The City of Temiskaming Shores has introduced an automated garbage and "single stream" recycling system. This means that you can put all of your recyclable materials into one bin, making it easier to recycle and less garbage will end up in the landfill. This new system will also help save taxpayer dollars and the environment.
Download 2023 Curbside Waste Collection Schedule
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Recyclables placed in non-approved containers will not be collected. Please do not use cardboard boxes or grocery bags as containers. Do not bag your mixed recyclables in plastic bags (i.e. garbage or grocery bags). Place items loosely in your recycle bin, with the exception of shredded paper which requires packaging in a clear plastic bag. Acceptable MaterialsBeverage and food containers - Rinse clean and recycle
Home and personal product containers - Rinse clean and recycle
Foam polystyrene (Styrofoam) and plastic retail shopping bags - Rinse clean and recycle
Cardboard/ Paper - Not contaminated with food or chemicals
Unacceptable Materials
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Garbage placed in non-approved containers will not be collected. Please do not use cardboard boxes or grocery bags as containers. Items not collected at the curb Include:
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Winter weather conditions create challenges for the collection of waste. During extreme weather conditions, your garbage and recycling collection may be delayed; however, Phippen Waste Management will do their best to ensure regular collection schedules remain on time. During the winter months, it may be necessary to change the regular placement of your rollout bins after a snowfall. To view/ print an information sheet regarding Curbside Waste Collection during Winter Months, please click here English or French. |
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Holiday Season Waste Collection Information To view / print an information sheet regarding Curbside Waste Collection During the Holiday Season, please click here. |
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Place your garbage or recycling bin at the curb between 8:00 p.m. the evening before and 6:30 a.m. on your collection day, as pick-up times may vary occasionally without notice. Place your garbage or recyclable bin in a visible location as close as possible to the roadway, but not on a travelled roadway, or in an area that would interfere with pedestrian/ vehicular traffic, mail delivery vehicles, or maintenance operations.
Materials placed for roadside collection at ground level should be placed in accordance to the following:
The front-side of the bin must face the street and the immediate space around the bin must remain unobstructed (at least three (3) feet from an object for the mechanical lift arm used in automated collection). If you wish, you may clear a spot for your recycle and garbage bin that is free of snow and easy for collectors to see. Do not place any of your containers on top of or behind snow banks. It is important to keep a safe distance between you and the waste collection truck. Whether you are driving or walking near a truck, always stay alert and please do not approach the vehicle or the automated side arm.
Excess garbage or recyclable material beside your cart will not be picked up. If you have excess material, you can:
Garbage and recycling collection occurs on the same as your existing pick-up, but on alternating weeks. Please refer to the Curbside Collection Schedule below for your scheduled day. Curbside Collection Schedule
Statutory Holidays:No curbside collection will be made on the following Statutory holidays, which fall on normal collection days: New Year's Day, Family Day, Good Friday, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Civic Holiday, Labour Day, Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Day, unless an emergency or exceptional situation, as deemed by the City, arises and collection must occur on a holiday. When a normal curbside collection day falls on a holiday, the collection will be made one (1) day later. Animal Prevention Tip:For animal resistance, consider keeping your garbage containers inside a garage or a shed, and place your garbage at the curb or roadside by 6:30 a.m. on your collection day, not the previous evening. If you are unable to place the containers inside, regularly wash to help reduce odours. The hard plastic cover on the bins prevents dogs and other animals from opening and reaching the contents |
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Location: Dump Road off of Highway 11 Hours of Operation: The landfill is operated and maintained through a contract with Phippen Waste Management with the following operating hours:
The City owns two (2) landfill sites; the Haileybury Landfill and the New Liskeard Landfill. Currently the operations at the New Liskeard Landfill have ceased due to reaching capacity. All garbage generated within the boundaries of Temiskaming Shores is disposed of at the Haileybury Landfill Site. Notes:
Fee SchedulePlease see here for applicable landfill tipping fees. Payment: Cash only or on pre-approved accounts Reports2021 Haileybury Waste Disposal Site - Annual Groundwater & Surface Water Monitoring Report 2021 New Liskeard Waste Disposal Site - Annual Groundwater Monitoring Report |
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Council Resolution 2011-213 eliminates the annual Spring Clean-Up Program and implements an Amnesty Program consisting of two (2) weeks of amnesty (no Tipping Fees) with some restrictions (see below) at the Haileybury Landfill Site as follows:
Amnesty Week No. 1: Tuesday, May 16, 2023 to Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Amnesty Program has the following restrictions/conditions:
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The Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Event is a recycling program aimed at keeping hazardous and special waste materials out of Ontario’s landfills and waterways. The program allows residents to dispose of their HHW in a proper manner. The City of Temiskaming Shores hosts an annual HHW Collection Event. This year’s event is scheduled on Saturday, June 3, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. next to the New Liskeard Fire Station on Wellington Street. Commercial hazardous or special waste in NOT accepted. |
