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Garbage and Recycling

Curbside waste collection in Goderich is contracted to Waste Management.  In the event your garbage is missed, call 1(888) 730-3344 ext. #1. Please see below for collection information.

Household recycling is contracted to the Bluewater Recycling Association.   There have been recent  program changes and some items are now not acceptable such as laminated drink cartons, aluminum foil products,  aerosol containers, plastic paint cans with a metal top, small items (less than 3 inches). Please visit their website for a comprehensive guide to collection in Goderich.

 

Bulk Item Pickup Schedule


 

 


SAFETY NOTICE

To: Members

From: Bluewater Recycling Association
CC: Employees
Date: June 5, 2023

Re: Sports Equipment Encumbrance

It appears that all the future hockey and basketball all stars are out in full swing this time of
the year. Unfortunately, their inspirations are causing a havoc for our drivers trying to navigate
your streets to service the wheelie bins when their equipment is left on the roadway.

Our ability to service most areas is primarily dependent on providing and maintaining access. For
us, access is generally defined as:

Access Requirements
1) Paved or other hard level road surfaces capable of supporting a heavy commercial vehicle.
2) Street wide enough to accommodate safe truck operation with turning radius of 12 metres.
3) Where a dead-end street is used, our distinct preference is to have a cul-de-sac at the end of
street with a minimum radius of 12 metres to avoid any reverse driving operation.
4) No parking on the street or other collection interference (road hockey, basketball net, etc).
5) No overhead restriction to lift the bins (location and maintenance of trees, street lighting,
hydro poles and wires).
6) Sufficient frontage to accommodate the set out of three containers per dwelling three feet
apart.
7) Adequate winter maintenance of the roadway without interference of accumulated snow or ice.

We need your help to warranty the streets are clear of encumbrances on collection day to prevent
any property damage, ensure the efficient and effective collection of the wheelie bins and
guarantee the utmost safety of everyone.

Cul-de-sacs appear to be the general problem areas. If your bylaw officers can offer these
property owners a gentle reminder to clear the street it would be greatly appreciated.

All equipment should be off the roadway. Basketball nets should be turned away from the road so
the hoops do not overhang onto the road portion. Our mechanical arms have been known to “arm
wrestle” with them and we usually win much to the young “all stars” chagrin.

 

 

Garbage and Bulk Item Collection Information
  • Winter Weather Tips
  • Clear Waste Disposal Bags only; see our FAQ for more information.
  • Untagged garbage will not be collected.
  • All residents/property owners shall be required to place garbage in clear garbage bags no larger than 26" x 36". Each clear garbage bag shall have an approved waste sticker securely and visibly attached to the top of the bag. Residents/property owners may place one opaque or solid coloured privacy bag no larger than 20" x 22" in the clear garbage bag that has an approved sticker. Residents/property owners may use a vermin proof container no larger than 18 imperial gallons. All garbage in vermim proof containers must be in clear bags. Each clear bag placed in the vermin proof container shall have an approved sticker. In certain situations or locations, the Town of Goderich may require the use of a vermim proof container by residents/property owners.
  • Garbage bags shall weigh no more than 45 pounds (20kg).
  • BOTH ENDS OF THE GARBAGE STICKER MUST BE VISIBLE.
  • Blue box recyclables and compostable yard wastes are not acceptable as regular garbage.
  • All accepted bulk items require 2 stickers. White goods (appliances) must be tagged 'freon free' and sofa beds must be tied!  White goods (appliances) can be put out on designated bulk item collection days to be picked up by Town staff.
  • No electronic waste (Computers, Fax Machines, etc.)
  • Recycling and Garbage must be curbside by 7:00 a.m. on your designated collection day to guarantee pick-up. Bulk items must be curbside by 7:00 a.m. during the designated bulk item collection days.
  • The Town of Goderich accepts no responsibility for stickers lost or removed from garbage bags or containers.
  • Household smoke detector safety and disposal

Masks, Gloves, Paper Towels, Tissues & Wipes Must Be Bagged and Disposed in Garbage
  • masks, gloves, paper towels, tissues and wipes need to be bagged and disposed in the garbage bin. They are NOT recyclable.  For a list of recyclable items visit here: http://www.bra.org/material-guide/
Locations for Waste Sticker Purchase
  • Town Hall, 57 West Street (8 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily)
  • Bluewater Cleaners, 38 West Street 
  • Circle K (Mac's), 87 Victoria Street South 
  • Goderich Convenience, 394 Huron Road 
  • Suncoast Variety, 80 Suncoast Drive East  
  • Food Basics, 397 Bayfield Road 
  • Giant Tiger, 82 South Street 
  • Shell, 137 Victoria St. N.
  • Goderich Gas & Car Wash, 274 Bayfield Road

