Simcoe FREE Recycling Drop-Off

No more struggling to fit everything in your curbside bin.

The free recycling drop-off location is now open in Simcoe, ON! This location accepts Blue Box materials such as Glass, Rigid Plastics, Soft, Stretchy Plastics, Metal, Paper, and Polystyrene. (Acceptable and unacceptable examples of each are presented in the FAQ below.)

Here’s what you need to know…

What: This FREE collection site serves Simcoe, but residents from Norfolk County surrounding areas are welcome. Eligible residents may reside in the Simcoe area, including Port Dover, Delhi, Waterford, Courtland, Langton, Vittoria, Turkey Point, and St. Williams.

Where: 28 Grigg Dr., Town of Simcoe, N3Y 4L1

When: Monday – Friday, 7AM –3:30PM

Accepted Items:

  • Cardboard boxes (all sizes)
  • Styrofoam
  • Packing materials
  • Paper (Wrapping paper too!)
  • Plastic
  • Glass
  • Aluminum
  • And more!

How It Works: Simply drive up to the designated area and drop off your recyclables. No appointment necessary.

What’s Accepted?

Thank you for your commitment to recycling! Here are some frequently asked questions.

It is important to also read the section labelled, “What isn’t accepted at this location?”.

The five types of materials accepted by this location, include:

  • Glass: Bottles and jars (lids on).
  • Rigid Plastics:
    • Food jars and tubs (lids on)
    • Clear food containers / clamshells (i.e. used for fruit and vegetables)
    • Beverage bottles (lids on)
    • Salad dressing bottles
    • Detergent, soap, shampoo bottles (lids, sprayers, pumps on)
    • Clear CD/DVD cases (empty without disk). Black cases are garbage.
    • Soft, Stretchy Plastics:
    • Grocery/retail shopping bags
    • Produce/bulk food bags
    • Bread bags (without foil)
    • Milk bags (outer bag, rinsed inner pouches)
    • Sandwich bags (including resealable)
    • Over–wrap (i.e. plastic wrapping from toilet paper, napkins, paper towels, beverage
      drink cases)
    • Printed–media outsert bags (plastic bags and wrap containing flyers, newspapers and magazines – printed material is recyclable as paper)
    • Dry cleaning bags
    • Diaper / feminine hygiene outer bags
    • Garden soil / manure / compost / road salt bags
    • Empty prescription bottles
  • Metal:
    • Aluminum/steel food and beverage cans
    • Aluminum trays, burner liners, pie plates, and roasting pans
    • Cookie and biscuit tins
      o       Aerosol cans (empty, lids on)
  • Paper:
    • Cartons and boxes (i.e. empty and cleaned containers from juice, milk, and soups. Straws are garbage).
    • Boxboard (i.e. from cereal, tissue, dry detergent, shoes, and boots – remove any plastic linings in boxes)
    • Corrugated cardboard – unwaxed cardboard
    • Rolls (i.e. toilet paper, paper towels, wrapping paper)
    • Spiral wound cans (i.e. from frozen juice, chips and nuts)
    • Bags (without wax or plastic lining / coating)
    • Advertising mail, fine paper, envelopes
    • Newspapers, flyers, directories, magazines, and catalogues
    • Gift wrap, tissue paper, and cards
    • Shredded paper (placed in clear plastic bag)
    • Soft/hard cover books
  • Polystyrene:
    • Foam food and protective packing that has been cleaned (i.e. plates, cups, egg cartons, and takeout containers). Plastic wrap and absorbent pads are garbage.
    • Protective packaging (i.e. from shipping and electronics). Foam packing peanuts are garbage.

The following items and materials can’t be brought to this location:

