​The Leaf and Yard Waste Depot opens for the 2025 season on Friday, April 11

The Meaford Leaf and Yard Waste Depot operates annually from mid-April to mid-November.

Location: 157859 7th Line, Meaford
Hours:
  • Fridays from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
  • Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Accepted Materials:

  • Leaves
  • Grass
  • Weeds
  • Sawdust
  • Woodchips
  • Plants
  • Small shrubs
  • Brush and branches up to 6 inches in diameter

Not Accepted:

  • Stumps
  • Branches over 6 inches in diameter
  • Garbage
  • Plastic
  • Construction materials

Free Mulch

Mulch and compost are available for pickup during operating hours while supplies last; bring your own shovel and containers for loading.


Owen Sound Leaf and Yard Waste Site

The Municipality of Meaford entered into an agreement with the City of Owen Sound in order to give Meaford residents increased access to yard waste facilities.

Meaford residents may now use the Owen Sound Leaf and Yard Waste Composting Site for the 2024 season. The site is located at 2450 28th Avenue East (the southwest corner of the intersection of 28th Avenue East and 26th Street East, north of 20th Street East).

For hours of operation of the Owen Sound Site, please click here.

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