Why does the Region charge for disposal at our Waste Management Facilities?

We encourage residents to take advantage of the various types of curbside collection the Region offers, which are funded by your annual property taxes. In addition to garbage, green bin and blue box collection in most municipalities, collection also includes a full suite of curbside services for scrap metal, large appliances, waste electronics, porcelain (such as toilets), yard waste, Christmas trees and batteries.

User fees collected at our waste management facilities help fund the cost of operating the facilities, including the cost to collect and process the waste.

Save money by making full use of our curbside collection services. The Region works hard to keep waste management costs down for its residents. The cost to provide all curbside collection services is about $18 per month per household.

Learn more at durham.ca/waste