There is no weekly blue box limit, blue boxes recyclables must be separated into two categories; Containers and Paper Products. Replacement or additional blue boxes can be purchased at the Township office or local retailers. 

Please consult the Annual Waste Management Calendar for the scheduled Blue Box collection.

Here’s a simple "What Goes Where Cheat Sheet to help you sort recyclables correctly. It includes common items and their appropriate disposal categories:

WEEK 1: Container Blue Box (Calendar BLUE weeks)
  • Aerosol cans (empty)
  • Cartons, drink boxes, spiral wound cardboard cans, ice cream tubs, and paper cups (separate lids)
  • Glass bottles and jars (separate lids)
  • Plastic bottles, tubs, jugs, clamshell containers, and clear rigid packaging
  • Steel and aluminum cans, foil, and pie plates
WEEK 2: Paper Product Blue Box (Calendar WHITE weeks)
  • Cardboard boxes, egg cartons, tubs, and drink trays (flattened)
  • Household paper and envelopes
  • Magazines, catalogues, soft and hard cover books (remove hard covers)
  • Newspapers and flyers

Do you ever wonder where your recyclables go and what happens to them after leaving your door? Click on this educational video link of the local processing plant, the MRF, to find out.

Extended Producer Responsibility

Starting on July 1st, 2023 the Blue Box transition to extended producer responsibility will be in effect.

Circular Materials Ontario (CMO) will be responsible for operating the new system for blue box materials across Ontario. Malahide has an agreement in place with CMO to be able to continue to provide residents recycling services through the current contract with Miller Waste. 

During the transition there will be no changes to the materials you can recycle or the frequency of collection. 

Please continue directing any questions about recycling collection to Miller Waste by phone, 519-668-0072.

For more information on the transition to extended producer responsibility, please visit www.circularmaterials.ca. 

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