Blue bin collection is now managed by Circular Materials and E360 Solutions as part as part of new recycling legislation implemented by the Province of Ontario. Any recycling-related issues moving forward should be directed to E360 Solutions at customerservice-eastont@e360s.ca or 1-866-358-3560 (e.g. missed collection, damaged bins or questions regarding collection).
Garbage-related concerns can be submitted through our Report an Issue form or by calling our operations centre at 613-967-3275.
Your garbage, recycling and organic waste is collected on the same day each week. Items must be placed to the curb by 7 a.m.
A new collection schedule began on the week of July 21, 2025, due to new recycling legislation implemented by the Province of Ontario.
Garbage and Organics
- Garbage and organics must be to the curb by 7 a.m. for collection.
- A bag tag must be attached to each bag of garbage in order for it to be collected.
- Garbage bags should be tightly sealed and not weigh more than 50 pounds.
- Garbage cans or containers must be:
- reusable (galvanized, metal or plastic).
- weigh no more than 17 gallons (77 litres) or 75 pounds.
- have carrying handles and a secure, water-tight lid.
- A bag tag must be attached to the top item inside the garbage can and be easily visible.
- Construction/demolition materials, including wood scraps and sawdust, are not accepted in curbside garbage.
- Organics must be in a green bin and should be latched closed.
Reporting Issues with Garbage or Organics
For any issues or questions about garbage and organics collection, please contact our operations centre at 613-967-3275 or use our Report an Issue form.
Recycling
Recycling is now managed by Circular Materials and curbside recycling collection is contracted by E360 Solutions.
- Recycling must be to the curb by 7 a.m.
- Recycling must be sorted by materials. Improperly sorted blue bins will not be collected by the contractor.
- Find more information about sorting recycling on Circular Materials' website.
Reporting Issues with Recycling
For any of issues or questions about recycling collection, please contact E360 Solutions by email at customerservice-eastont@e360s.ca or by calling 1-866-358-3560.
Recycling Drop-off
Belleville residents can drop-off recycling at the Thurlow Recycling Depot and Landfill for free. The recycling depot is open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Please note that only Ward 2 residents can use the landfill but all residents can use the recycling depot.
Placing Items at the Curb
When placing your garbage, recycling and organics to the curb for collection, ensure that they are not on the road or sidewalk. Items on the road or sidewalk can disrupt traffic, pedestrians, snow removal and street sweeping operations. They should be placed before the road or sidewalk, beside the end of your driveway.
