The Township of Seguin utilizes a unique waste management system consisting of 7 (seven) unmanned Transfer Sites and 1 (one) Landfill Site.
The Transfer Sites are open 24/7 and allow for the disposal of Household Waste as well as, two stream recycling. The Township encourages all Residents to participate in diverting material from the Landfill. Together, we can work to prolong the life of our Seguin Landfill site for future generations and protect our natural environment.
Waste Diversion & Community Event Calendar
New this year, be sure to check out our Seguin Waste Reduction & Community Event Calendar! A calendar has been sent through Canada Post within the Township. If you are a Seguin resident and you did not receive your free copy, please contact our office at 1-877-4-SEGUIN or (705) 732-4300. Copies are also available for pickup at the Seguin Municipal Office, the Humphrey Arena, or any branch of Seguin Public Library, or electonically by clicking HERE.
For detailed information please select one of the following topics
| Acceptable Waste |
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Acceptable management of waste requires diligence from all residents of Seguin Township. Waste must be appropriately placed in the designated containers or locations. Each container at the Transfer Site will clearly identify what type of waste is to be placed in it. At the Seguin Landfill Site, our attendant will direct you were to place each type of waste. This is waste generated from day to day household living that is not recyclable in our Township. This does not include bulky items. This waste is place in the containers marked "Household Waste". Diverted materials include, Blue Box recyclables such as fibres and containers as well as clothing and textile. E-waste, tires, metals, boat shrink wrap and reusable items are only accepted at the Seguin Landfill Site. Hazardous Waste Seguin Township does not currently have the facilities to manage Hazardous Waste products. The Township has an agreement with the Town of Parry Sound to allow our residents to dispose of all Hazardous Waste Materials at their MacFarlane St. Transfer Station. Please note that proof of residency will be required. For further information on disposing of Hazardous Waste, please contact the Town of Parry Sound at (705) 746-2101 or their Web page. MacFarlane St. Transfer Station on a map, click here Brush Includes trees, branches stumps and roots. Accepted at our Seguin Landfill Site only. Boats made from a variety of materials, wood, fibre glass and plastics to a maximum of 20 feet. Engine and components can be left on; however oil and fuel must be drained from the system. Accepted at our Seguin Landfill Site only. Must be clean and bundled. Accepted at our Seguin Landfill Site only. Clean construction, demolition and renovation materials including carpets. Accepted at our Seguin Landfill Site only. Roofing material typically made from asphalt. Accepted at our Seguin Landfill Site only.
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| Seguin Landfill |
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The Seguin Landfill Site is a Seguin Township owed and operated facility, for use by Township residents only. Location The Seguin Landfill site is Located in Orrville at 39 Star Lake Road and our contact number is 1-705-732-6915. Please see our Map showing the various Transfer Site locations and our Landfill Site location. Hours of Operation Summer Hours effective May 1 Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday - 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Winter Hours effective November 1 Wednesday, Friday and Saturday - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. **ONLY cash or cheque accepted at the Landfill Site - No electronic payment available on site** Tipping fees will apply to the following as prescribed in Schedule "C" of Consolidated By-law No. 2002-11. Brush Brush Includes trees, branches stumps and roots. Accepted at our Seguin Landfill Site only. Boats Boats made from a variety of materials, wood, fibre glass and plastics to a maximum of 20 feet. Engine and components can be left on; however oil and fuel must be drained from the system. Accepted at our Seguin Landfill Site only. Aluminum boats are free if charge. Construction Material Clean construction, demolition and renovation materials including carpets are accepted at our Seguin Landfill Site only. A maximum of a 1 ton truck will be accepted. Shingles Roofing material typically made from asphalt. Accepted at our Seguin Landfill Site only. Free of charge: Disposal of the following items are FREE of charge at the Seguin Landfill:
Re-use Centre A reuse centre has been established to allow residents to drop off useable items. Purchasing of items is by donation to the Seguin Township Volunteer Fire Department.