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An electronic waste recycling bin is located at the Haileybury Landfill site, located on Dump Road off Highway 11. Acceptable items include:
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Do I purchase the recycling and garbage bins?Every household within the City of Temiskaming Shores, is supplied with two (2) rollout bins; a 65 gallon bin for garbage and a 95 gallon bin for recyclable materials, each designed for automated pick-up. In 2015, a Waste Diversion Rate will be introduced as a separate line item (similarly to the Water and Sewer Rate found under "Special Charges" on the Tax Bill), and the rate will be based on a per residential unit basis. Therefore, there will be no additional fees or charges for the garbage and recycling bins. What is the Waste Diversion Rate based on?The waste diversion rate is per residential dwelling unit, according to The City's Assessment and Taxation records. Do I own the garbage and recycling bins?No. The bins will belong to the property, not the homeowners. Can residential property owners opt out of the enhanced waste management program?No. It is the intention of the City of Temiskaming Shores to have all of its residents participate in the program, to ensure that all appropriate material is being diverted from our landfill. This increased diversion rate will extend the life of the landfill. I am a property owner with renters. What does this mean for me?You are responsible for:
Multi-residence owners between 2-4 residential units will be supplied with rollout recycle and garbage bins; multi-residence owners between 5-7 residential units will be supplied with "dumpster style" bins; and multi-residence owners with more than 7 residential units will be responsible to provide waste management services for their tenants. Are the bins durable and easy to manoeuvre?The garbage and recyclables bin are flexible and are proven to hold their shape even after years of service. The bins are constructed to withstand an automated collection system and are easy to roll even with heavy loads. The reinforced top lip adds strength and rigidity as do the double drag rail and reinforced bottom. The specially designed wide ground-hugging base helps keep these carts upright and stable. When will garbage and recyclable material be collected?Collection will be conducted on a bi-weekly basis. Collection will be scheduled on the same day as your current pick-up, but on alternating weeks. Do I bag my recyclables?No. Any items received at the sorting facility in garbage or grocery bags are considered non-recyclable materials, as these bags are not opened and the contents are not sorted. Exception: Shredded paper Are black/green garbage bags required to hold garbage in the bin?No. You have the option of placing your garbage in a regular sized garbage bag and then into the bin, or you can put smaller, "kitchen catcher" bags of garbage into the bin, eliminating the need to continually purchase large garbage bags. What if I don't produce enough waste to fill the garbage or recycling bin every two weeks?You have the option of waiting until your garbage or recycling bin is full before setting it out for collection. What if I have too much waste to fit into the bin(s)?Excess garbage or recyclable material beside your cart will not be picked up. If you have excess material, you can:
What items are recyclable?Beverage and food containers - Rinse clean and recycle
Home and personal product containers - Rinse clean and recycle
Foam polystyrene (Styrofoam) and plastic retail shopping bags - Rinse clean and recycle
Cardboard/ Paper - Not contaminated with food or chemicals
What items are not recyclable?
What is Household Hazardous Waste?Proper disposal of items like propane tanks, batteries, pesticides, oil, fluorescent tubes, compact fluorescent light bulbs, etc. means taking these items to the annual Orange Drop Event. These types of items must never be put in recycling or garbage. For more information on the type of materials accepted, please visit http://www.makethedrop.ca/ Are all plastics recyclable?Yes, we recycle ALL plastics No. 1-7. Please rinse out all food containers, and empty liquids from beverage bottles. Can I recycle Styrofoam?Yes. The program will accept styrofoam; please ensure to remove the absorbent pad from styrofoam meat trays. Should I empty out bottles and cans?Yes. Please pour out leftover liquid from bottles and cans, and rinse food from containers, especially from nut butter, mayonnaise and sauce containers. Should I remove the lid from my plastic bottle?No. The plastic lid is recyclable. Do cardboard boxes need to be flattened?Yes. Please flatten cardboard boxes and empty all packing materials, such as plastic bags and foam. Can I recycle pizza boxes?Yes. Clean pizza boxes are recyclable as long as the leftovers and wax paper liner are thrown away. Is shredded paper recyclable?Yes. Please bag shredded material in a clear plastic bag and place it in the recycling bin. Are paper towels, tissues, and napkins recyclable?No. These items are considered to be used / soiled and are not accepted at the Material Recovery Facility. Are books recyclable?Yes. We recycle all books; however, please separate cover from hardcover books. Is aluminum foil recyclable?Yes. Sheets of aluminum foil are recyclable along with other aluminum containers, such as pie pans and lids from some carry-out restaurants. Please rinse off all food prior to placing in bin. Greasy and/or food-laden aluminum trays from grills or other cooking are not acceptable. Please put aluminum contaminated with grease and/or food in the trash. Can electronics go in the recycling bin for curbside pickup?No, but an electronic waste recycling bin is located at the Haileybury Landfill site, located on Dump Road off Highway 11. Acceptable items include:
Where do I call for additional information?Please contact the City's recycling hotline at (705) 672-3363 |