Waste Management

Curbside garbage collection scheduled for Monday, August 17, 2026, will be delayed on many roads in the Township, due to a staffing issue. The impacted roads will be collected on Tuesday, August 18, 2026.

Curbside garbage collection scheduled for Tuesday, August 11, 2026, was missed on several roads in the Township, due to a mechanical issue. The affected roads will be collected on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.

Curbside garbage collection scheduled for Tuesday, July 28, 2026, was missed on several roads in the Township. Crews from Waste Connections of Canada are working to catch up after missed collections on both Monday and Tuesday. The affected roads will be collected on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.

Due to a staffing issue, curbside garbage collection for Monday July 27, 2026, was missed on several roads in the Township and will be collected on Tuesday July 28, 2026. Residents on the affected roads are asked to leave their garbage at the curb until it has been collected. Waste Connections apologizes for the inconvenience and appreciates your patience and understanding.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, curbside garbage collection on Monday July 20, 2026, has been missed on several roads in the Township and will be collected on Tuesday July 21, 2026. Double collection will occur next week for anyone unable to put their garbage back out.

Please be advised that the Township Office will be closed on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 for Canada Day. All office services will resume on Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 8:30 a.m.

The 2026 Garbage to Garden Program helps residents reduce household waste by composting organic materials at home. Participants can apply to receive a composter or digester, with delivery, installation, and on-site training provided by Peterborough County's Waste Management team. The program offers a simple and convenient way to divert organics from landfill while creating nutrient-rich compost for use in gardens and landscaping.

Please be advised that the Township Office will be closed on Monday, May 18, 2026 for the Victoria Day Long Weekend. All office services will resume on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

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The Township of Douro-Dummer is pleased to announce that starting on May 15, 2026, free compost will be available to Township of Douro-Dummer residents and ratepayers.