Fee Waived for Large Item Pickup

Peterborough, ON – As part of the Clean Streets Peterborough initiative, the City of Peterborough is introducing a free Large Item Pickup pilot program. The pilot will help evaluate participation levels, service demand and overall program performance while making the service more accessible to residents. 

For the remainder of 2026, large item pickup is available at no cost. Collections must be booked in advance. Residents can select a collection week when booking and place eligible items at the curb during the designated set out time for collection. 

Collection can be scheduled online at peterborough.ca/pickup.  Bookings can also be made by phone at 705-742-7777 or in person at Service Peterborough, City Hall, 500 George St. N. 

Large Item Pickup is intended for items that are too big or heavy for regular curbside collection. Eligible large items are defined as those weighing more than 13.6 kg (30 lbs) and longer than 1 m (3 ft). Collection is offered monthly from April through September. 

“This pilot makes it easier for residents to dispose of large household items while reducing barriers to accessing the service,” said  Councillor Don Vassiliadis and Councillor Keith Riel, Municipal Operations Co-Chairs, in a joint statement. “Removing the fee gives us an opportunity to see how the change affects participation and demand, providing valuable insight into how the service is used.” 

Large Item Pickup will be available during the following collection weeks: 

• June 22     
• July 27 
• August 24 
• September 28 

For more information on Large Item Pickup including eligibility requirements and accepted items, visit peterborough.ca/pickup.