Free compost in Oshawa on May 4

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region’s Works Department has teamed up with the City of Oshawa to offer free compost to residents on May 4.

When: Saturday, May 4, from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine).

Where: General Motors of Canada Headquarters – west parking lot, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa.

Why: In appreciation of a continued community-wide commitment to the Regional organics collection programs, residents are provided with free compost made using organics collected through curbside Green Bin and Leaf and Yard Waste programs. Residents should bring a shovel and containers to carry compost. Quantities are first-come, first served and limited to four blue boxes of compost per vehicle. Green bins, blue boxes and backyard composters will also be available for purchase (cash only), and broken bins can be exchanged for free.

Note: Residents are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item, to be donated to a local food bank (please check that boxes and cans aren’t damaged, opened or expired).

For more information, including tips for preparing to attend a collection event, please visit durham.ca/waste, email waste@durham.ca, call 1-800-667-5671 or download the Durham Region Waste App.

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For more information, please contact Corporate Communications.