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Recycling collection updates

Georgina’s recycling program has transitioned to a provincial system managed by Circular Materials. Bi-weekly recycling collection is now underway, with recycling and garbage collected on opposite weeks. Green bins will continue to be collected weekly.

For collection using the new carts, remember to:

• Set your recycling cart with wheels facing your house and the lid opening to the street
• Recycling carts must have at least one metre (three feet) of clearance on all sides, keeping them away from green bins, fences or vehicles
• Place carts on a flat surface, clear of snow and ice
• Do not place recycling carts on the road

If the standard 360-litre cart does not meet your recycling needs, you can request an exchange for a smaller cart by completing the Recycling Cart Exchange Request Form. Only one cart exchange is permitted per address. The form can be found at circularmaterials.ca/georgina. For questions or concerns, contact Circular Materials at CustomerService@CircularMaterials.ca or 1-833-779-4351.

Old blue box drop off

Residents are encouraged to reuse or repurpose old blue boxes for storage or other household uses where possible.

For anyone wishing to recycle their blue boxes, the Town is hosting three drop-off locations until Jan. 19. 

• Ice Palace: South side of the main parking lot, closest to Wexford Drive
• Sutton Arena: Northeast corner of the lot at Hawkins and Fairpark Lane
• Pefferlaw Lions Hall: First small lot on the left when entering, on the southeast side

Residents can also drop off their old blue boxes at the Georgina Transfer Station (23068 Warden Ave.) until Jan. 30. Learn more at georgina.ca/BlueBox. 

Changes to large-item collection 

Beginning the week of Jan. 12, large item collection in Georgina will be a scheduled service, similar to appliance and metal pick-ups.

What you need to know:

• Schedule a pick-up by calling Green For Life (GFL) at 1-866-421-5625
• A maximum of five items will be collected per pick-up
• Each item requires a large-item tag
• Residents’ large items will be picked up on their regular garbage collection day
• Items must be placed at the curb by 7 a.m. on collection day.

Find out more at georgina.ca/LargeItem.

2026 Waste and Recycling Calendar

2026 waste and recycling calendars have arrived. Residents have received a printed one-page two-sided calendar with key dates and information to help manage waste and recycling. A limited number of the 28-page booklet-style calendars will soon be available at Town facilities and Georgina Public Library locations, while supplies last. 

For collection reminders, sorting tips and waste event updates, download the Recycle Coach app. Learn more or view the digital calendar at georgina.ca/WasteandRecycling.

Calls for expressions of interest

The Town is inviting expressions of interest from qualified food and beverage businesses to operate at the Multi-Use Recreation Complex (MURC). Proposals will include business experience, on-site operations, equipment needs, preferred start date and annual rent range. The selected business will not have exclusive rights, as other vendors may operate during special events. Submissions are due Jan. 12. Learn more and apply at choosegeorgina.ca/DoBusiness.

The Town is also inviting established Georgina artists to submit proposals for a small-scale public art piece and interpretive display board to commemorate the Old Shiloh Road bridge, which will be replaced this year. Submissions are due Feb. 17. Learn more or apply at georgina.ca/ArtEOI.

Active Transportation Master Plan Public Information Centre

The Town of Georgina is inviting residents to attend a Public Information Centre for the Active Transportation Master Plan on Thursday, Jan. 22, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Georgina Ice Palace multi-purpose room. Residents will have an opportunity to learn more about the project and share ideas to support safer and more accessible active transportation options. Learn more at georgina.ca/ActiveTransportation.

• Saturday, Jan. 10 – 2026 Mayor and Council New Year’s Levee, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the ROC. 
• Wednesday, Jan. 14 – Building Healthy Kids Session for Parents and Caregivers presented by Northern York South Simcoe Ontario Health Team, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Link.
• Saturday, Jan. 17 – Cardboard Toboggan Races at the ROC, participant registration and check-in from noon to 1 p.m., races from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
• Saturday, Feb. 7 – SnoFest 2026, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the ROC. 

Visit georgina.ca/events to see these and other great events.

To facilitate the move of existing hybrid Council meeting equipment to the Replacement Civic Centre, the following Council meetings will be held in an exclusively virtual format: Jan. 21, Jan. 28, Feb. 4 and Feb. 11, 2026. Members of the public can participate virtually during this period, as in-person attendance will not be available until the transition is complete. To learn more about attending or participating virtually in a Council meeting, visit georgina.ca/CouncilMeetings.

Are you a talented professional looking to make a career move? Georgina is a progressive, growing and vibrant municipality. Take a look at what we have to offer. The Town is looking to fill the following roles: 

• Clerk Services Coordinator
• Chief Information and Digital Officer
• And more 

We look forward to having you join us and be part of Georgina’s talented and growing team. To learn more or apply, visit georgina.ca/careers.

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