Exemptions to the Two Bag / Can Limit

Single-family homes, condos and apartments (two to six units) are allowed two garbage bag / cans every-other-week, unless there is an exemption given.

Special Exemptions

Granted to groups and individuals who meet certain criteria.

Exemption Details
Diapers

Your household has at least one child under the age of four in diapers.

Apply for diaper exemption online

Diaper exemptions must be renewed on an annual basis. You will receive an email or letter when it's time to reapply.

Diaper waste may be combined with your regular household garbage that is placed curbside every other week. If your household garbage exceeds the two bag / can garbage limit due to diaper waste, and / or you cannot hold on to the diaper waste until your next regular garbage collection day, for a two week period, you may apply for a diaper / medical exemption.

Daycare You operate a daycare out of a residential property.

Apply for daycare exemption online
Medical

Someone in your household has a medical condition.

Download medical exemption application

Medical exemptions must be renewed on an annual basis. You will receive a letter when it's time to reapply.

Medical waste may be combined with your regular household garbage that is placed curbside every other week. If your household garbage exceeds the two bag / can garbage limit due to medical waste, and / or you cannot hold on to the medical waste until your next regular garbage collection day, for a two week period, you may apply for a diaper / medical exemption.

Group Home For group homes operated out of a residence.

Apply for group home exemption online
Charities Charities registered with Canadian Revenue Agency may request collection through the Region's service in addition to recycling collection from a private contractor.

Apply for charities exemption online

Call 905-356-4141 or toll-free 1-800-594-5542 for more information.

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