Recycling containers will be delivered to eligible residential properties beginning October 7, 2026. Residents do not need to pick up their containers. If you believe your delivery has been missed, please contact Emterra at customercareont@emterra.ca or 1-888-597-1541.
Garbage and Recycling
Curbside Recycling in Wawa
The Municipality of Wawa is pleased to announce the introduction of curbside recycling collection for eligible residential properties.
The introduction of curbside recycling in Wawa is part of a province-wide initiative mandated by the Government of Ontario under the Blue Box Regulation (O. Reg. 391/21). This legislation transfers responsibility for residential recycling programs from municipalities to the producers of recyclable materials.
The program is administered by Circular Materials, which oversees recycling services, collection schedules and program requirements. While the Municipality of Wawa supports this initiative and will assist in sharing information with residents, the program is provincially mandated and is not under municipal control.
This new service will provide residents with convenient recycling opportunities while helping reduce waste and promote a cleaner, more sustainable community.
Container delivery begins
October 7, 2026
Collection begins
November 17, 2026
Collection frequency: Every other week, Tuesday through Friday, depending on your collection area.
View Your Recycling Collection Schedule Here: Circular Materials-Wawa
Recycling Information and Frequently Asked Questions
When will I receive my recycling containers?
When will my recycling be collected?
Curbside recycling collection begins November 17, 2026. Collection will take place every other week, Tuesday through Friday, depending on your collection area. Visit circularmaterials.ca/wawa to confirm your designated collection day and schedule. Visit Circular Materials – Wawa
Accepted materials include paper and fibres, plastic containers, glass containers and metal packaging. Examples include household plastic bottles and tubs, glass jars and bottles, and metal food and beverage cans. For the complete list of accepted materials and any preparation requirements, visit circularmaterials.ca/wawa. Always check the current guidelines before placing an unfamiliar item in your recycling. Visit Circular Materials – Wawa
How should I prepare my recycling?
Place only accepted recyclable materials in your recycling containers. Give containers a quick rinse to remove food residue. Ensure materials are clean, dry and loose rather than bagged. Lids can remain on containers. Follow the program's guidance for labels and other packaging components.
What should I do on windy days?
To help prevent recyclable materials from blowing away, stack your recycling bins on windy days. Ensure materials are securely contained and place your bins where they will not obstruct sidewalks, roads or pedestrian access.
What if I need assistance with recycling?
Residents with a permanent or temporary physical disability that makes it difficult to set out their recycling may be eligible for assisted collection service. A physician's note is required to apply. For information about eligibility and how to request assistance, contact Emterra at customercareont@emterra.ca or 1-888-597-1541.
Who do I contact about a missed container delivery or recycling collection?
For missed recycling container deliveries, missed collections, collection schedules, acceptable materials or other recycling service concerns, please contact Emterra directly by email at customercareont@emterra.ca or by telephone at 1-888-597-1541.
Need Help With Your Recycling?
Emterra Environmental – Recycling Customer Service
If you have questions or concerns regarding recycling in Wawa, including missed collections, recycling container delivery or accommodation requests, please contact:
customercareont@emterra.ca
1-888-597-1541
Click here to view the: Waste Collection By-Law 3891-26
Refuse collection for the Municipality of Wawa and the Michipicoten River Village is currently contracted out to Villeneuve Construction.
Garbage Collection
Household garbage and waste is collected Monday to Friday, at the curbside.
There is no curbside pickup on statutory holidays.
The Municipality of Wawa wishes to thank you for your co-operation regarding the following:
- placing garbage in containers that cannot be opened by birds and animals
- placing garbage at the curbside in the morning before 8 a.m. on the day of the pick-up.
- having a six (6) unit limit for pickup and also a maximum of 50lbs per unit
Villeneuve Construction will be placing stickers on bags or containers that do not follow these rules.
Items you cannot place in the garbage
- automotive and garage products
- household cleaning products
- paints and paint related materials
- pesticides and garden products
- carcasses or parts of any animal, with the exception of kitchen waste
- compressed gas cylinders and explosive or incendiary materials
Ontario-wide Municipal or Special Waste (MSHW) program will ensure that consumer products such as paint, solvents, used oil filters, single use batteries, antifreeze, propane tanks are managed in an environmentally appropriate manner once consumers no longer need or want them.
The Municipality of Wawa holds a Hazardous waste day every September.
Landfill
The landfill site is located on High falls road 3 km East of Highway 17 and is operated by the Municipality of Wawa. The hours of operation at the landfill site are Tuesday , Friday and Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Closed on Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Holidays.
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