TheRegion of Durhamis responsible for collection and disposal of all residential waste in Pickering. This includes garbage, recycling, green bin, yard waste and large items. Visit www.durham.caordownload their app to find yourpick up schedule,and seasonal collection dates.
Follow the links below for more information on waste diversion, collection dates and disposal facilities. Note that most links will redirect to the Region of Durham website.
- Know Before You Throw
- General Waste Information
- Residential Waste Collection Calendar
- Waste Management Facilities
NEW -The City of Pickering is pleased to offer its residents the opportunity to purchase new blue and green bins along with lids for your blue bins. Blue boxes, blue box lids, curbside green bin and kitchen containers are now available for purchase at the front desk of the Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex (1867 Valley Farm Road).
Exchanges for cracked and/or broken blue and green bins can be swapped out free of charge only through the Region of Durham at their Waste Management Centre located at 4600 Garrard Road North in Whitby or annually at the City of Pickering’s spring compost giveaway. Please check out the Region of Durham’s website for up to date information and operating hours.
2023 Bin & Lid Pricing
Per unit pricing (HST included)
- 23.5-gallon Blue Box - $11.00 each
- Blue Box lid made from recycled tires - $13.00 each
- Kitchen container for food waste - $4.00 each
- Curbside green bin - $19.00 each
*all sales are subject to a 3 percent charge to cover processing/transaction fees.
Waste Related Programs
The Region of Durham offers the following waste related programs:
- Agricultural Bale Wrap Recycling - view the Works Department fees and charges for Solid Waste Management
- Bulky White Polystyrene Recycling(free disposal)
- Blue Box Recycling
- Bulky and Metal Goods
- Election Sign Recycling
- Food Waste Composting(Green Bin)
- Garbage Waste
- Household Hazardous Waste
- Multi ResidentialRecycling
- Plastic Bag Recycling
- Waste Electronics and Electrical Equipment
- Yard Waste Composting
Learn what the City of Pickering is doing to help promote a clean and safe environment for residents and visitors:
Visit theRegion of Durham websiteor email the Works Department atwaste@durham.cafor more information.