  • Medical, Home Healthcare and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) waste. These may include syringes (hazardous material) and PPE (wrapped in a plastic bag and disposed as garbage).
  • Household Hazardous Materials. These may include propane tanks, batteries, compact fluorescent light bulbs, pesticides, and paints. Hazardous materials need to be brought to a hazardous waste depot.
  • Plastic Packing and Other Plastic. These items are considered garbage and may include the following items:
    • Black plastics (takeout containers, bags, plant trays, and flower pots),
    • Plastics labelled or marketed as compostable or biodegradable (including bags, cutlery and containers)
    • Liner bags from packaged dry food containers and boxes (i.e. liners for cereal, cookies, and crackers)
    • Wrapping around pre–packaged foods like meat and cheese
    • Bubble wrap
    • Pet food bags
  • Squeeze tubes for home and personal products (i.e. toothpaste and lotion)
  • Paint cans
  • Other Plastics, such as straws, clothes hangers, binders, toys, cassettes, CDs and DVDs.
  • Glass (Drinking glasses, dishes, cups and crystal)
    • Ceramics and pottery
    • Window glass
    • Light bulbs
    • Mirrors
    • Pots and pans
  • Metal
    • Tools, scrap metal, and automotive parts
    • Clothes hangers
    • Pots and pans
    • Appliances (i.e. ovens, kettles, toaster, hair dryers, bread machines, sanders, drills, etc..)
    • Electronics (i.e. smartphones, computers, monitors, televisions, etc…)
    • If you’re interested in recycling steel, JLM Metal Recycling can assist: 1071 concession 11 Waterford
  • Aluminum
    • Foil food wrap, potato chip bags
    • Blister pack (i.e. from medication, chewing gum and candies)
    • Metallic gift wrap and bows
  • Textiles
    • Clothing and accessories, shoes and boots
    • Carpets and curtains
    • Bedding
  • Paper Products
    • Tissues, napkins and paper towels
    • Frozen food boxes – these boxes contain a lining/coating
    • Waxed cardboard
    • Paper with wax or plastic lining/coating
  • Other Items
    • Cables, hoses, and ropes
    • Wood (i.e. chopsticks, fruit crates)
    • Renovation waste (windows and window frames, kitchen counters, concrete, drywall, bathtubs, etc…).

Yes. Plastics need to be cleaned in order to be recycled. This means any soft and hardened materials (i.e. food, dirt, paints) need to be removed.

The bins have the following dimensions: Length = 15 feet, Width = 8 feet, Height = 4.5 feet. If the material being dropped off fits, it will be accepted.

No. Hazardous material waste require special handling due to the nature of these materials being corrosive, flammable, explosive, or poisonous. These materials may harm workers and cause fires in waste management facilities. Improper disposal of these materials has a negative effect on the environment and detrimental to human and animal welfare. Hazardous materials need to be brought to a drop–off depot.

Simcoe Transfer Station – Google Maps

See  Household Hazardous Waste | Norfolk County

 

Other Questions

Need more answers? Contact us today!

Boxes should be flattened to conserve space in the container.

Materials are sorted by type and grade of material before being sent for commercial processing. Thank you for doing your part to recycle!

This free recycling drop–off location is open Monday through Friday from 7AM to 3:30PM.

There are no fees to drop off recyclable materials.

There are four bins, and each is marked by type of material(s) collected. Examples of the more popular items are noted with each bin-type. The full list of acceptable items can be found under the FAQ “What can I bring?“:

  1. Cardboard Only: Corrugated cardboard – unwaxed.
  2. Mixed Cans & Plastics: Glass bottles and jars; food jars and tubs; clear food containers; aluminum/steel food and beverage cans; and detergent, soap, and shampoo bottles.
  3. Mixed Paper / Boxboard: Cartons and boxes (i.e. empty and cleaned containers from juice, milk, and soup); boxboard (i.e. from cereal, tissue, and shoes – remove any plastic linings); newspapers and magazines; and shredded paper.
  4. Styrofoam: Foam food and protective packing (cleaned); and protective packing (i.e. from electronics).

Getting to the Drop-Off

Why Recycle in Simcoe?

Recycling offers a multitude of benefits for our environment, our community, and even our own homes:

Homeowner Benefits:

  • Convenience: Our drop-off location provides a convenient and hassle-free way to recycle bulky items like large cardboard boxes, freeing up space in your garage and home.
  • Reduces clutter: Free up valuable space in your garage and home by easily dropping off large cardboard boxes and other bulky items at our convenient location. Say goodbye to the endless struggle of fitting oversized items into those small, fragile blue bins. Our solution makes it easy to keep your home tidy and organized, while also preventing unsightly overflow and litter in your neighborhood.
  • A More Effective Recycling System The small, blue bins used in many areas aren’t built for modern recycling needs. They are easily damaged, difficult to carry, and simply not practical for Canada’s weather. This often discourages residents from recycling as much as they could. Our scalable solution provides a more efficient and resilient option, giving you a better way to do your part for the environment.
  • Peace of mind: Knowing you’re doing your part to protect the environment can provide a sense of satisfaction and peace of mind.

Environmental Protection:

  • Reduces landfill waste: By recycling, we divert materials from landfills, minimizing their environmental impact.
  • Conserves natural resources: Recycling helps conserve valuable resources like trees, water, and minerals, reducing the need to extract new raw materials.
  • Reduces pollution: Recycling minimizes the need for extracting and processing raw materials, which can have significant environmental impacts.

Community Benefits:

  • Creates a cleaner and more sustainable community: A thriving recycling program contributes to a cleaner and healthier environment for all residents.
  • Supports local recycling efforts: By utilizing this convenient drop-off location, you are actively supporting local recycling initiatives.

By choosing to recycle, you are making a positive impact on our planet and contributing to a more sustainable future for all.