Township of Blandford-Blenheim
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Garbage and Recycling

Waste Management

The County of Oxford is responsible for the collection of garbage and recycling. Garbage and recycling are picked up once a week on scheduled garbage days.

Bag tags are required for each bag of garbage set out. They are available at the Township Office or in several other businesses in the municipality for $2 each. Blue Boxes are available at the Township Office.

Please go to Oxford County's garbage and recycling website for more information.

Stay connected with Wasteline!

Wasteline tools help you keep track of your garbage and recycling collection schedule. Get the information you want when you want it by using the “When's my pickup?” tool, signing up for automated reminders, or using the Wasteline mobile app.

Waste Collection

No matter where you live in Oxford County, Wasteline tools help you keep track of your garbage, recycling, and large article collection schedules as well as upcoming special waste collection events in your area. Get the information you want when you want it by using the “When’s my pickup?” tool, signing up for automated reminders, or by using the Wasteline mobile app.

Search by address to confirm your next waste collection day and see what materials are being collected. Trouble getting your Wasteline calendar? Make sure you are entering your civic address—the location where your garbage is picked up—and not a mailing address, for instance, post office (PO) box.

You can also:

  • View, download, and print your collection calendar
  • Sign up for weekly reminders (email, phone or Twitter)
  • Add a schedule to your personal calendar (iCal, Google Calendar or Microsoft Outlook)

Use your Apple or Android device to view schedules, receive reminders, and get sorting tips for your garbage and recycling. 

Compost & Brush Depot

The Township of Blandford-Blenheim provides a Compost & Brush Depot to support responsible yard waste disposal and environmental stewardship.

Location:
Corner of Township Road 8 and Oxford Road 3, Drumbo

Hours of Operation:
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
For Township of Blandford-Blenheim residents only

Accepted Materials

  • Leaves (loose or in paper bags only)

  • Brush and branches

  • Grass clippings

  • General yard waste (organic only)

Not Accepted

The following items are not permitted at the depot:

  • Plastic bags or containers

  • Rocks, gravel, or soil

  • Garbage or household waste

  • Construction or demolition materials

  • Furniture or large non-organic items

Site Use Guidelines

  • Use paper bags only; plastic bags are not compostable and must not be left on site

  • Place materials in designated areas and do not block access lanes

  • Do not leave materials outside the gated area

  • Illegal dumping may result in fines

Site Maintenance

The site is maintained by Township Public Works staff, who regularly manage the piles and coordinate the removal of materials to the Salford Landfill as required.

Purpose of the Depot

The Compost & Brush Depot provides residents with an accessible, cost-effective solution for yard waste disposal. This service also helps reduce debris buildup in catch basins and stormwater systems, supporting proper drainage and environmental protection.

Questions?
Contact the Township Office at 519-463-5347 or at generalmail@blandfordblenheim.ca for more information.

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