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.
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. Household 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". Some examples of household waste are as follows:
Recycling Blue Box recyclable materials must be placed in the appropriate bin. E-waste, Tires, Metals and reusable items are only accepted at the Seguin Landfill Site. Hazardous Waste Hazardous Waste Is not accepted at any of our Municipal Waste Sites. Hazardous waste must be brought to the Town of Parry Sound Macfarlane St. Transfer Station. Please note that proof of residency will be required. For information on Hazardous Waste Accepted by the Town of Parry Sound and the site location, please refer to their Web page or contact the Town directly at (705) 746-2101. Brush Brush Includes trees, branches stumps and roots. Boats Boats made from a variety of materials, wood, fibre glass, form of plastic with all engine, components, oil reserves, fuel tanks removed. Boats Shrink Wrap **NEW** Boat shrink wrap will be recycled, it must be clean and bundled. Construction Material Clean construction, demolition and renovation materials including carpets Shingles Roofing material typically made from asphalt No tar products are acceptable
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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. LocationThe 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 Winter Hours effective November 1 November 1 - April 30 (inclusive)
**ONLY cash or cheque accepted at the Landfill Site - No electronic payment available on site Re-use CentreA 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. Fees Disposal of the following items are FREE of charge at the Seguin Landfill:
Tipping fees will apply as prescribed in Schedule "C" of Consolidated By-law No. 2002-11. |
| Hazardous Waste |
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Seguin Township does not currently have the facilities to manage Hazardous Waste products. The Township has a standing 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 Orange Drop. |
| 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 The New Compactors are here! Seguin Township has a two stream 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 programs and follow the acceptable waste recycling guide. Please refer to our detailed information on plastic recycling, as contamination of the recycling bins will result in extra costs to the Township. Find out more about our new Compacting Recycling System located at Christie, Turtle, Humphrey, Stanley House and Brooks Transfer sites. Tire Recycling Seguin Township in conjunction with The Ontario Tire Stewardship (OTS) began the "Used Tires Program" in September 2009. Tires, both on and off rims are accepted at the Seguin Land Fill Site, free of charge to residents of Seguin Township. 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. 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. 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. Clothing and Textile Recycling Diabetes Canada clothesline program has established drop boxes at our Transfer Sites. They accept gently used clothing, which includes: all cloth-based items, bedding, sleeping bag, belts and ties, drapes and more. 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 - 87 Airport Road
Brooks Road Transfer Station - 51 Brooks Road
Humphrey Transfer Station - * PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD AT 11 HUMPHREY DRIVE (Humphrey Public Works Garage)
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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| Types of Waste |
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Different types of waste have different requirements for disposal. Household Waste This is waste generated from day to day household living that is not recyclable in our Township. Recycling Residents of Seguin Township are encouraged to responsibly recycle. Help us sustain the life of our Landfill.
Hazardous Waste Is not accepted at any of our Municipal Waste Sites. Hazardous waste must be brought to the Town of Parry Sound Macfarlane St. Transfer Station. Please note that proof of residency will be required to dispose of materials. Brush The Seguin Landfill site accepts brush and yard waste Boats The Seguin Landfill site accepts boats up to 20 feet in length Construction Material The Seguin Landfill site accepts clean construction, demolition and renovation materials including carpets Shingles The Seguin Landfill site accepts roofing material typically made from asphalt |
| Studies & Reports |
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