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# Garbage
OSM Township provides curbside garbage collection for all residents. Garbage Collection is provided by Waste Connections of Canada on behalf of the Township.
Missed Collection
If your garbage was not collected, please contact:
Waste Connections of Canada
705-742-4268
Garbage Collection Guidelines
**Households**
- Each household may place up to **two (2) standard-sized clear garbage bags** at the curb each week.
**Businesses**
- Businesses may place up to **four (4) standard-sized clear garbage bags** at the curb each week.
- If your business produces more than four bags per week, please **arrange service with a private waste contractor**.
**Collection Timing**
- Garbage must be placed at the curb **no later than 7:00 a.m. on collection day**.
- Do not place garbage out the night before to help prevent issues with wildlife.
**Note: OSM implemented a clear bag program in 2020.**
\*\*Waste Connections of Canada is **not responsible** for garbage torn open by animals, and **homeowners/businesses must clean up** any roadside litter caused by opened bags.
FAQ Garbage/Waste
FAQ Clear Bag Program
FAQ Disposal Of Unwanted Items
Waste Exemption for Medical Reasons
If a resident with a medical condition has the probability to generate excess amounts of non-hazardous waste beyond their control, they can apply for an exemption from the maximum weekly established limit for curbside pick-up.
Application for Waste Exemption for Medical Reasons
Holiday Collection Changes 2026
Labour Day - Monday, September 7, 2026
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| Garbage |
| Normal Collection No change to the schedule. |
National Day for Truth & Reconciliation Day - Wednesday, September 30, 2026
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| Garbage |
| Normal Collection No change to the schedule. |
Thanksgiving Day - Monday, October 12, 2026
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| Garbage |
| Normal Collection No change to the schedule. |
Remembrance Day - Wednesday, November 11, 2026
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| Garbage |
| Normal Collection No change to the schedule. |
Christmas Day - Friday, December 25, 2026
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| Garbage |
| Cancelled for Thursday. * Fri. Dec. 25, 2026 moves to Sat. Dec. 26, 2026. |
Please remember to have all collections to the curbside prior to 7:00 a.m.
Boxing Day - Friday, December 26, 2025
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| Garbage |
| Normal Collection No change to schedule. |
Please remember to have all collections to the curbside prior to 7:00 a.m.
New Year's Day - Friday January 1, 2027
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| Garbage |
| Cancelled for Friday. To be collected on Saturday, January 2, 2026 |
Please remember to have all collections to the curbside prior to 7:00 a.m.
Composting & Green Waste
Composting is not mandatory, organic material may go in the clear garbage bag. If you would like to reduce organic material in the garbage, you can compost at home or by taking your organic material to the OSM Transfer Station. All information is available on the Peterborough County website.
FAQ Green Waste
Peterborough County Waste Portal
**Waste Reduction Services in Peterborough County**
Peterborough County offers waste reduction services to all residents.
Use thePeterborough County Waste Portal to:
· Check your garbage and recycling schedule.
· Find out how to recycle or dispose of household items using the "What Goes Where**"** tab.
Contact Us
P.O. Box 70,
20 Third Street,
Keene, ON, K0L 2G0
Phone: 705-295-6852
Fax: 705-295-6405
[email protected]
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