Contact Us
The Municipality of West Perth contracts with Bluewater Recycling Association (BRA) to provide curbside garbage and recycling collection. Residents are encouraged to visit the Bluewater Recycling Association website to find up-to-date information regarding delays and cancellations. The company website also provides details on items that are acceptable for collection.
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Curbside collection occurs weekly on Mondays in Mitchell. Collection takes place on Thursdays every other week for the Logan, Fullarton and Hibbert Wards. Garbage is collected every week and recycling is collected every other week.
Your garbage and recycling should be placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your collection day to help avoid missed collections. |
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Garbage Collection Fees | ||||||||||||||
A user pay program is in effect and mandatory for all property owners. The most benefits are gained when a little effort is put forth. Those who produce the least waste pay the least! This is an excellent opportunity for you to reduce, reuse and recycle as much as you can. Appoved Collection Fees
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Order New or Replacement Bins | ||||||||||||||
New or replacement containers may be requested by property owners via Bluewater Recycling Association online. Property owners requiring a change in bin size should contact BRA at 1-800-265-9799 ext. 228. |
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Report a Missed Collection | ||||||||||||||
To report a missed collection of garbage and/or recycling, please fill out the report a missed collection form or contact Bluewater Recycling Association at 1-800-265-9799, ext. 228. In the case of disruptions such as inclement weather, you can also visit the Bluewater Recycling Association website collection status page for updates. |
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Landfill | ||||||||||||||
The Municipality of West Perth operates an all-in-one landfill and depot for the 3Rs (reduce, reuse, recycle) with competitive fees. The landfill accepts certain electronics, hazardous materials, leaf and yard waste for free. The West Perth Landfill is for the use of West Perth Residents only as per the Ministry of Enviornment and Climate Change regulations. Be prepared to present proof of residence. Location125 Clarke Street, Mitchell Hours
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Annual Monitoring Reports | ||||||||||||||
E-Waste | ||||||||||||||
Have you recently replaced a computer, phone or television? Drop-off all of your unwanted or obsolete electronic devices to be fully recycled at the landfill! The Municipality of West Perth is proud to offer safe, responsible disposal free of charge! For more information on the e-waste program please visit OES (Ontario Electionic Stewardship) for complete details. |
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Hazardous Waste Disposal | ||||||||||||||
Common Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Items:
Do not put hazardous materials in the garbage, down a drain or on the ground. The Municipality of West Perth offers a Municipal Hazardous and Special Waste (MHSW) Depot, conveniently located at the landfill site, where residents can dispose of their household hazardous materials safely and efficiently, free of charge. For more information on the HSW program please visit Orange Drop for complete details. |
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Leaf and Yard Waste | ||||||||||||||
A loose leaf collection service is provided to Mitchell Ward residents in the fall of each year. Please follow the guidelines below to help make sure everyone's leaves are collected:
Leaf Disposal AlternativesIf you do not wish to use West Perth's loose leaf collection service or you live in an area that the service is not provided, other disposal options are possible:
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Agricultural Bale Wrap | ||||||||||||||
Agricultural bale wrap is no longer accepted at the West Perth Landfill for recycling. Bale wrap can be recycled through Switch Energy Corp. who will come to your location to pick up the material. Tipping Fees will apply at the West Perth Landfill. |
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Composting | ||||||||||||||
The Municipality of West Perth recommends the process of composting as a means of reducing household waste. Other benefits of composting include:
Composters can be ordered at the West Perth Municipal Office. They are ordered from Bluewater Recycling Association and delivered to the Municipal Office for pickup. For more information on composting and available products, visit the Bluewater Recycling Association website |
Set pick-up reminders, view complete program details, and learn what goes where with Bluewater Recycling's MyWaste app for Apple and Android devices.