Ever wonder what happens to our household waste after collection? Drop in to our free, family-friendly events at the Durham York Energy Centre and explore how we are transforming household waste into valuable resources! Curbside Giveaway Day events are organized in cooperation with the local municipalities, where residents place unwanted items in good condition—clearly marked FREE—on their curb for anyone to pick up.
At the end of the Giveaway Day, residents return unclaimed items to their home. Please ensure items whether new or used, are safe and meet current regulatory requirements. It is important to only place items that are in good condition. The Region is not responsible for quality of items placed out for the Curbside Giveaway Day. Check for consumer product recalls posted by Health Canada. Collected leaf and yard waste is processed into nutrient-rich compost. In the spring, residents are invited to our complimentary compost giveaways.
Quantities are first-come, first served and limited to four blue boxes of compost per vehicle. Residents are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item, to be donated to a local food bank please check that boxes and cans are not damaged, opened or expired.
Drop off items for reuse, recycling and safe disposal at Environment Days. Charities have the right to refuse materials. Unaccepted materials are your responsibility. You can bring unaccepted materials to a waste management facility. Fees will apply. The Circular Innovation Council has extended Waste Reduction Week in Canada beyond the third week of October into Circular Economy Month to educate and excite Canadians about the opportunities and benefits of the circular economy.
The third week of October will continue as Waste Reduction Week WRW , with daily themes related to specific waste streams and the waste reduction component of a circular economy.
