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# Garbage and Recycling
## Waste Collection
Roadside Waste Collection takes place on **Tuesday of every week**.
All containers must be placed out before **7:00 AM** and may not be left out overnight the day before.
Garbage Tags
Terrace Bay currently employs a Pay-As-You-Throw system for roadside garbage collection. At a cost of **$2.50 per garbage tag**, the tag needs to be attached to the inside of each approved container on top of all the garbage, easily visible to Public Works staff.
**Garbage Tags can be purchased at the Community Centre Office, Public Library and Drifters Esso Convenience Store.**
Approved Containers
To prevent wildlife issues, a garbage container must be used for roadside collections. For a container to be approved it must be constructed of either metal or plastic and have a tight-fitting lid, carrying handles and capable of being sanitized. Approved containers will have a maximum volume of **121 litres (or less)** and weigh no more than **40lbs** when collected, however, collection of waste will remain at the discretion of Public Works staff.
Non-Residential Waste
A timed waste pickup system is available for all non-residential waste (from commercial, institutional, industrial and multi-residential entities), whereby users pay a fee based on the length of time required for Public Works staff to complete the collection.
**Residential "Pay As You Throw" per garbage can:** $2.50
| Garbage Group | Time Length | Price |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Group A | <5 Minutes | $26 |
| Group B | 5-10 Minutes | $52 |
| Group C | 10-15 Minutes | $85 |
| Group D | 15-20 Minutes | $117 |
| Group E1 | >60 Minutes | $208 |
| Group E2 | >120 Minutes | $358 |
**Please Note:** Businesses are not obligated to register for timed pickup. Similar to residential customers, businesses that produce a small amount of garbage each week may simply purchase garbage tags and place the waste out for roadside collection.
**To register your business for the timed pickup service or if you would like more information, please feel free to contact the Township at:**(807) 825-3315
Contact
If you have any questions or concerns about waste collection in Terrace Bay, please reach out to Public Works:
**Ryan Falzetta**
Operations Manager
**Phone:** 807-825-3315 x 7601
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## Curbside Recycling
**Effective January 7, 2026**, Curbside recycling collection takes place **bi-weekly on Wednesdays.** Recyclables must be on the curbside before **7:00 AM**. The collection service is available, free of charge to all residential users within the township.
Effective **July 1, 2024**, our recycling program is managed by Circular Materials (CMO), a not-for-profit organization committed to creating efficient and effective recycling systems in Ontario.
### Recycling FAQs
Is there a Recycling Calendar?
**Circular Materials** maintains a copy of the yearly Recycling Guide and Calendar:
circularmaterials.ca/terracebay
How and What Can I Recycle?
**Circular Materials** maintains an updated list of what you can recycle on their website:
circularmaterials.ca/terracebay
What Can I Not Recycle?
**Circular Materials** maintains an updated list of what you can't recycle on their website:
circularmaterials.ca/terracebay
Can I Recycle My Electronic Waste (E-Waste)?
A FREE e-waste recycling program is available for residents and businesses at the Terrace Bay Landfill. We accept all mercury-free electronics.
The following can be dropped off at the Terrace Bay landfill, but is not limited to:
* Amplifiers
* Answering MAchines
* Audio/Visual Players and Recorders
* Cables
* Cellphones
* Computers
* Copiers
* Fax MAchines
* Keyboards
* Laptops
* Mice
* Monitors
* Printers
* Radios/Recievers
* Scanners
* Speakers
* Telephones
* Turntables
* Video Players and Projectors
* Video Recorders
Can I Drop Off Recycling at the Landfill?
Yes, you can drop off your recycling at the landfill for **FREE** during its operating hours.
What Do I Do With My Scrap Metal?
A scrap metal collection program available at the Terrace Bay Landfill and will accept any and all forms of scrap metal, appliances and metal-based items from businesses and residents, at a cost (Landfill Site Passes).
**Please note: on-site attendants have the final say for what will or will not be accepted as "scrap metal."**
The costs for scrap metal drop-off is as follows:
| Punches/Description | Price |
| --- | --- |
| TWO PUNCHES | Cars; 1/2 ton Truck with Equivalent of 5 or Less Garbage Bags; Access with No Disposal | $4 |
| FOUR PUNCHES | 1/2 ton Truck with Equivalent of More Than 5 Garbage Bags or Construction Waste | $8 |
| TWELVE PUNCHES | Trucks Over One Ton, Up to and including Single Axle Dump Truck | $24 |
| FIFTY PUNCHES | Licensed Sewage Disposal Trucks (to be dumped in appropriate drying bed) | $100 |
| ONE HUNDRED PUNCHES | Tandem or Tri-axle Trucks | $200 |
| THREE HUNDRED PUNCHES | Tandem or Tri-axle Trucks with Fuel Contaminated Soil (Approx. 18 tonnes) | $600 |
| Admin Fee for Direct Billing Per Invoice | $35 |
| Derelict Vehicles | $100 |
| Gate Opening Fee | $50 |
| Non-Drained Refrigerators | $100 |
| Clean residential yard waste\* (Must be entirely organic) The Township reserves the right to refuse any yard waste | FREE |
What Do I Do With My Old Tires?
We accept tires, with or without rims, at our landfill free of charge!
Contact
If you have any questions or concerns about recycling in Terrace Bay, please feel free to reach out to
**GFL****Phone:** 1 (844) 870-4351
**Email:** [email protected]
**Circular Materials**
**Phone:** 1 (877) 677-2626
**Email:** [email protected]
**Website:** circularmaterials.ca/terracebay
Download the Circular Materials Recycling App to be reminded of recycling pickup and learn about what you can recycle!
* Eco-Terrace Bay
## Terrace Bay Landfill
The Terrace Bay Landfill is conveniently located between Terrace Bay and Schreiber, just off Highway 17. Keep an eye out for signs directing you to the Dump Road.
Hours of Operation
**Winter Hours:**
October 16 - May 31: 1 PM - 5 PM
Closed Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday
**Summer Hours:**
June 1 - October 15: 2 PM - 6 PM
Closed Tuesday and Thursday
Landfill Passes
Landfill site passes must be purchased at the Terrace Bay Community Centre Office; passes are not available for purchase at the landfill.
| Landfill Punch Cards | Price |
| --- | --- |
|
| |
| 2 Punches | $4 |
| 4 Punches | $8 |
| 6 Punches | $12 |
| 12 Punches | $24 |
| 25 Punches | $50 |
| 50 Punches | $100 |
| 100 Punches | $200 |
| 300 Punches | $600 |
Other Pricing Information
| Punches/Description | Price |
| --- | --- |
|
| |
| Admin Fee for Direct Billing Per Invoice | $35 |
| Derelict Vehicles | $100 |
| Gate Opening Fee | $60 |
| Non-Drained Refrigerators | $100 |
| Clean residential yard waste\* (Must be entirely organic) The Township reserves the right to refuse any yard waste | FREE |
For the most current and up to date fees and charges listings, visit our civicweb document centre.
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