As of August 24th the Blue Box Recycling Program will begin at both landfill sites.
Acceptable Items
RECYCLE RIGHT: These items are acceptable in your recycling bin. Ensure all items are empty and clean.
- PLASTICS
WHAT Empty and Clean Plastic Bottles, Containers and Cups - GLASS
WHAT Empty and Clean Bottles and Jars (All Colors) - CARTONS
WHAT Empty and Clean Boxed Food and Beverage Cartons, Paper Cups - METAL
WHAT Empty and Clean Aluminum and Steel Cans, Aluminum Foil - PAPER
WHAT Newspaper, Magazines, Printed Paper and Shredded Paper
HOW Shredded paper in a paper bag. This is the only item that should be bagged - CARDBOARD
WHAT Flattened and Dry Cardboard
Unacceptable Items
These items are NOT accepted with your recycling and require alternative handling.
- Organic, kitchen, yard and animal waste.
- Hazardous waste like paint, gas or aerosol cans, sharp objects, electronics and batteries.
- Scrap metal, wires and cables, home and construction waste.
- Napkins, paper towels and food soiled cardboard.
- Styrofoam™ packaging materials and takeout food/ beverage containers.
- Textiles, housewares, windows, ceramics, and other reusable items.
- Large plastic products like bins or trays, pouches, plastic bags, and toys.
- Diapers and personal hygiene products
In cooperation with Emterra Environmental of Renfrew the township will begin accepting Blue Box Material as of August 24, 2022 at both landfill sites.
Acceptable and Unacceptable Items – Printable Poster 2022-08-19
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