Brantford Garbage Collection Schedule 2024: A Comprehensive Guide
The City of Brantford offers resources for residents to understand their 2024 garbage collection schedule․ A prominent resource is the 2024 Brantford Garbage Collection Calendar․ This comprehensive calendar outlines the collection schedule for garbage recycling and green bin materials throughout the year․
The City of Brantford provides a range of waste management services to its residents, including garbage collection, recycling programs, and green bin initiatives․ These services are governed by Chapter 440 of the City of Brantford Municipal Code, which regulates landfill and curbside collection․ Residents are required to comply with these regulations by properly preparing their garbage and recycling materials for collection․
The City of Brantford is committed to improving its waste management practices for greater efficiency and customer service․ The City of Brantford is in Ontario with Cambridge to the north, Burlington to the northeast, Kitchener to the northwest, Simcoe to the south, London to the southwest, Hamilton to the east․
The City of Brantford also offers resources to help residents understand proper waste sorting, including guidelines for recycling and green bin usage․ Bulky item disposal is also addressed, with specific rules about when items can be set out for collection․
For further information or inquiries about waste management in Brantford, residents can contact the City of Brantford․ The city aims to promote responsible waste disposal and environmental stewardship within the community․ The phone number is 519-759-4150․
Accessing the 2024 Brantford Garbage Collection Calendar
The City of Brantford provides residents with several avenues to access the 2024 Garbage Collection Calendar․ A prominent downloadable resource is the 2024 Brantford Garbage Collection Calendar․ This comprehensive calendar outlines the collection schedule for garbage recycling and green bin materials throughout the year including specific dates and any adjustments due to holidays․ Residents can easily print or save this calendar for reference;
The calendar is available in PDF format, allowing for easy download and printing․ The City of Brantford is committed to providing accessible information to all residents․ The calendar is a comprehensive resource detailing collection schedules for garbage, recycling, and green bin materials throughout the year․ This includes specific collection dates and any alterations due to holidays or unforeseen circumstances․
The calendar is available on the City of Brantford website․ Residents can also obtain a physical copy of the calendar by visiting City Hall or other municipal offices․ The City of Brantford website also provides additional information on waste management practices and regulations․
Holiday Collection Schedule Adjustments (Christmas 2024 & New Year’s 2025)
The City of Brantford adjusts its curbside collection schedule during the weeks of Christmas and New Year’s Day․ This includes garbage, recycling, and green bin collection․ Waste collection services including garbage, recycling and green bin will not take place on Christmas Day (Wednesday, December 25, 2024) and New Years Day (Wednesday, January 1, 2025)․
When Christmas or New Year’s Day falls on a weekday, collection throughout Brantford will take place one day later than usual collection days between Tuesday, Dec․ 26 and Saturday, Jan․ 6․ This means that if your regular collection day is on a Monday and Christmas falls on that Monday, your collection will be moved to Tuesday․ This will continue throughout the week, with each subsequent collection day being pushed back by one day․
Residents are advised to consult the 2024 Brantford Garbage Collection Calendar for specific dates and changes․ The calendar provides detailed information on holiday collection schedules and any potential delays․ Residents can also check the City of Brantford website․
Changes to Collection Routes in 2024 (Ward 4 & 5)
In 2024, the City of Brantford implemented changes to solid waste collection routes, specifically affecting residents in Ward 4 and Ward 5․ The changes in solid waste collection routes took effect during the week of May 6, 2024․ These adjustments were aimed at improving the efficiency of collection services and maintaining a high level of customer service throughout the city․
Starting the week of May 6, Ward 5 residents had their garbage collection day moved to Tuesday from Monday․ In Ward 4, residents had their collection day moved to Wednesday from Tuesday․ No changes were planned for those residents whose garbage pick up days are on Thursday or Friday․
The purpose of the report was to inform Council of the upcoming changes to the solid waste collection routes, with the goal to improve efficiencies and maintain the high level of customer service․ Residents were encouraged to check the 2024 Brantford Garbage Collection Calendar or contact the City of Brantford for clarification on their new collection day․
Christmas Tree Collection (January 2024)
The City of Brantford provided a Christmas tree collection service for residents in January 2024․ The collection took place from Tuesday, January 2, to Friday, January 12, 2024․ Residents were asked to place their Christmas trees visible at the curb before 7 a․m․ on their scheduled collection day to ensure pickup․
To facilitate collection, residents were required to remove all ornaments, tinsel, tree stands, and plastic bags from their trees․ Christmas trees longer than 8 feet had to be cut in half․ Trees buried in snow or frozen to the ground were not collected, so residents needed to ensure their trees were accessible․ Artificial trees were not part of the curbside collection program․
If residents missed the collection dates or had artificial trees to dispose of, they could schedule a bulk pickup through the City of Brantford’s website․ Alternatively, residents could take their trees to either the Paris Transfer Station or Biggars Lane Landfill․ Tipping fees were waived for Christmas trees from December 26, 2024, to January 31, 2025, making disposal easier․