Items Banned from Curbside Garbage Collection
  • Recyclables will be collected at curbside by the Bluewater Recycling Association.
  • White goods (appliances) tagged 'freon free' with two stickers can be put out on designed bulk item collection days to be picked up by town staff.
  • Construction Materials will not be accepted.
  • Hazardous Waste
  • Electronic Waste (computers, TV's, Printers)
  • Yard Waste
  • Tires
Mid-Huron Recycling Centre

Effective July 3, 2018, the Recycling Transfer Facility servicing the Municipality of Central Huron, the Municipality of Huron East and the Town of Goderich.  Hazardous waste will continue to be accepted from all municipalities in Huron County.

 37506 Huron Road, Clinton ON, N0M 1L0

Phone: 519-482-7668

Hours:

Open Tuesday-Saturday 8:00 am-1:00 pm

Closed Sunday, Monday and all Statutory Holidays 

  
Note: The last load of waste will be accepted 30 minutes prior to closing.


FEES

Tipping Fee                                                       $245.00 per metric tonne 

Minimum Charge                                               $20.00 up to 100 kg

                                                                       $40.00 101 kg up to 200 kg

Shingles only loads                                            $190.00 per metric tonne

Clean wood product only loads                            $190.00 per metric tonne

Freon Removal                                                  $40.00 per unit + $20.00 minimum charge based on weight

Bulk Items (ie; mattress, box spring, sofas)        $25.00 each

E-waste, tires & hazardous waste                         free


GENERAL INFORMATION

The following recyclable materials will be accepted at the site and unloaded into designated areas:  white goods, shingles, clean wood products, steel, e-waste and tires.  Please note the following conditions:

  • Curbside Collection is not accepted
  • Mixed loads of waste materials must be sorted manually and unloaded into designated areas/bins
  • Separate loads i.e. shingles or construction material, must be unloaded into designated bunkers.

Additional information is available by contacting Janice Hallahan at the Town of Goderich Municipal office at (519) 524-8344.

Recycling

"Wheelie" Bin Collection System
  • At the curb place bin lid opening facing the street while the bin handle and wheels face the house. Please place bin at least 3ft away from other bins or obstacles.
  • Remove from curb after collection
  • All recyclable items must be placed in the bin with the lid completely closed
  • Only clean acceptable (see below) materials
  • Do not bag recyclables - except plastic bags and shredded paper
  • Keep lid closed at all times - keep water out
  • Absolutely NO Garbage - Abuse it and Lose it!
  • Do not overload the container (max. load 220lbs or 100kg)

Inside your "Wheelie" Bin - Acceptable Items for Recycling

Sustainable Holiday Recycling Tips

Click here: https://bra.org/Handouts/Acceptables2018.pdf to see Acceptable Items Flyer

Glass Bottles And Jars

  • Please rinse
  • Remove metal lids and place in bin

Aluminum & Steel Beverage Containers

  • Please rinse
  • Place lids inside cans & pinch to trap the lid inside
  • Note: Aluminium foil/containers are NOT recyclable, beverage cans only

 Empty Paint Cans

  • Ensure that cans are empty and lids removed 
  • Place metal lids loose in the recycling bin
  • Note: plastic paint cans (with metal lids) are NOT recyclable

Rigid Plastics and Tubs

  • Clean containers with symbols 1 to 7 marked on the bottom
  • No plastic lids smaller then 3"

Plastic Bags  

  • Please remove cash register tapes
  • Stuff into one bag

Newspapers and Inserts, Magazines & Phonebooks
Boxboard & Fine Paper

  • Please remove all wrap, spouts & liners
  • Flatten
  • Please bag shredded paper

Corrugated Cardboard

  • Please flatten

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Goderich Town Hall: 57 West Street, Goderich, ON N7A 2K5, Phone: 519-524-8344, Email: townhall@goderich.ca
Tourism Goderich: Phone: 519-524-6600, Toll-Free: 1-800-280-7637, Email: tourism@goderich.ca

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