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# Garbage and Recycling
The Municipality of West Perth contracts Bluewater Recycling Association (BRA) to provide curbside garbage and recycling collection. Residents are encouraged to visit the **Bluewater Recycling Association** website to find up-to-date information regarding delays and cancellations. The company website also provides details on items that are acceptable for collection.
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## Recycling & Garbage Collection
**Mitchell Ward:** Curbside collection occurs weekly on **Mondays.**
**Logan, Fullarton, Hibbert Wards:** Collection takes place bi-weekly on **Thursdays.**
Your garbage and recycling should be placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your collection day to help avoid missed collections.
2026 Waste and Recycling Calendar, Recyclable Materials and Guide
A user pay program is in effect and mandatory for all property owners. The most benefits are gained when a little effort is put forth. Those who produce the least waste pay the least! This is an excellent opportunity for you to reduce, reuse and recycle as much as you can.
##### Approved Collection Fees (Grey Bins)
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| 120L Bin | Sm Garbage | 1.5 waste bags | $120.00 /year |
| 240L Bin | Med Garbage | 4 blue boxes or 3 waste bags | $170.00 /year |
| 360L Bin | Lrg Garbage | 6 blue boxes or 4.5 waste bags | $220.00 /year |
| 240L Bin | Med Recycling | | No Charge |
| 360L Bin | Lrg Recycling | | No Charge |
For new or replacement containers, please contact Bluewater Recycling Association online.
Property owners requiring a change in bin size must contact BRA at 1(800)265-9799 ext. 228.
Garbage and Recycling Bin Options
To report a missed collection of garbage and/or recycling, please fill out the report a missed collection form or contact Bluewater Recycling Association at 1-800-265-9799, ext. 228.
In the case of disruptions such as inclement weather, you can also visit the Bluewater Recycling Association website collection status page for updates.
What is and is not recyclable in West Perth?
The average recycling contamination rate is around 25% (meaning 1 out of 4 items put in the recycling are non-recyclable). In West Perth, the contamination rate is around **40%**, well above the average rate. Adding non-recyclable items to the recycling makes it harder for the recycling company to sort the items, taking more time, and money!
Avoid "Wish-cycling" (meaning, putting something in the recycling bin you aren't 100% sure is recyclable. The Bluewater Recycling Association has a material guide to help you identify which items are recyclable in our area. Refer to their material guide below to learn more.
##### **Recycle Coach App**
You can download the Association's Recycle Coach App to get instant access to all the waste collection schedules that happen in your neighbourhood and in our community.
It Sends You Reminders!
Once you've got Recycle Coach, set up alerts easily to remind you that recycling collection is coming up or that a special e-waste day is taking place at a nearby location. Never miss another collection day for garbage, recycling, yard waste, household hazardous waste and electronic waste and more.
##### What You Get:
* By selecting your collection zone, you'll have all this information at your fingertips 24/7.
* Regular and holiday garbage collection days
* Regular and holiday recycling collection days
* Seasonal collections for yard waste and Christmas trees
* Special collection days for bulky items, household hazardous waste, e-waste and more.
* Hours of operation and locations for depots, transfer stations and landfills.
* Customer Service phone numbers
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Other Waste Disposal
The Municipality of West Perth recommends the process of composting as a means of reducing household waste. Other benefits of composting include:
* Conservation of landfill space
* Money saved on collecting garbage
* Composting provides an excellent soil conditioner
They can be ordered from Bluewater Recycling Association and delivered to you.
For more information on composting and available products, visit the Bluewater Recycling Association website.
**Leaf collection - Starting October 19th, 2026**
A bagged leaf collection service is provided to Mitchell Ward residents in the fall of each year. Please follow the guidelines below to make sure your leaves are collected:
* Leaf collection takes place from mid-October - mid-November.
* **Leaves must be in a paper bag.**
* Only leaf material is acceptable in bags, no other yard waste or material is accepted.
* Bags must not exceed 25 kgs (50 lbs) to ensure the safety of staff.
* Ensure leaf bags are placed on boulevard, clear of any obstructions (examples: trees or parked vehicles). Staff will not go on private property or resident's property to get bags.
##### Leaf Disposal Alternatives
If you do not wish to use West Perth's bagged leaf collection service or you live in an area that the service is not provided, other disposal options are:
* Deliver leaves and yard waste in paper yard-waste bags to the West Perth Landfill for composting at no charge.
* Plastic Bags containing yard waste/leaves can be emptied into the yard waste bin by the customer, and the plastic bag put in the adjacent garbage bin. If the yard waste/leaves are in paper bags, the bag and the contents can be placed in the yard waste bin without emptying the bags.
* Alternatively, mulch leaves on your property to use in gardens, flowerbeds, or leave mulched leaves on your yard to create healthier growing conditions for your lawn.
* Compost leaves in your backyard composter.
**Common Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Items:**
* Batteries (household, rechargeable, automotive)
* Energy efficient bulbs, fluorescent tubes/bulbs
* Antifreeze and brake fluid
* Hair dye, nail polish, nail polish remover
* Household cleaners, such as bleach, oven cleaners, drain cleaners
* Paints, varnish, solvents, caulking, glue
* Pharmaceuticals
* Propane tanks/cylinders
* Thermostats containing mercury
* Used motor oil and filters
**Do not put hazardous materials in the garbage, down a drain or on the ground**.
The Municipality of West Perth offers a Municipal Hazardous and Special Waste (MHSW) Depot, conveniently located at the landfill site, where residents can dispose of their household hazardous materials safely and efficiently, free of charge.