Proper Waste Sorting: Recycling Guidelines
The City of Brantford emphasizes proper waste sorting, and recycling plays a crucial role․ Residents are encouraged to recycle wisely, especially during the holiday season and throughout the year․ Acceptable recyclable items include plastic bottles, cans, paper, and cardboard․ The key to successful recycling is ensuring items are clean and dry before placing them in the recycling bin․
Food-related plastics (numbered 1 through 7), cardboard tubes, cardboard boxes, and cartons are generally recyclable․ However, certain materials are not accepted in the recycling program․ Metallic or cellophane wrapping paper, tissue paper, and Styrofoam should be placed in the garbage rather than the recycling bin․ Keeping contaminants like food and liquid out of the recycling helps ensure that everything in the bin finds a second life․
Residents with recycling collection inquiries, missed collections, or needing replacement bins can contact Emterra at 1-888-597-1541 or customercareontemterra․ca, starting January 1, 2025․ Additional information is available at circularmaterials․ca/brantford․ By following these guidelines, residents can contribute to a more efficient and sustainable recycling program in Brantford․
Proper Waste Sorting: Green Bin Usage
The City of Brantford actively promotes the use of green bins for proper waste sorting and composting․ Residents are encouraged to utilize their green bins to dispose of organic waste, diverting it from landfills and contributing to a more sustainable environment․ Understanding what items can and cannot be placed in the green bin is essential for effective composting․
Acceptable items for the green bin include meat scraps, bones, gravy/sauces, fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and more․ These organic materials break down naturally and can be composted into nutrient-rich soil․ A comprehensive list of compostable items is available on the City of Brantford’s website at Brantford․ca/GreenBin․
By properly utilizing green bins, residents can significantly reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills․ This reduces environmental impact․ It also creates valuable compost for beneficial uses․ The city encourages residents to familiarize themselves with the guidelines for green bin usage to ensure that only appropriate materials are composted․ This promotes a cleaner and healthier community․ For any questions about garbage, recycling, and green bin collection, residents can visit www․brantford․ca/garbage or call 519-759-4150․
Disposing of Bulky Items
The City of Brantford provides guidelines for the disposal of bulky items that are too large or heavy for regular garbage bins․ Residents are instructed to follow specific procedures to ensure proper collection and disposal of these items․ According to city bylaws, bulky items should not be set out any earlier than 7:00 p․m․ (or 12:00 a․m․ downtown) on the night before the scheduled pickup date․
Residents can schedule a bulk pickup by visiting Brantford․ca/BulkPickup․ This service allows for the collection of items such as furniture, appliances, and other large household goods․ It’s crucial to adhere to the city’s regulations regarding the timing and placement of bulky items to avoid bylaw violations․ Failure to comply with these regulations may result in penalties enforced by the Solid Waste Department․
For residents seeking alternative disposal options, the Paris Transfer Station and Biggars Lane Landfill are available․ These facilities offer convenient locations for dropping off bulky waste․ By following the city’s guidelines for bulky item disposal, residents contribute to maintaining a clean and organized community․ The service helps prevent illegal dumping and ensures that waste is managed responsibly․
Bylaw Enforcement Regarding Garbage Collection
The City of Brantford enforces bylaws related to garbage collection to maintain cleanliness and ensure responsible waste management․ Chapter 440 of the City of Brantford Municipal Code regulates landfill and curbside collection of garbage waste within the city․ Residents are required to comply with these bylaws by properly preparing their garbage and recycling for collection․
Bylaw enforcement is overseen by the Solid Waste Department, which addresses violations related to garbage collection practices․ These violations can include improper sorting of waste, setting out garbage at incorrect times, and exceeding weight or size limits for containers․ Residents who fail to comply with the bylaws may face penalties․
The city’s enforcement efforts aim to promote responsible waste disposal habits among residents․ By adhering to the guidelines outlined in the bylaws, residents contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable community․ The enforcement of these regulations helps prevent illegal dumping, reduces litter, and ensures that waste is managed efficiently and effectively․ Residents are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the garbage collection bylaws to avoid potential violations․
Contacting the City of Brantford for Waste Management Inquiries
For any questions or concerns regarding waste management in Brantford, the City of Brantford provides multiple avenues for residents to seek assistance․ The most direct way to get information is to contact the City directly at 519-759-4150․ City staff can address your waste management needs․
The City of Brantford’s website, www․brantford․ca/garbage, also has information about waste management including collection schedules and proper sorting; Inquiries can be made via email through the City’s general contact form, which can be found on the website․ This allows residents to submit detailed questions or concerns in writing and receive a response from the appropriate department․
Residents can also visit the City Hall located at 58 Dalhousie Street to talk to staff about waste management in person․ The City of Brantford is committed to providing clear and accessible information to ensure that residents can manage their waste responsibly and contribute to a cleaner community․
