Thursday, December 11, 2025:![]()
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Due to today's severe weather conditions, we have had to pull one of our trucks off the road in the Municipality of West Perth, specifically in the former Hibbert Township which includes Dublin, Staffa and the rural surrounding area. ![]()
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We have rescheduled collection for any bins we were unable to collect today to Tuesday, December 16th.![]()
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We appreciate your understanding and patience as we work to ensure the safety of our team. Stay safe and warm, everyoMunicipality of West PerthPerth
Last week we shared our updated list of acceptable items for residential recycling that will come into effect January 1st — and we loved seeing all the great questions come in from the community! 🙌♻️![]()
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Many of you asked about specific items to double-check if they’re recyclable… so we put together a quick visual of some commonly asked-about materials. Good news: every item shown below is acceptable under the new list! (If Clean + Empty😃)![]()
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Take a look 👇 and feel free to keep the questions coming — we’re here to help everyone recycle with confidence heading into the new year!
🚨 New Residential Recycling Acceptables List – Coming January 2026! 🚨![]()
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We’re excited to release the full list of what can be recycled from your home starting January 1, 2026. Please note, this only applies to residential recycling—businesses will continue to follow our current list of acceptable materials.![]()
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Have questions about specific items? Drop them in the comments below and we’ll help you sort it out (pun intended😆). ♻️
🚛☕ COMING SOON TO YOUR BLUE BIN: Episode 5☕🚛![]()
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✨Coffee Cups & Laminated Paper Packaging! ✨![]()
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More good news for recyclers! Starting January 1, 2026, even more everyday items will be accepted in your blue bin — including those tricky coffee cups and food packages.![]()
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Here’s what you’ll be able to recycle:![]()
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✅ Hot and iced coffee cups![]()
✅ Pet food bags![]()
✅ Food service paper bags and plates![]()
✅ Spiral cans (like frozen juice or chips cans)![]()
✅ Cookie dough tubes![]()
✅ Ice cream containers (the coated paper kind)![]()
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These items often have plastic or foil linings, which made them unrecyclable before — but new sorting tech means they’ll soon have a second life!![]()
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🧼 Make sure everything is empty and clean before placing it in your blue bin.![]()
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🚫 But not yet! This change begins in January 2026. Please continue placing these items in the garbage until then.![]()
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We’ll keep sharing updates so you’re ready when the new rules arrive. Thanks for staying on top of your recycling game!![]()
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#ComingSoon #BluewaterRecyclingAssociation
Heads up, business owners!![]()
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Starting today, we’ll be stopping by commercial properties to update recycling bin lids as part of changes to Ontario’s recycling rules. Your recycling will now be collected separately from residential material to make sure everything is sorted correctly.![]()
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When we visit, we’ll provide info about any changes to your collection schedule and answer any questions you may have.![]()
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Thanks for helping us keep Ontario recycling smooth and simple. ♻️
🚛📦 COMING SOON TO YOUR BLUE BIN: Episode 4 📦🚛![]()
✨Styrofoam! ✨![]()
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We know you’ve been asking… and it’s finally happening!![]()
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Starting January 1, 2026, you’ll be able to recycle clean Styrofoam packaging in your blue bin.![]()
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Here's what will be accepted:![]()
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✅ Meat trays (rinsed and clean)![]()
✅ Takeout containers![]()
✅ Foam cups, plates, and bowls![]()
✅ Foam packaging (like the kind used to cushion electronics)![]()
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🧼 Reminder: All foam must be clean and dry — no food, no grease, no tape. Dirty foam still belongs in the garbage.![]()
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🚫 But not yet! This change starts in January 2026. Until then, all Styrofoam still goes in the garbage.![]()
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We’re letting you know now so you can get ready — and spread the word. Cleaner recycling = better results for everyone.![]()
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#ComingSoon #BluewaterRecyclingAssociation
