With the increase in waste that is generated during the holiday season, the City will allow residents to put out a third item of garbage with no tag on the first collection date after New Year’s Day.

Check your waste collection calendar or visit: thunderbay.ca/garbage

For more information, contact the City’s Dispatch line at 807-625-2195.

Remember, you can reduce waste by using the six R’s:

  • Rethink: Think about waste before you buy. Avoid ‘disposable’ products
  • Refuse: Say no to excess packaging – choose products in minimal or recyclable packaging
  • Reduce: Use reusable containers and bags instead of disposable ones
  • Reuse: Charitable organizations and thrift shops may be able to take reusable items you no longer need
  • Repair: Be handy - fix items instead of replacing them
  • Recycle: Recycle everything you can

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Contact: Jason Sherband, Manager – Solid Waste & Recycling Services, 807-625-3851