As you pack up your holiday decorations, you may wonder where to dispose of some items, such as broken glass, old electronics and real Christmas trees. The City of Vaughan has tips and reminders to help you start the year off right and put waste in the right place!
Broken glass
While the festive season is a time of relaxation for many, our waste collectors continue to work hard to pick up your materials. To help your collection day run smoothly, here is everything you need to know about the City of Vaughan’s waste services over the holidays:
Waste collection schedule
The City of Vaughan is once again kicking off the year with Double-Up Days! On your scheduled garbage collection day during the weeks of Jan. 2 or Jan. 9, you can place up to six items curbside – no paid tags are required. Need to ‘double’-check your collection day? Visit vaughan.ca/WasteCalendar.
Keep your home’s water pipes warm!
‘Tis the season to head south and enjoy some fun in the sun. Whether you’re going away for a few weeks or just for the weekend, it’s important to keep your home’s water pipes nice and warm while you’re gone. Consistent drops in temperature can cause pipes to freeze, leak or burst if they are not properly insulated.
But you can help prevent that from happening with these pipe protection tips from the City of Vaughan:
There’s no better way to seize winter than by staying active all season long! So, grab your skis, lace up your skates or put on your hiking boots, because there is so much to see and do in Vaughan this season.
Outdoor skating rinks
Enjoy the crisp winter air and skate for free on one of the City of Vaughan’s outdoor ice rinks:
Have a question about a service in Vaughan? Want to know more about a City program? The Service Vaughan team is standing by ready to respond to your inquiries.
Mayor Steven Del Duca and Members of Council are inviting you to celebrate the new year with them at the second annual Mayor and Council New Year’s Levee.
This fun, family-friendly event is taking place on Sunday, Jan. 21 from 9:30 a.m. until noon at Venu Event Space, located at 2800 Highway 7.
Skate for free all winter, weather permitting
Lace up your skates, Vaughan! The City’s outdoor ice rinks are now open for the season, weather permitting.
Skate for free at the following locations:
Chancellor Community Centre (350 Ansley Grove Rd.)
