Bulk Waste
There are many options in our local community and surrounding area to dispose or donate large items that you may no longer need or do not work. Read our latest Bulk Item Management Options - Spring 2025 Flyer to learn more about business options and social service options where items can be disposed of, recycled, or donated.
Household Hazardous Waste
Household Hazardous Waste Days take place at the Clean Harbors Canada Inc. site, 4090 Telfer Road in St. Clair Township in March, April, May, June, September, and October. Additionally, the County of Lambton hosts two mobile Household Hazardous Waste events each year, with one in Sarnia and one in Lambton Shores (typically in the fall).
Learn more about the County's mobile Household Hazardous Waste event in Lambton Shores
Fall Leaf Pick Up Program - typically runs mid-October to mid-November
Lambton Shores operates a Leaf Pick Up Program in the spring and fall at no charge. The fall Leaf Pick Up Program typically runs from mid-October to mid-November each year.
**The Fall 2026 program runs Tuesday, October 13, 2026 to Monday, November 16, 2026.**
During this period, bagged leaves left at the curb will be picked up as long as they meet the requirements below:
* All leaves must be in brown paper bags. Plastic bags are not accepted
* Only leaves will be picked up. No garbage, brush, or other yard waste
* All bags must be placed at the curb for pick-up
Please do not rake leaves on to the streets or in ditches. This can cause drainage problems and poses a danger to pedestrians, bicycles, and motorists.
Please note: there will not be a specific day bagged leaves are picked up. Staff will pick up bagged leaves on a rolling basis throughout the period noted above.
Spring Leaf Pick Up Program - typically runs end of April to end of May
Lambton Shores operates a Leaf Pick Up Program in the spring and fall at no charge. The spring program typically runs from the end of April to the end of May.
**The Spring 2026 Program will run Monday, April 20 to Tuesday, May 19, 2026.**
During this period, bagged leaves left at the curb will be picked up as long as they meet the requirements below:
* All leaves must be in brown paper bags. Plastic bags are not accepted
* Only leaves will be picked up. No garbage, brush, or other yard waste
* All bags must be placed at the curb for pick-up
Please do not rake leaves on to the streets or in ditches. This can cause drainage problems and poses a danger to pedestrians, bicycles, and motorists.
Please note: there will not be a specific day bagged leaves are picked up. Staff will pick up bagged leaves on a rolling basis throughout the period noted above.
Christmas Tree Drop Off - runs late December to early January
After Christmas each year, residents can drop off their Christmas trees at a Municipal tree drop off site.
**The 2025/2026 Christmas Tree Drop Off Program runs until Saturday, January 10, 2026.**
Each year, there are two drop off locations for live trees:
* 9575 Port Franks Road, Thedford
* 7849 Rawlings Road, Forest
Please note: only real trees can be dropped off (no artificial trees) and all decorations must be removed.
Battery Recycling
Make a difference by recycling your used batteries at the Municipal Office located at 9577 Port Franks Road, Thedford.
Not sure what kind of batteries can be recycled? Check out this guide to help.
#### Battery Recycling Safety
Please ensure batteries are being safety recycled and dropped off in an appropriate state. Resources on how to properly and safely prepare your batteries for recycling can be found on the Recycle Your Batteries website.
Contact Us
9577 Port Franks Road, Thedford, ON N0M 2N0
Municipal Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Phone: 519-243-1400 | 1-866-943-1400 | Fax: 519-243-8611