Waste & Recycling

Please note the Algonquin Highlands Administrative Office at 1123 North Shore Road will be closed on Monday, October 13 for Thanksgiving, re-opening to the public on Tuesday, October 14 at 8 a.m.

The next regular meeting of Algonquin Highlands Council takes place this Thursday, October 2 commencing at 9 a.m. You can view the agenda, which includes a link to the livestream, here.

Please note that winter hours at Algonquin Highlands waste disposal sites will come into effect starting Thursday, October 16. Summer hours will remain in effect at AH waste disposal sites until that time. 

Members of Council will be participating in a tour, for educational purposes, of municipal infrastructure located in the Township of Algonquin Highlands on Wednesday October 1, 2025, commencing at 9:00 A.M. 

The next regular meeting of Algonquin Highlands Council takes place this Thursday, September 18 commencing at 9 a.m. You can view the agenda, which includes a link to the livestream, here.

There are plenty of opportunities to safely dispose of your household hazardous waste in September!

This time of year, residents may notice bees buzzing about at waste disposal sites. They are attracted to … let’s call them the sweet smells there. Here are a few tips to avoid encounters with bees while dropping off your waste and recycling:

Please note the front doors at the Township of Algonquin Highlands Administrative Office at 1123 North Shore Road are being replaced today - Wednesday, Sept. 3. Safe entry and exit from the building can be accommodated for visitors, however, please be aware there may be slight delays. Thank you for your patience. 

The next regular meeting of Algonquin Highlands Council takes place this Thursday, September 4 commencing at 9 a.m. You can view the agenda, which includes a link to the livestream, here. 

Please note the Algonquin Highlands Administrative Office will be closed on Monday, Sept. 1 for Labour Day, re-opening to the public at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 2. The Dorset Recreation Centre will also be closed, reopening on Tuesday.