For more information on the HSW program please visit Resource Productivity & Recovery Authority for complete details.
Have you recently replaced a computer, phone or television? Drop-off your unwanted or obsolete electronic devices to be fully recycled at the landfill! The Municipality of West Perth is proud to offer safe, responsible disposal free of charge!
##### Accepted electronic devices:
**IT Data Center and Networking Equipment:**
* Hubs, switches, routers, modems, access points, servers and printed circuit boards, programmable logic controllers, relays, controllers, spectro-tracers, etc.
**IT/AV End-Point Devices:**
* Desktop computers, laptops, tablets, mobile phones, printers, copiers, scanners, MFPS, keyboards, mice, cables, peripherals, circuit boards, memory, mother boards, monitors, TVs, cable box, satelite box
**Data and Digital Media Storage:**
* Hard drives, SSDs and USB drives
For more information on the e-waste program please visit **Dundee Electronic Recycling** for complete details.
Agricultural bale wrap is no longer accepted at the West Perth Landfill for recycling. Bale wrap can be recycled through Switch Energy Corp who will come to your location to pick up the material.
Tipping Fees will apply at the West Perth Landfill.
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Landfill
The Municipality of West Perth operates an all-in-one landfill and depot for the 3Rs (reduce, reuse, recycle) with competitive fees. The landfill accepts certain electronics, hazardous materials, leaf and yard waste for free.**Please note, the landfill does not accept tires or any material containing asbestos.** The West Perth Landfill is for the use of West Perth Residents only as per the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change regulations. Be prepared to present proof of residence.
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| **Current Fee Schedule** **Location:** 125 Clarke Street, Mitchell **Methods of Payment:** Debit & Credit | **Annual Monitoring Reports:** * 2025 Hibbert Landfill * 2025 Fullarton Landfill * 2025 Logan Landfill * 2025 Mitchell Landfill * 2025 Industrial Landfill |
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| HOURS OF OPERATION | |
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 9 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.\* |
| Wednesday | 9 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.\* |
| Thursday | 9 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.\* |
| Friday | 9 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.\* |
| Saturday | 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.\* |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
| Stat Holidays | CLOSED |
\*Last loads will be accepted 15 minutes before the closing time listed above.
Landfill Commercial Businesses & Contractor Forms
The Mitchell Domestic Landfill is only for the disposal of waste generated within the Municipality of West Perth. The Contractor Authorization Policy establishes guidelines for contractors whose business address is located outside of West Perth municipal boundaries.
Contractor Authorization Policy
Contractor Authorization Form
Sign-up for a Commercial Businesses/Contractor Landfill Account:
Commercial business and contractor landfill accounts are only for those taking waste to the landfill on behalf of the Municipality of West Perth ratepayer.
Landfill Account Application Form - Commercial Businesses and Contractors Only (Online Version)
Landfill Account Application Form - Commercial Businesses and Contractors Only (PDF version)
Go paperless! Sign up and you will receive a PDF version of your water and sewer bill delivered directly to your email account.
You will no longer receive a paper copy of your bill when you sign up for E-Send, future bills will be delivered to the email address you provided. Customers may sign up for more than one utility account for e-bills. A separate enrollment form is required for each utility account.
If you have any questions, or decide to withdraw from E-Send, please email your request to the Utilities Clerk or contact them via telephone at (519) 348-8429 ext 229.
E-Send Registration For Landfill
**Please note:**
* It is the customer's responsibility to complete a new enrollment form if there is a change to the email address where the utility bill is being sent and also to notify the Utilities Clerk if a bill has not been received.
* Customers using the utility e-billing service are subject to standard late fees if applicable.
* Please add [email protected] to your email's safe list/contact list to ensure e-bills are sent directly to your inbox.
Commercial Recycling
Recycling in Ontario is changing due to updates to the Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act. Under the new regulations, Producer Responsibility Organizations (PROs) are now responsible for **residential recycling only**, while recycling collected from **Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional (ICI)** properties must be collected and processed separately.
As part of this transition, recycling bins at ICI properties will be updated with **red lids**. These bins are designated for **commercial-source recyclables only**.
If you are unsure of your collection day or have questions about your recycling service, please contact Bonnie at **519-228-6678 ext. 221** or [email protected].
**UPCOMING CHANGES- JANUARY 2027**
Beginning January 2027, an annual ICI recycling fee of **$160 per bin** will be applied to eligible properties to help cover collection, transportation, processing, and program administration costs.
Businesses can adjust their recycling service at any time. Bins may be removed entirely or reduced in number to better match your needs. If your property regularly sets out four or more full recycling bins per collection, a recycling dumpster may be a more cost-effective option. For assistance, contact **MARS Environmental** at **519-228-6678 ext. 221**, **[email protected]**, or visit www.**marsenvironmental.ca**
ICI Notice 2026 | PDF
You can contact the Bluewater Recycling Association by email at [email protected], visit their website at www.bra.org, or call 519-228-6678 for questions related to this change.
Collection Calendars
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**Municipality of West Perth**
160 Wellington Street
P.O. Box 609
Mitchell, ON N0K 1N0
Phone: 519-348-8429
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