Waste Wizard and Collection Schedule

Unsure where it goes? Waste Wizard knows!

Click on the 'Wizard' icon below, start typing the name of the item you're disposing of, and the Waste Wizard will let you know which waste stream the item belongs in.

Collection Schedule

The City of Peterborough's online calendar tool for garbage and recycling collection is a convenient way to get information on our waste collection services. You can also get the Waste Management app from your app store.

Search your home address in our online calendar below to:

• Find your waste collection day
• View, download or print your collection calendar
• See changes due to holidays
• Get notified of service delays
• Sign up for weekly reminders and service alerts
• Add a schedule to your personal calendar

Waste Guide and Calendar

• Download our Waste Management Guide for general information about curbside collection for Green Bin, garbage, yard waste and recycling as well as our facilities the City-County Landfill and the Hazardous and Electronic Waste Depot. 
• Download a digital copy of our 2025 Waste Management Calendar. Hard copies are available for pickup at City Hall, 500 George St. N.