New Blue Recycling Carts Being Delivered – Do Not Use Until January 2026

New blue recycling carts have begun being delivered to Leamington residents this week as part of the region’s transition to a single-stream recycling system, effective January 1, 2026.

Please note that the new carts are for recycling only and cannot be used until the new system begins.

GFL Environmental has reported that some residents are currently using the new carts for garbage and recycling. GFL will not collect any material placed in the new carts at this time.

Until January 2026, please continue to follow the current recycling collection system using your existing blue and red recycling boxes. Store your new blue cart until the new system begins.

Residents are reminded that the new recycling program is managed by Circular Materials, not by the Municipality of Leamington or the Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority (EWSWA).

Learn more about the transition, delivery schedules, and what you can recycle at: https://www.circularmaterials.ca/resident-communities/leamington/

For questions or concerns about the new recycling program, please contact:

Circular Materials at 1-877-667-2626 or GFL Environmental at 1-844-415-4351

Thank you for your cooperation as this new recycling program is rolled out across Leamington.