Cochrane

Learn more about your recycling program.

Recycling program transition

As of January 1, 2025, Cochrane’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 Cochrane.

Get in touch

For any recycling collection inquiries, please contact GFL. They can be contacted for:

  • Replacement bins.
  • Missed collections.
  • Other recycling questions.

GFL

Be recycle ready

  • Place recycling at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your collection day. Review the collection schedule to find your collection day.
  • Recycling in the Town of Cochrane goes into one recycling bin (single-stream) and is later sorted at a processing facility.
  • Rinse and clean containers to ensure they are free of residue and ready to be recycled.
  • Flatten cardboard to save space in your bin and ensure it gets collected.
  • Recycling right goes a long way! Learn what materials are recyclable by review the Cochrane recycling guide.