Changes to Recycling Services and Depot Closure

Changes to Recycling Services and Depot Closure

Dear Resident,

We are writing to inform you about important changes to recycling services in our community as part of Ontario’s new Blue Box Program. This province-wide initiative shifts the responsibility for collecting and processing recyclable materials from municipalities to producers, effective January 1, 2025.

Recycling Collection

  • No Immediate Changes: During the transition period, the current collection schedule, list of accepted recyclable materials, and level of service will remain unchanged.
  • New Contact: Starting January 1, 2025, for recycling inquiries, please contact Miller Waste:
    • Email: area3@millerwaste.ca
    • Phone: 1-855-752-3257

For the 2025 collection schedule and more details about the transition, visit: Deep River - Circular Materials

Recycling Depot Closure

Effective January 1, 2025, the Baggs Road Depot will no longer accept recyclable materials. This decision, made jointly by the Township of Laurentian Hills and the Town of Deep River, aligns with Ontario Regulation 392/21, which classifies the depot as a "convenience depot" since all residents receive curbside collection.

  • Curbside Collection Reminder: Ensure recyclable items are placed curbside by 7:00 AM on your scheduled collection day.
  • Baggs Road Landfill: Other landfill services, including reuse, e-waste, and hazardous materials, will remain available.

For more information about the regulation, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/laws/regulation/210391

Waste Collection

There are no changes to waste (garbage) collection schedules, bag limits, or contact information. Please direct waste collection inquiries to Deep River Public Works at:

  • Phone: 613-584-2000 ext. 127

Until January 1, 2025, all recycling inquiries should also be directed to Deep River Public Works.

We appreciate your cooperation and support as we transition to these important updates in recycling services. Together, we can make this change seamless and successful for our community.

To view the full PDF of this letter please use the following link: Letter to Residents 

Additional Information: 

Deep River Residential Collection Page 

Circular Materials Flyer 

Ontario Regulation 392/21