Miller Waste picks up your garbage, recycling, and green bin organic waste. Meaford has been recognized as having one of the highest waste diversion rates in the province, thanks to your participation in our recycling and green bin programs. Here you can find information on pickup schedules, drop off locations, and what materials belong in the green bin, blue box, or garbage can.
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Curbside Collection |
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Residents may use municipal bins or personal "Cottage Bins" for waste collection. All bins must:
For bagged garbage:
Note: The Municipality is not responsible for bin damage. |
| Garbage bag tags |
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Garbage collection occurs every other week. Each bag of garbage requires a garbage tag, and a maximum of three bags of garbage can be put at the curb per garbage day. Each garbage bag must not exceed 44lbs. Note: Tags are only required for garbage. There is no cost or tag required for recycling or green bin collection. The cost of each bag tag is $4.00, and can be purchased at participating locations:
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| Get your bins |
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You can pick up the following free containers at the Municipal Office (21 Trowbridge Street West):
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| Inclement weather and waste collection |
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Winter weather in Meaford can bring heavy snowfall, whiteouts, and freezing rain, making roads hazardous. When this happens, waste collection may be delayed or canceled for safety reasons. The Municipality contracts Miller Waste Systems for garbage, recycling, and compost collection. During severe weather, Miller Waste assesses road conditions and determines if collection should proceed. If service is disrupted, they notify Municipal staff, who then inform residents of the next collection date. Miller Waste handles thousands of pick-ups weekly using specialized trucks. Bad weather can impact this complex system, and safety is the top priority. Please be patient and understanding during delays. Get real-time updates through our Municipal website, social media, or the waste app (available for Apple and Android). |
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Meaford residents can use the Miller Waste Transfer Station at 2085 20th Ave. East, Owen Sound. Accepted materials include garbage, recycling, cardboard, scrap metal, tires, and more. Fees may apply. Debit and credit accepted. Hours:
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