Waste & Recycling

Due to continued snow squall warnings from Environment Canada, as of 9 a.m. on November 29, 2024, the Township of Algonquin Highlands is declaring a Significant Weather Event in accordance with By-Law 2018-118 and Provincial Standards.

Algonquin Highlands Council will commence its 2025 Budget discussions with a special Projects and Priorities meeting on Thursday, Nov. 28 at 9 a.m. This is chance for members of Council to hear about potential priority projects for the upcoming year from senior Staff. 

We are excited to offer residents some new ways to connect with the Township of Algonquin Highlands!

Please note the Algonquin Highlands Administrative Office at 1123 North Shore Road will be closed on Monday, November 11 in observance of Remembrance Day, re-opening to the public at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, November 12. The Dorset Recreation Centre and AH Trails Office will also be closed for Remembrance Day. 

There is one week remaining for residents to take the Algonquin Highlands Fireworks Survey and Household Hazardous Waste Survey, which both close on Thursday, October 31. 

The Township of Algonquin Highlands is re-evaluating the way it collects Household Hazardous Waste, and is looking for feedback from residents on their practices and preferences. Whether or not you've ever attended an HHW collection event in AH, we invite you to provide feedback by taking a survey here. Your participation is greatly appreciated! 

Please note the Algonquin Highlands Administrative Office will be closed on Monday, October 14, re-opening to the public at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, October 15. The AH Trails Office will also be closed for Thanksgiving Monday.

There will be a Household Hazardous Waste collection event at the Maple Waste Disposal Site at 1302 McPhail Road this Saturday, October 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This will be the final HHW collection event of the year. 

Please note that winter hours at all Township of Algonquin Highlands waste disposal sites will come into effect starting Wednesday, October 16. When visiting waste disposal sites, please remember to bring your Landfill User ID Card with you. The bright pink cards are valid until April 30, 2025.