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Kawartha Lakes
P.O. Box 9000, 26 Francis Street
Lindsay, ON, K9V 5R8
Telephone: 705-324-9411
Toll free at 1-888-822-2225
After-hours emergencies: 1-877-885-7337
Recycling changes now in effect in Kawartha Lakes
As of January 1, 2026, residential recycling in Kawartha Lakes is managed by Circular Materials, a not-for-profit organization appointed by producers under Ontario’s new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework.
Recycling is now collected by Emterra. For questions related to recycling, such as collection schedules or missed pickups, please contact Emterra directly using the information below.
1-888-597-1541
customercareont@emterra.ca
Kawartha Lakes – One month in, and the new Organics Program for urban areas in Kawartha Lakes is already making a difference. Within the first month of the program, we diverted 94.67 tonnes of food and organic waste from our landfills. Thank you to all those who have been participating.
Kawartha Lakes – As the winter storm continues, bringing strong winds, blowing snow, and heavy accumulation over the last 24 hours, road crews remain actively engaged in addressing conditions.
Contact Us
Kawartha Lakes
P.O. Box 9000, 26 Francis Street
Lindsay, ON, K9V 5R8
Telephone: 705-324-9411
Toll free at 1-888-822-2225
After-hours emergencies: 1-877-885-7337
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