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Garbage, recycling and collection in Barrie
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Barrie, Ontario: garbage, recycling and collection. Find local rules, practical steps, useful answers and official service links.
Key information
Barrie residents have curbside services and a separate Environmental Centre visit option. A landfill visit requires photo ID. Hazardous waste has a narrower opening schedule than the ordinary waste depot, so check the correct facility before travelling.
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At a glance
| Question | Quick answer |
|---|---|
| Who handles a garbage, organics or yard waste collection problem? | Contact Emterra at 1-833-253-8207 or customercare.barrie@emterra.ca. |
| When is the Waste and Recycling Depot normally open? | The listed schedule is Tuesday to Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., subject to holiday closures. |
| Can Barrie residents drop off electronics free? | Yes. The Waste and Recycling Depot accepts residents’ unwanted electronics at no charge under the listed service. |
Sources: Curbside Collection | City of Barrie · Landfill Site | City of Barrie
Plan your next step
- Find your service
Check the address, building type and collector for the material.
- Sort and prepare
Use the local container, quantity, weight and set-out rules.
- Check the date
Use the address calendar and the correct reporting route if collection fails.
Collection, containers and dates
Who handles a garbage, organics or yard waste collection problem?
Contact Emterra at 1-833-253-8207 or customercare.barrie@emterra.ca.
Where is Barrie’s landfill and depot site?
The city lists 272 Ferndale Drive North. It is for Barrie residents and requires photo identification.
Source: Landfill Site | City of Barrie
Will I be admitted without photo ID?
The city says entry is denied without photo ID, so bring it even for a small drop-off.
Source: Landfill Site | City of Barrie
Sorting and special services
When is the Waste and Recycling Depot normally open?
The listed schedule is Tuesday to Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., subject to holiday closures.
Source: Landfill Site | City of Barrie
Is household hazardous waste open on the same days?
No. The listed Household Hazardous Waste Facility schedule is Saturdays only, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., subject to closures.
Source: Landfill Site | City of Barrie
Where are the waste and hazardous waste areas?
Both are listed at the top of the hill past the scalehouse. Follow the site signs and staff directions.
Source: Landfill Site | City of Barrie
Problems, exceptions and help
Can Barrie residents drop off electronics free?
Yes. The Waste and Recycling Depot accepts residents’ unwanted electronics at no charge under the listed service.
Source: Landfill Site | City of Barrie
Is yard waste drop-off free?
The first 100 kilograms of a residential load is free. The remaining weight is charged at the published rate.
Source: Landfill Site | City of Barrie
What payment methods does the landfill list?
Cash, debit, Visa, Mastercard and American Express are listed. Consult the current rate sheet for disposal charges.
Source: Landfill Site | City of Barrie
Can I buy compost or mulch there?
When available, bring a shovel and containers to load it. Tell the scalehouse if you are also disposing of material, because separate weighing is needed.
Source: Landfill Site | City of Barrie
Local service links
These are the service sources used for this Barrie guide. Use their current forms, calendars and notices when completing a task.
Sources: Curbside Collection | City of Barrie · Landfill Site | City of Barrie