Garbage, Organics, and Waste Reduction
Find everything you need to manage waste at home or at your business. From curbside collection schedules and landfill locations to organics programs and waste reduction initiatives, this page is your one-stop resource for keeping the Kawartha Lakes community clean and sustainable.
Recycling Is Now Managed by Circular Materials
As of January 1, 2026, the Province of Ontario has taken over responsibility of the residential recycling program. Your curb side recycling is managed by Circular Materials and collected by Emterra.
For questions about curbside pickup, including missed collection, damaged bins, or bin replacements, contact Emterra at 1-888-597-1541 or customercareont@emterra.ca.
For recycling rules, accepted materials, program information, or to provide feedback, visit the Circular Materials website.
Garbage and organics collection continue to be managed by the City of Kawartha Lakes.
Waste Services and Programs
Find details on garbage and organics collection, landfill locations, and programs that help reduce waste in Kawartha Lakes.
Find Your Collection Schedule
Not sure what goes out this week? Look up your address to see your garbage, organics, and recycling pickup days, and get reminders for holiday schedule changes.
You can also download the 2026 Municipal Calendar for collection schedules and holiday updates.
Waste News and Updates
The latest updates on waste services and environmental efforts in Kawartha Lakes:
Questions About Garbage or Organics?
Garbage and organics collection continue to be managed by the City of Kawartha Lakes.
Questions About Recycling?
Residential recycling is managed by Circular Materials and collected by Emterra.
Curbside pickup, missed collection, or bins: Emterra at 1-888-597-1541 or customercareont@emterra.ca.
Recycling rules, accepted materials, or feedback: Circular Materials website
