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West Grey

Learn more about your recycling program.

Recycling program transition

As of January 1, 2025, West Grey’s recycling program will be managed by Circular Materials, a national not-for-profit organization that is committed to building an efficient and effective recycling system in Ontario.

Recycling resources

Learn more about recycling collection in West Grey.

Recycling calendar

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Be recycle ready

  • Places recycling at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled day. Items not set out by 7:00 a.m. are not guaranteed to be collected.
  • Collection can occur anytime until the end of the day.
  • Recycling must be loose in a blue box. Do not bag recycling.
  • Recycling must be properly sorted from waste.
  • Recycling and sorted waste materials may not exceed 20 kg (40lbs) per blue box or clear bag.
  • Curbside containers used to hold waste bags or loose recycling may not exceed 100 liters (20 gallons) capacity.
  • Place items near the curb without obstructing the sidewalk or roadway.
  • During the winter season, items must be placed on a cleared level surface. Do not place on snowbanks.
  • If any of the above conditions are not met, collection is not guaranteed.
  • Collection times may vary for a number of reasons including adverse weather conditions, road closures, mechanical or staffing issues.

What’s accepted

  • Rinsed cans, bottles, jars, tubs, milk and juice cartons.
  • Box board (i.e. cereal boxes, tissue boxes must be flattened).
  • Newsprint, magazines and office paper.
  • Cardboard must be flattened and securely bundled (60 x 91cm max) inside or beside your blue box.
  • Food and liquids
  • Foam cups and containers
  • Loose plastic bags, bagged recyclables, or film
  • Yard waste
  • Clothing, furniture, and carpet
  • Batteries