Garbage and Organics

Find information on garbage collection, waste, organics and compost, and recycling. Download the Waste Whiz app, report an issue and more.

Collection Schedule

Waste Whiz

Curbside Waste Support Programs

Report A Problem

Garbage Tags

Long-term Waste Management Strategy

The Region of Waterloo is updating its Long-term Waste Management Strategy to address our growing community's evolving waste management needs and support sustainable and affordable waste management practices. Learn more about the Long-term Waste Management Strategy.

2026 Curbside Collection Changes

Cart-based collection for garbage and organics is coming in March 2026. Switching to cart-based collection improves worker safety, operational efficiency, and cuts down on waste collection day litter. Learn more about curbside collection changes.

Yard Waste

The Region of Waterloo collects yard waste from eligible residents every second week seasonally from late March to end of November or early December, depending on the bi-weekly schedule. Find all the details here.