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Recycling Cart Information and FAQ

Chatsworth is undergoing changes to its recycling program. This page provides further information on the changes underway. 

Beginning on June 15, Chatsworth residents will begin receiving a standard-issued 360–litre wheeled, lidded recycling cart designed to accommodate a broad range of accepted materials. There will be no changes to residents’ collection day.  

  • Expanded List of Accepted Materials: With advancements in the recycling system, residents will now be able to recycle more materials such as hot and cold beverage cups, frozen juice containers, deodorant and toothpaste tubes. This expanded list of materials will increase the volume of recyclable materials generated and collected from households.  
  • Placement of all Materials Inside the Cart for Collection: All materials must go inside the carts with the lid fully closed to be ready for collection pick up.  
  • Collection Schedule: Recycling collection service in Chatsworth will remain every other week. Residents can check the collection calendar for Chatsworth here. 
  • Transition to Single Stream: All recyclable materials will go in the same cart for the same collection day. Materials do not need to be sorted, such as separating paper and plastic.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Beginning on July 7 for Zone 1 and on July 14 for Zone 2, residents must place everything in their recycling cart for curbside collection. Blue boxes will no longer be accepted. Check your calendar to confirm your collection day. 
  • Recycling carts will be delivered to residents starting on June 15 and will be completed by June 16. 
  • Recycling carts, with lids fully closed, help minimize litter and reduce odour and pest issues. 
  • Increased storage capacity between collections allows for more space for your recyclables. 
  • Collection systems with recycling carts create a safer working environment for workers and reduce the risk of injury and accidents. 
  • Recycling collection dates will not change. Please check your collection schedule here.
  • A full list of materials that can be recycled can be found here. As of January 1, 2026, you are able to recycle the same materials wherever you are in Ontario. The list of materials accepted for recycling has also expanded to include additional items such as hot and cold beverage cups, frozen juice containers, plastic bags, Styrofoam, deodorant and toothpaste.  
  • Place only accepted recyclable materials inside your recycling cart. 
  • Flatten and bundle corrugated cardboard before placing it in your cart to save on space. 
  • Ensure all containers are clean, dry and placed loosely in your cart. Do not bag your recyclables or stuff into other recyclables. The exception is shredded paper, which should be in a clear plastic bag and placed inside your cart. 
  • Lids and labels can remain on containers and cans. 
  • Keep your recyclables secure in your cart by making sure the cart lid is fully closed. On windy days, position the cart so the lid opens away from the wind between collection days. Remember when placing at the curb that the lid needs to open towards the road. 
  • Anyone experiencing a permanent or temporary physical disability that restricts their ability to set out their recycling cart at the curbside may be eligible for assisted collection service.  Please note, a  physician’s note is  required to apply for this  assisted service. For more information, please visit our website to access the Special Accommodation Recycling Collection Application Form.   
  • Residents are asked to use their current blue boxes until cart collection begins in their zone (on July 7 or July 14). Starting then, residents will be required to use their new recycling cart. Residents can choose to re-purpose their old boxes, such as using them as storage containers.  
  • Additional residential units located on the same property that are registered with the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) will receive a cart for each registered unit. Please contact WM for any questions regarding recycling carts. 
  • Break down all cardboard boxes flat. This alone can free up space in your cart. 
  • A standard 360L cart is 44.5”H x 34.375” D x 25.125” W. It will hold 4.3 tall blue boxes worth of recyclables or 6.8 short blue boxes. Please remember that collection will be every two (2) weeks and all materials must be placed inside the cart with the lid closed, including flattened corrugated cardboard.  
  • WM will continue to be the collection contractor for Chatsworth. For more information, please contact WM at canresidential@wm.com or call 1-800-561-1655.