Transfer Station

The Township of Douro-Dummer operates the Halls Glen Transfer Station located at 1951 County Road 6 We accept a variety of garbage, recycling, compost, large items and household waste.

Hours of operation

  • Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday – 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
  • Sunday – 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday and Thursday – closed

  • Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday – 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
  • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday - closed

 

The Halls Glen transfer Station will be closed: 

  • Christmas Day (Friday, December 25, 2026)
  • New Year's Day (Friday, January 1, 2027) 
  • Gates close sharp at posted final hour – no exceptions
  • We encourage residents to utilize the curbside pickup services available.

Transfer Station Cards

The Douro-Dummer Transfer Station is available for use by residents of Douro-Dummer. Before entering, please ensure you have your Transfer Station card on hand, as it is required for access. Cards are issued to all residents with their first tax bill. If you need a replacement card, you can purchase one for $25 at the Township Office. We kindly ask that you be respectful to the Transfer Station staff during your visit.

Fees

Review our disposal fees:

  • $3 per bag of garbage
  • $3 for materials weighing less than 13.6 kg (30 lbs)
  • $150 per tonne for loads greater than 13.6 kg
  • For appliances containing Freon, an additional $27 fee is charged as well as the per tonne cost

We accept debit, cash or cheque payments.

We accept bagged garbage, blue box recycling, and food waste as well as:

  • Loose garbage in clear bags
  • Scrap metal
  • Scrap wood
  • Electronic waste
  • Used oil
  • Tires – Small quantities only (10 or less), rims must be removed 

Please note that mattresses and box-springs are not accepted.

Waste disposal rules

Please follow all standard waste disposal rules:

  • Respect transfer station staff, staff decisions are final
  • Garbage must be placed in clear bags
  • Blue box recycling must be sorted (containers and fibres)
  • Only food waste is allowed in the Moloks (no yard waste, packaging or bags)

Environmental and household hazardous waste events

To dispose of household hazardous waste outside of events, please visit the Household Hazardous Waste Depot in the County of Peterborough.

Find out about upcoming event dates and times by visiting the County of Peterborough Waste Management.

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We accept the following household waste items at our events:

  • Aerosols
  • Antifreeze
  • Automotive fluids
  • Batteries
  • Cleaners
  • Cosmetics and make-up
  • Fertilizers
  • Fluorescent light tubes and bulbs
  • Gasoline (containers will not be returned)
  • Glues and caulking
  • Herbicides
  • Hot tub chemicals
  • Ink cartridges
  • Mercury containing devices
  • Motor oil (containers will not be returned)
  • Oil filters
  • Paints and coatings
  • Pesticides
  • Propane cylinders (50kg/100lbs maximum)
  • Sealants and stains
  • Soap
  • Toiletries

The following items are not accepted at these events:

  • Bio-medical waste
  • Commercial hazardous waste
  • Explosives (including firecrackers and ammunition)
  • Pharmaceuticals (return these to a pharmacy)
  • Sharps and needles (return these to a pharmacy)

Brush, leaf and yard waste

The County of Peterborough collects leaf and yard waste in Donwood in the spring and fall each year. Residents in Donwood can learn more by visiting the County of Peterborough's Leaf and Yard Waste webpage.

Bush, leaf or yard waste is not accepted at the Halls Glen Transfer Station. You can dispose of this material at:

For more information click here to visit their website. 

Location: 1260 Bensfort Road, Peterborough, ON, K9J 1C5

For more information click here to visit their website. 

Location: 348 County Rd 6, Lakefield, ON, K0L 2H0

Location: 1422 County Road 4, Warsaw ON, K0L 3A0

The green waste bin at the Warsaw Public Works yard is typically open between early May and late November. 

  • Residents are encouraged to contact the Township Office to confirm availability. The bin is intended for the disposal of brush, leaves, and general yard waste.

The bin is accessible during regular Public Works hours: Monday–Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Fridays from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Tips for using the bin:

  • When disposing of leaves in bags ensure you use paper bags weighing less than 22 kg (50 lbs) and shorter than 1 m (3 ft) when full (plastic bags are not accepted in the bin)
  • Brush can be loose or tied in bundles weighing not more than 22 kg (50 lbs), with a length of up to 1 m (3 ft) and a diameter of up to 30.5 cm (12 inches)

Acceptable Items:

  • Leaves, brush, branches, hedge and tree trimmings
  • Christmas trees – decorations removed
  • Grass clippings, lawn edging with soils removed
  • House and garden plants, trimmings
  • Small quantities of sod, within the weight limit

It is never acceptable to leave waste in the bin, unacceptable waste includes:

  • Soil and stones
  • Stumps
  • Large quantities of sod
  • Brush over the maximum dimensions
  • Pet waste
  • Food waste
  • Lumber, building materials, plastic and garbage

Construction and demolition waste 

Construction and demolition waste is not accepted at the Halls Glen Transfer Station, but can be disposed of at the following locations:

Recycling and diversion 

Yes, blue box recycling is available at all Transfer Stations in Peterborough County at no charge to residents.

Recycling needs to be placed loose (no bagged materials) into the appropriate containers or papers bin.

Yes! There are several recycling programs running in the County of Peterborough and Township of Douro-Dummer, see the Waste diversion programs page for more information. 

Contact Us

Township of Douro-Dummer
Address: 894 South Street,
P.O. Box 92, Warsaw
Ontario, K0L 3A0

T. 705-652-8392
Toll Free: 1-800-899-8785
F. 705-652-5044

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