Doing summer renovations?
It’s the time of year for renovation projects! If you’re planning to do some summer construction at your home or business, keep in mind that construction materials cannot be placed out for curbside waste collection in Vaughan.
Here are some examples of construction materials that are not picked up curbside but can be dropped off at a York Region waste depot (fees will apply):
- Cabinets
- Drywall
- Fencing
- Flooring
- Sinks
- Tiles
- Vanities
- Wood
The York Region waste depot in Vaughan is located at 130 McCleary Crt. Visit york.ca/WasteDepots for more information, including hours of operation.
Residential appliance and metal pickup
If you’re looking to dispose of large metal items and appliances, the City of Vaughan collects these on Thursdays by appointment only. Book an appointment and pay online through Service Vaughan or call Access Vaughan at 905-832-2281. For more information, visit the City’s Appliance and Metal Pickup webpage.
If you want to get rid of items that are still in good shape, consider participating in the City’s upcoming Curbside Giveaway Days!
Curbside Giveaway Days
During Curbside Giveaway Days – the next one takes place on Saturday, June 25 and Sunday, June 26 – place used items that are in good condition on your property (next to the sidewalk or curb) for others to take. This initiative gives useful items a new life while keeping them out of the landfill. It also encourages recycling, builds a stronger community and contributes to a more sustainable city.
Mark items with a ‘FREE - Curbside Giveaway’ sign (PDF) and set them out between 7 a.m. on Saturday and 5 p.m. on Sunday. Remember, materials not removed by then could result in a by-law violation; participants must remember to retrieve their items by 5 p.m.
Waste sorting tools
Are you still unsure where to properly dispose of an item?
The City has an online ‘What Goes Where?’ sorting tool so you can quickly and easily check where a waste item belongs by using the search bar. You can also download the waste reduction app, Recycle Coach, through the Apple App Store or Google Play to check where a waste item belongs. The app provides waste-less tips and a personalized collection schedule with optional alerts on what to put to the curb each week.
Purchasing waste bins
If you need a new blue box or green bin, you can purchase them online through Service Vaughan and have them delivered right to your door. Alternatively, buy these items in person at select community centres. You can also sign up to exchange a broken City-issued blue box or green bin for a new one at vaughan.ca/ServiceVaughan.
For more information on waste services in Vaughan, visit vaughan.ca/waste.
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