Waste Diversion

The Waste Diversion Facility (WDF) is home to a number of drop-off depots that help residents safely and responsibly manage materials that don’t belong in curbside collection.

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Hours of Operation

Wednesday to Saturday
8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sunday to Tuesday
Closed

Leaf & Yard Waste and Paint Reuse operate April to October, weather dependent.

Drop-off depots at the Waste Diversion Facility: household hazardous waste, leaf and yard waste, public recycling, scrap metal, and electronics.

Residents can also take advantage of our paint reuse program, which makes good-quality leftover paint available for others to take, free of charge.

Limits may apply to certain materials, and some items may be subject to staff discretion. For questions, contact the Waste Management line at 705-474-0400 ext. 2333.

Household Hazardous Waste

Open year-round

Drop off household hazardous waste, like paint, batteries, oil, adhesives, aerosols, fuel, lightbulbs, and household cleaners free of charge.

Open to residents of North Bay and participating surrounding municipalities. There is a 60-litre limit per week.

Learn more about accepted materials, banned materials, and how to prepare household hazardous waste for transport.

Public Recycling

Open year-round

Drop off your recyclable materials free of charge when you are out of space in your curbside bins.

Open to residents of North Bay and surrounding areas, including unorganized townships.

Leaf & Yard Waste

Open April to October

Bring your residential flower clippings, grass clippings, and leaf waste free of charge. The materials will be converted into compost. Brush is not accepted.

Businesses are subject to fees.

Electronics

Open year-round

Drop off household electronics, like computers, televisions, radios, speakers, DVD players, and telephones. Disposal is free of charge.

Items with refrigerant are banned.

Scrap metal

Open year-round

Drop off items like snow blowers, bicycles, filing cabinets, pots and pans, patio furniture, and barbecues free of charge.

Paint reuse

Open from April to October

Pick up good quality leftover paint free of charge.

Other ways to keep materials out of the landfill:

Home Composting

Composting is a natural biological process, carried out under controlled conditions, which converts organic material into compost. During the composting process, various microorganisms break down organic material into simpler substances.

Textile Waste

Textiles include items like clothing, drapes, linens and bedding. In North Bay, disposing of textiles as part the general waste stream is not permitted. Instead, residents are encouraged to reduce, repair, and repurpose their textiles.

Contacts

Waste Line

705-474-0400, ext. 2333

Public Works Dispatch

publicworksdispatch@northbay.ca 705-474-4340

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