When is garbage and recycling collected? Are there bag limits or sorting rules?
In the City of Thunder Bay, Ontario, garbage & recycling rules are set by Solid Waste and Recycling Facility (Landfill) - City of Thunder Bay, verified 2026-10-28. Fee: Tipping fees: up to 120 kg $10; over 120 kg $94.65 per tonne; contaminated soil $45.17 per tonne. Accepted or banned: Only garbage generated within the District of Thunder Bay is accepted; non-tagged freezers, refrigerators, dehumidifiers or air conditioners are not accepted.
Solid Waste and Recycling Facility (Landfill) - City of Thunder Bay
adopted bylaw
sorting required
yes
Make sure, before leaving home, to sort and separate your load!
accepted or banned
Only garbage generated within the District of Thunder Bay is accepted; non-tagged freezers, refrigerators, dehumidifiers or air conditioners are not accepted.
What is and isn't accepted at the landfill
fee
Tipping fees: up to 120 kg $10; over 120 kg $94.65 per tonne; contaminated soil $45.17 per tonne.
Tipping fees
scout note
rules page: Landfill at 5405 Mapleward Rd; open Mon-Fri 8-6:30, Sat 8-4:30, closed Sundays and statutory holidays; only District of Thunder Bay waste accepted; private vs commercial vehicle procedures.