Tipping fees will apply as prescribed in Schedule "C" of Consolidated By-law No. 2002-11. |
| Household Waste |
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Seguin Township has 7 (seven) unmanned Transfer Sites that accept Household Waste. These sites are open 24/7 for Seguin residents only. Household waste is waste generated from day to day household living that is not recyclable in our Township. Some of the Items that are acceptable Household Waste are:
Locations Please see our Map showing the various Transfer Site locations |
| Recycling |
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Blue Box Recycling Seguin Township has a two stream “blue box” recycling program, fibre and containers. These items must be disposed of in two different bins onsite. These materials are accepted at all 7 transfer sites. We encourage residents to participate in our diversion. As part of continuing improvements to our waste system, we now have compacting recycling systems located at Christie, Turtle, Humphrey, Stanley House and Brooks Transfer sites. Fibre Recycling A range of clean paper fibre products are acceptable to put into this diversion stream:
Container Recycling A mix of clean container and plastics can be recycled in this stream, please remember to rinse your containers and deposit them loosely into our receptacle, bagging them is challenging for our recycling collector. Have a look at our recylcling guide to help you out.
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Clothing and Textile Recycling Diabetes Canada clothesline program has established drop boxes at our Transfer Sites. Here is a list of what they are accepting:
Tire Recycling Seguin Township in conjunction with Resource Recovery & Circular Economy began the "Used Tires Program" in January 2019. Tires, both on and off rims are accepted at the Seguin Land Fill Site, free of charge to residents of Seguin Township. Accepted at our Seguin Landfill Site only. Electronics Recycling The Ontario Electronic Stewardship (OES) began the "Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Program" in April 2009 with Phase 1 and expanded Phase 2 in April 2010 to accept more items. Electronic Waste is accepted at the Seguin Land Fill Site, free of charge to residents of Seguin Township. Accepted at our Seguin Landfill Site only. Metal Recycling Scrap metal and most white goods (household appliances) are accepted free of charge at the Seguin Land Fill Site. Please note that appliances that contain refrigerant will be charged a fee for disposal as the Township must contract the services of a technician to safely decommission the item. Refrigerant devices will not be accepted with out compressors, unless proof of certified refrigerant removal is provided. Accepted at our Seguin Landfill Site only. Boat Shrink Wrap Boat shrink wrap will be recycled at the Seguin Landfill and at our waste events. This product is not part of the bluebox recycling program, please do NOT include it with the container/plastic recycling. It is recycled through a private company at no cost to the Township. Accepted at our Seguin Landfill Site only. Recycling of gently used items The Township has established a re-use center, located at the Seguin Landfill Site, 39 Star Lake Road, Orrville. The re-use center accepts gently used items that others may be interested in. Purchasing of items is by donation. All proceeds collected are forwarded to Seguin Township Volunteer Fire Department. Please see our Map showing the various Transfer Site locations and our Landfill Site location. |
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Each year the Seguin Township Waste Management Team hosts special events. These special events are to bring awareness to waste diversion while giving residents of Township the opportunity to dispose of goods at some Transfer Site locations that otherwise do not accept bulky waste. Seguin Landfill - 39 Star Lake Road Seguin Landfill always accepts bulky items, however during our summer special event some tipping fees are waived.
Airport Road Transfer Station - 23 Airport Road
Brooks Road Transfer Station - 51 Brooks Road
Humphrey Transfer Station - 175 Hwy 141
Stanley House Road Transfer Station - 1 Stanley House Road
Please note that NO CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS, SHINGLES, HAZARDOUS WASTE or BOATS will be accepted at Transfer Station events. Transfer Station will only be accepting items between 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. on the event days. **NEW** - Boat shrink wrap accepted - must be clean and please bundle Proof of residency will be required, i.e. tax bill, drivers license, landfill user permit. |
| Transfer Site Locations |
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Seguin Township has 7 (seven) unmanned Transfer Sites. These sites are strategically placed throughout the Township to provide the best service for our Residents. Locations Please see our Map showing the various Transfer Site locations
These Sites are open 24/7 for Seguin Residents only, to allow for the disposal of the following:
We encourage Seguin Residents to report illegal dumping and unauthorized use of all facilities. These activities directly increase the cost of waste management for Residents.
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| Studies & Reports |
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