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.
Get in touch
As of January 1, 2025, please contact GFL for any recycling collection inquiries. They can be contacted for:
- Replacement recycling bins.
- Missed collections.
- Other recycling questions.
GFL
- C32Recycling@gflenv.com
- 1- 866-553-4352
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