Black River-Matheson
Learn more about your recycling program.
Recycling program transition
As of January 1, 2025, Black River-Matheson’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 Black River-Matheson.
Be recycle ready
- Recycling materials are picked up weekly on Wednesdays at curbside in Ramore, Holtyre, and Matheson and Thursdays in Val Gagne.
- Place recycling at the curb by 6:30 a.m. on your scheduled collection day.
- Give containers a quick rinse to remove any residue and ensure they are ready for recycling.
- Cardboard should be flattened, placed in a bundle, or placed in clear or blue bags.
What’s accepted
- Number 1 and 2 Plastics (Please remove lids and rinse containers)
- Newspaper, magazines, catalogues, and paper products
- Aluminum/steel food and beverage containers
- Glass bottles and jars
- Number #3 to #7 plastics
- Wax coated boxes
- Car tires and car parts
- Dirty flower pots
- Pots and pans
- Zippered plastic bags, solar blankets and fiberglass feed bags
- Styrofoam, sponge foam and foam sheeting
- Bubble wrap
- Small or large appliances, electronics
- Hard-cover books
- Plastic or metal strapping, window pane glass & construction material
- Picture frames
- Hangers
- Oil containers
- Compost
- Glass or ceramic dishes, Tupperware and Rubbermaid
- Plastic toys
- Diapers