Waste Depots
There are several waste depots where York Region residents can drop off garbage, recycling, yard waste, electronics and other waste generated in York Region.
Waste Depot Locations and Information
HOLIDAY HOURS
All York Region Waste Depots will be closed Wednesday, December 25, Thursday, December 26 and Wednesday, January 1; check depot listings for regular operating hours.
2025 UPDATED FEES
As of January 1, 2025 chargeable loads over 100 kilograms will be $180 per tonne (or $0.18 per kilogram) and the flat rate for loads under 100 kilograms will be $11 at:
- Elgin Mills Community Environmental Centre, City of Richmond Hill
- Georgina Waste Transfer Station, Town of Georgina
- McCleary Court Community Environmental Centre, City of Vaughan
To find out where to take a specific item, use Bindicator.
NOTE: Fees and hours of operation are subject to change without notice. Proof of residency is required.
City of Markham
Markham Household Hazardous Waste Depot
Address
403 Rodick Road, south of Miller Avenue
Markham, Ontario
L6G 1B2
Hours of Operation
Monday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Closed civic and statutory holidays
| Accepted Items | Fee |
|---|---|
| No charge |
| Items Not Accepted |
|---|
|
City of Richmond Hill
Elgin Mills Community Environmental Centre
Address
1124 Elgin Mills Road East
Richmond Hill, Ontario
L4S 1M7
Entrance is located off John McCrae Street.
Hours of Operation
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Closed civic and statutory holidays
| Accepted Items | Fee |
|---|---|
Mixed loads of chargeable and free materials: Chargeable materials:
| Loads 100 kilograms (220 pounds) or less: Note: as of January 1, 2025 the fee will be updated to $11 per load Loads over 100 kilograms (220 pounds): Note: as of January 1, 2025 the fee will be updated to $180 per tonne ($0.18/kilogram); one tonne = 1,000 kilograms |
| $20 per unit |
| $10 per unit |
Free materials:
| Free / No charge |
| Items Not Accepted |
|---|
|
Cash, Debit, American Express, Mastercard and Visa accepted.
Richmond Hill Compost Facility (Miller Compost)
Address
1351 Bloomington Road East
Richmond Hill, Ontario
L4K 2N7
This site is owned and operated by Miller Waste. For up-to-date hours and site information visit Miller Compost.
| April 1st to November 30th | December 1st to March 31st |
|---|---|
| Monday: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday: Closed | Monday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed |
Closed civic and statutory holidays
| Accepted Items | Items Not Accepted |
|---|---|
|
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| Fees | |
|---|---|
| Residential | |
| $12.15 (inclusive of taxes and fuel surcharge) |
| $70 per tonne |
| Commercial (business) | $70 per tonne |
Cash, Debit, American Express, Mastercard and Visa accepted.
City of Vaughan
McCleary Court Community Environmental Centre
Address
130 McCleary Court
Vaughan, Ontario
L4K 1W8
Hours of Operation
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Closed civic and statutory holidays
| Accepted Items | Fee |
|---|---|
Mixed loads of chargeable and free materials: Chargeable materials:
| Loads 100 kilograms (220 pounds) or less: Note: as of January 1, 2025 the fee will be updated to $11 per load Loads over 100 kilograms (220 pounds): Note: as of January 1, 2025 the fee will be updated to $180 per tonne ($0.18/kilogram); one tonne = 1,000 kilograms |
| $20 per unit |
| $10 per unit |
Free materials:
|
| Items Not Accepted |
|---|
|
Cash, Debit, American Express, Mastercard and Visa accepted.
Town of East Gwillimbury
East Gwillimbury Household Hazardous Waste and Recycling Depot
Address
225 Garfield Wright Boulevard
East Gwillimbury, Ontario
L0G 1V0
Hours of Operation
Monday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Closed civic and statutory holidays
| Accepted Items | Fee |
|---|---|
| No charge |
| Refrigerated appliances (Without CFC removal sticker) | $20 per unit |
| Items Not Accepted |
|---|
|
Cash, Debit, American Express, Mastercard and Visa accepted.
Town of Georgina
Georgina Transfer Station, Household Hazardous Waste and Recycling Depot
Address
23068 Warden Avenue
Georgina, Ontario
L4P 3E9
Onsite Camera Feed
Before making a trip to the Georgina Transfer Station, check out our onsite camera feed for up-to-date traffic conditions. The camera refreshes every three minutes.
Hours of Operation
Transfer Station
Monday to Saturday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday: Closed
Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off
Open Tuesday and Saturday only: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed civic and statutory holidays
| Accepted Items | Fee |
|---|---|
Mixed loads of chargeable and free materials: Chargeable materials:
| Loads 100 kilograms (220 pounds) or less: Note: as of January 1, 2025 the fee will be updated to $11 per load Loads over 100 kilograms (220 pounds): Note: as of January 1, 2025 the fee will be updated to $180 per tonne ($0.18/kilogram); one tonne = 1,000 kilograms |
| Refrigerated appliances (without CFC removal sticker) | $20 per unit |
Free materials:
| Free / No Charge |
| Items Not Accepted |
|---|
|
Cash, Debit, American Express, Mastercard and Visa accepted.
York Region does not provide sewage disposal services for recreational vehicles or trailers. Some campgrounds provide this service; please call the campground to confirm if this service is offered at their location.
Plan your visit
For dedicated/mixed loads of garbage, a fee applies. If your load also contains recyclable materials, the fee applies to the entire load.
To avoid this fee:
- You can circle the site twice; unloading your chargeable items first, then the free recyclables on your second pass
- Separate garbage from the recyclables when packing your vehicle, so it's quicker to unload
- Consider bringing a load of recyclables one day and a load containing garbage on another
- Consider managing additional waste through your curbside collection by purchasing bag tags from your local city or town
ISO 14001 Environmental Management
York Region's certification to the ISO 14001 standard for waste management operations demonstrates continued commitment to provide responsible waste management services. Since October 2010, all public waste management drop-off facilities are registered to ISO 14001 (excluding Richmond Hill Compost Facility). This internationally recognized standard of excellence focuses on environmental management. In order to achieve registration, an organization must establish, implement, maintain and continually improve its activities and business processes. The registration process includes evaluation and review by a third party, at least annually.
ISO 9001 Quality Management
York Region’s certification to the ISO 9001 standard for waste management operations demonstrates continued commitment to provide quality waste management services for customers using the waste depots. Since October 2018, all public waste management drop-off facilities are registered to ISO 9001 (excluding Richmond Hill Compost Facility). This internationally recognized standard of excellence demonstrates continued commitment and focuses on quality, including great customer service. In order to achieve registration, an organization must establish, implement, maintain and continually improve its activities and business processes. The registration process includes an annual evaluation, review by a third party, and development of an over-arching Integrated Management System Policy.
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