Two Leaf and Yard Waste Collections Coming this Fall

This Fall, there will be two Leaf & Yard Waste curbside collections - the first taking place between October 6 and 16, and the second between November 3 and 13 - on residents’ regular recycling days.

“Since the expansion of the curbside program to include four collections per year, the response from residents has been extremely positive,” said Jason Sherband, Manager of Solid Waste & Recycling Services. “We’re posting notices early this Fall, to allow residents lots of time to start their lawn & garden cleanups for the first collection in early October. Then, the second collection in November will take care of the leaves that fall later.”

Only kraft paper bags are accepted for leaf and yard waste. Bags are available at most hardware and grocery stores. Each filled bag must weigh less than 18 kg (40 lbs.). 

Residents may also leave branches and brush at the curb for collection. Bundles of branches must be less than one metre (39 inches) long and 61 cm (24 inches) in diameter, tied with twine.

There is no limit on the number of bags for leaf and yard waste collection. Residents must place the waste at the curb before 7 am on their regular recycling day, as indicated on their waste collection calendars. 

Grass clippings are not accepted.

For more information on leaf and yard waste collection, visit thunderbay.ca/leafandyard.

Collection questions or issues? Contact the City’s Dispatch at 807-625-2195.

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Contact:           Jason Sherband, Manager – Solid Waste & Recycling Services, 807-625-3851