Organics "Green Bin" Program Proposal
About the Proposal
As a next step in local waste diversion, the Bluewater Recycling Association (BRA), in partnership with TRY Recycling, is proposing the introduction of a curbside organics collection “green bin” program.
BRA’s proposed curbside organics collection program would introduce a third “green bin” stream for:
• Food waste (meats, dairy, grains, fruits, vegetables, sauces, oils)
• Yard trimmings (grass, weeds, brush, leaves, branches)
• Soiled paper (napkins, paper towels, egg cartons)
Public Information Sessions
Residents are invited to attend one of the upcoming Public Information Sessions to learn more about the proposed program, its benefits, and potential impacts. Municipal staff and representatives from both the Bluewater Recycling Association and Try Recycling will be available to answer questions and receive feedback.
Session 1:
Date: November 25, 2025
Time: 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Location: Council Chambers, 229 Parkhill Main Street, Parkhill, ON N0M 2K0
Session 2:
Date: November 26, 2025
Time: 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Location: Ailsa Craig Recreation Centre (Small Room), 155 Annie Ada Shipley Street, Ailsa
Craig, ON N0M 1A0
All interested residents, businesses, and community members are encouraged to attend.
Contact Information
Survey - Responses Due by December 8, 2025, at 4:30 PM
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! Let us know by December 8, 2025. Drop off your completed form at the Municipal Office or email to @email
Email the program you're in support of to @email
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Waste Transfer Station
Schedule & Hours of Operation
The Waste Transfer Station is located at 395 Victoria Street, Parkhill ON. This service is limited to residents of North Middlesex only.
Off-Hour Opening
If you require an off-hour opening there is a fee of $100.00 plus cubic yard charge (minimum 24hrs notice is required). Only available during Public Works regular scheduled work hours (7:00 am - 3:00 pm).
Materials Accepted
Materials Accepted:
- E-Waste (Electronics) Bin on site.
- Tires, Brush, potted plants, leaves in paper bags. The owner is responsible to dump leaves out of plastic bags.
- Appliances: Dehumidifiers, dishwashers, stoves, bbq’s, fridge, stoves, washer, dryers. Metal material-doors must be removed from appliances Note: Appliances containing refrigerants must have a Certification Tag attached stating that it has been drained of freon gas regardless if the compressor has been removed.
- Renovation Material: Carpet, plywood, vinyl siding, metal doors, toilet, wall tile, insulation
- Furniture: Couch, table, chair, steel bed rails
Materials Not Accepted & Hazardous Waste
Materials not accepted are listed below.
Contact Try Recycling for hours of operation and fees to dispose of the items listed below under Hazardous Materials and Household Garbage:
- HAZARDOUS MATERIALS:
- Used oil
- Paint
- Shingles
- Asphalt
- Drywall
- Animal waste
- Spoiled grain
- Tree stumps - HOUSEHOLD GARBAGE:
- Batteries
- Plaster
- Fluorescent Light Bulbs
Residents may drop off hazardous household waste free-of-charge at the City of London's Household Special Waste Depot.
City of London - Household Special Waste Depot
3502 Manning Drive, London (map)
Hours: Open Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Closed Sundays and Statutory Holidays
Permitted hazardous waste: cleaners, batteries, medicine, compact florescent lights, vehicle fluids, paint, solvents, fertilizers, pesticides, propane tanks. Please label your waste accordingly.
For more information about this service, please visit the City of London - Household Special Waste page.
Garbage & Recycling
Automated Collection Services
- Waste & Recycling collection is provided by Bluewater Recycling Association (BRA)
- North Middlesex collection dates, materials guide and other information can be found on the North Middlesex Bluewater Recycling Association page.
- For questions regarding waste collection, waste bin replacements/sizes, or other waste collection requests, please contact Bluewater Recycling Association at 1-800-265-9799 ext 243
Bluewater Recycling Association (BRA)
415 Canada Avenue, Huron Park, ON N0M 1Y0
Phone: (519)228-6678
Fax: (519)228-6656
Email: @email
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm
Dispatch Hours(ext. 228): Monday-Friday 6:30am-2:30pm
Recycle Coach Phone/Web Application
Bluewater Recycling Association offers a web app/phone app called "Recycle Coach"
This application allows residents to access information on waste/recycling collection:
- Select your area from our web app to view your calendar and setup collection reminders to your email!
- By selecting your collection zone, you'll have all this information at your fingertips 24/7.
- Regular and holiday garbage collection days
- Regular and holiday recycling collection days
- Seasonal collections for yard waste and Christmas trees
- Special collection days for bulky items, household hazardous waste, e-waste and more.
- Hours of operation and locations for depots, transfer stations and landfills.
- Customer Service phone numbers