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The Town of Saugeen Shores has declared a Significant Weather Event due to observed and forecasted conditions, effective 8:00 a.m. on February 18, 2026, and continuing until further notice.
Responsible recycling is good for the environment and helps reduce pressure on our local landfill.
There are a variety of recycling programs for residents and businesses in Saugeen Shores.
Saugeen Shores is no longer involved in curbside recycling collection.
Curbside recycling is now a Provincial service managed by Circular Materials. In Saugeen Shores, recycling collection services are performed by Bruce Area Solid Waste Recycling.
For information or inquires on curbside recycling, please contact Bruce Area Solid Waste Recycling.
Saugeen Shores' Ineligible Sources Program
Industrial, commercial, and institutional (ICI) locations are ineligible for Ontario's curbside Blue Box program as of January 1, 2026.
Ineligible customers including businesses, commercial farms, places of worship, non-profits, and other institutions may bring their recyclables to the landfill for free disposal during regular landfill operating hours.
Upon arrival, customers will access the recycling bins through the landfill scales, where staff will screen and provide direction as needed.
Proof of ineligibility will be required. This program is not available to eligible sources (residents).
Drop off household batteries at the Southampton Landfill. Batteries are then taken to a disposal facility.
Do not dispose of batteries in the garbage.
The following items are accepted at the landfill only if they have been certified and tagged as "Freon Free":
Drop off your electronic waste at the Southampton Land for no charge.
Old electronic items will be sent to recycling and processing facilities that dispose of your e-waste without affecting the environment.
Acceptable Items:
Drop off fire extinguishers at the Southampton Landfill for recycling.
Drop off expired fluorescent bulbs and tubes at the Southampton Landfill.
These items are taken to a facility that discards mercury and other hazardous chemicals properly.
Mattress and Box Spring Recycling
Drop off mattresses and box springs at the Southampton Landfill for a fee of $31.11 per mattress.
Drop off empty propane tanks for recycling at the Southampton Landfill.
Drop off tires (on-rim or off-rim) to the Southampton Landfill.
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