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# Waste and Waste Diversion
## Please Don't Waste Your Garbage
> Waste isn't just something we throw away, it's an action.
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> When you make the effort to divert materials into your green bin and recycling cart instead of the garbage bag, it helps all of us.
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## Circular Materials has Rolled Out Recycling Carts in Wellington County
The organization responsible for residential recycling in Wellington County has switched from blue boxes to automated cart collection.
Programme details, Member Municipality webpage links, and FAQs are available online at www.circularmaterials.ca/wellington-county.
## Expanded Recycling Cart Service for Businesses
The business recycling cart programme that began in spring of 2025 has expanded.
Businesses located within the 14 identified urban collection areas will have the opportunity to register and receive cart collection of their recyclables.
Not sure if you are eligible? Visit our Recycling page to find out.
Learn more about the waste and waste diversion options available, find your waste collection schedule and get tips for reducing waste.
Collection Schedule
Waste Facility Locations & Hours
Garbage
Green Bin
Leaf & Yard Waste
Household Hazardous Waste
Recycling
Contact Us
## When's my collection day?
Find your curbside collection schedule. Place scheduled items at the curb before 7:00 am on the morning of your scheduled pick up day.
## Recycle Coach
Check out the Recycle Coach waste app to view your personalized collection schedule. You can even set up collection reminders on your device so you never miss a collection day!
## Recycle Coach
Download the Recycle Coach app today!
## Featured Programmes and Services
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## Circular Economy
Learn about the benefits of a Circular Economy and what you can do to reduce waste!
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## National Public Works Week
Celebrate National Public Works Week (NPWW) with the County of Wellington!
## Contact Us
Missed Garbage, Green Bin, or Leaf and Yard Waste Collections? New to the County? Want to report a Concern or Suggestion? Your feedback is appreciated! Contact the Solid Waste Services team.
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### Engineering Services Department - Solid Waste Services Division
Phone
519.837.2601
Address
74 Woolwich Street, Guelph ON N1H 3T9
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