The District has been working closely with our consulting team and the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) for approved waste collection service as we transition the bin (dumpster) sites. For more information on the Bin Site Transition Plan and alternate services planned for communities, please visit our project page.
With ongoing feedback from communities, we're pleased to announce the summer 2023 Lakeside Waste Collection schedule. To stay updated, follow this project at the top right side of this page (scroll to the bottom of this page, if using a mobile device).
Summer Lakeside Waste Collection Schedule
| Town of Gravenhurst |
| Community | Event time / Summer season |
Riley Lake
Public launch
|
Every Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Victoria Day long weekend to Thanksgiving Day long weekend.
|
Kahshe Lake
Public launch (Rockhaven) |
Every Sunday, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Victoria Day long weekend to Thanksgiving Day long weekend.
Every Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Canada Day long weekend to Labour Day long weekend. |
Gull Lake and Silver Lake
Hewitt Landing
|
Every Sunday, 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Victoria Day long weekend to Labour Day long weekend.
|
| Township of Muskoka Lakes |
| Community | Event time / Summer season |
Lake Joseph
McDonald Rd., Foot's Bay |
Every Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Victoria Day long weekend to Labour Day long weekend.
|
Nine Mile Lake
Public launch |
Every Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
|
Victoria Day long weekend to Thanksgiving Day long weekend.
|
Lake Rosseau
Parker's Marina, Windemere |
Every Sunday, 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
|
Victoria Day long weekend to Thanksgiving Day long weekend.
|
Skeleton Lake Rd. 2
Public launch |
Every Sunday 10:00 a.m to 11:30 a.m.
Victoria Day long weekend to Thanksgiving Day long weekend.
|
Lake Muskoka
Walker's Point Marina |
Every Sunday 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
(1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. after Labour Day long weekend)
Victoria Day long weekend to Thanksgiving Day long weekend.
|
Lake Muskoka
Church Dock Rd., Milford Bay |
Every Sunday 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Victoria Day long weekend to Labour Day long weekend.
|
Lake Muskoka
Weismiller Street public launch |
Every Sunday 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
(3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. after Labour Day)
Victoria Day long weekend to Thanksgiving Day long weekend.
|
What can I bring?
This summer, crews will be present at a dedicated location for a scheduled period to collect garbage and recycling.
up to two (2) bags of household garbage per event - securely tied shut
unlimited recycling - dumped loose or in clear/transparent bags
To learn more, visit www.muskokarecycles.ca or download our Muskoka Recycles mobile app.
Large items (furniture, appliances) and other waste can be delivered to any District Waste Facility during normal operating hours. Many locations are open 7 days a week and open late on Sundays in the summer.
Not sure where it goes? Try our Waste Wizard - simply type in any item, and the Waste Wizard will tell you if it's recyclable, belongs in your garbage bag or needs special care.
Can garbage be dropped off outside of the event hours?
No, it can't. We are relying on the cooperation of our dedicated Muskoka community to respect this service and, at the same time, preserve our beautiful Muskoka environment – the reason we all choose to live here. Any abandoned garbage left on the ground before or after the event time is considered illegal dumping, these instances will be investigated and may result in the cancellation of the program.
Questions? We're here to help - reach out to our Lakeside Waste Collection team at waste@muskoka.on.ca or 705-645-2100.
The District has been working closely with our consulting team and the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) for approved waste collection service as we transition the bin (dumpster) sites. For more information on the Bin Site Transition Plan and alternate services planned for communities, please visit our project page.
With ongoing feedback from communities, we're pleased to announce the summer 2023 Lakeside Waste Collection schedule. To stay updated, follow this project at the top right side of this page (scroll to the bottom of this page, if using a mobile device).
Summer Lakeside Waste Collection Schedule
| Town of Gravenhurst |
| Community | Event time / Summer season |
Riley Lake
Public launch
|
Every Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Victoria Day long weekend to Thanksgiving Day long weekend.
|
Kahshe Lake
Public launch (Rockhaven) |
Every Sunday, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Victoria Day long weekend to Thanksgiving Day long weekend.
Every Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Canada Day long weekend to Labour Day long weekend. |
Gull Lake and Silver Lake
Hewitt Landing
|
Every Sunday, 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Victoria Day long weekend to Labour Day long weekend.
|
| Township of Muskoka Lakes |
| Community | Event time / Summer season |
Lake Joseph
McDonald Rd., Foot's Bay |
Every Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Victoria Day long weekend to Labour Day long weekend.
|
Nine Mile Lake
Public launch |
Every Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
|
Victoria Day long weekend to Thanksgiving Day long weekend.
|
Lake Rosseau
Parker's Marina, Windemere |
Every Sunday, 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
|
Victoria Day long weekend to Thanksgiving Day long weekend.
|
Skeleton Lake Rd. 2
Public launch |
Every Sunday 10:00 a.m to 11:30 a.m.
Victoria Day long weekend to Thanksgiving Day long weekend.
|
Lake Muskoka
Walker's Point Marina |
Every Sunday 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
(1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. after Labour Day long weekend)
Victoria Day long weekend to Thanksgiving Day long weekend.
|
Lake Muskoka
Church Dock Rd., Milford Bay |
Every Sunday 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Victoria Day long weekend to Labour Day long weekend.
|
Lake Muskoka
Weismiller Street public launch |
Every Sunday 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
(3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. after Labour Day)
Victoria Day long weekend to Thanksgiving Day long weekend.
|
What can I bring?
This summer, crews will be present at a dedicated location for a scheduled period to collect garbage and recycling.
up to two (2) bags of household garbage per event - securely tied shut
unlimited recycling - dumped loose or in clear/transparent bags
To learn more, visit www.muskokarecycles.ca or download our Muskoka Recycles mobile app.
Large items (furniture, appliances) and other waste can be delivered to any District Waste Facility during normal operating hours. Many locations are open 7 days a week and open late on Sundays in the summer.
Not sure where it goes? Try our Waste Wizard - simply type in any item, and the Waste Wizard will tell you if it's recyclable, belongs in your garbage bag or needs special care.
Can garbage be dropped off outside of the event hours?
No, it can't. We are relying on the cooperation of our dedicated Muskoka community to respect this service and, at the same time, preserve our beautiful Muskoka environment – the reason we all choose to live here. Any abandoned garbage left on the ground before or after the event time is considered illegal dumping, these instances will be investigated and may result in the cancellation of the program.
Questions? We're here to help - reach out to our Lakeside Waste Collection team at waste@muskoka.on.ca or 705-645-2100.
