Record #: BAR1171 | Last Modified: 07 Jan 2021 | Last Full Update: 07 Jan 2021 |
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Description (Service) | COVID-19 Update * Recycling Depot, located at the lower gate area of the landfill is closed for the season * the depot will reopen in April 2021, weather-permitting * for more information visit www.barrie.ca/Living/GarbageAndRecycling/Pages/Landfill.aspx Many city services have been impacted by COVID-19 * the City will continue to maintain all essential services citizens rely on every day * for up to date details visit: www.barrie.ca/Living/City%20Services/Pages/COVID-19-Impacted-City-Services.aspx Regular Service Barrie residents must show photo I.D. as they enter the landfill site * all license plates must be visible or vehicle ownership must be presented at the "in-scale" * household waste must be transported in residential vehicles * for information on landfill tipping rates call 705-739-4219 or visit the City of Barrie website City of Barrie residents can bring recycling and organics to the landfill site however, the same sorting requirements curbside are in place at the landfill site and recyclables and yard waste must be separated from mixed loads of garbage to qualify for "No Charge" consideration * electronics, organics, recycling, household hazardous waste, metal, cardboard and tires on or off the rim are accepted at no charge Recycling Depot, located at the lower gate area of the landfill is closed for the season * the depot will reopen in April 2021, weather-permitting * for more information visit www.barrie.ca/Living/GarbageAndRecycling/Pages/Landfill.aspx Items banned from the landfill are waste from outside the City of Barrie, liquid or hazardous waste * refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, water coolers or dehumidifiers that have not had the CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons) removed (contact an appliance repair company for removal certification, or appliances containing CFC's can be brought to the Barrie Landfill Site where they will be decommissioned by a licensed technician for a fee of $25 per appliance) Diaper Disposal Program Residents can dispose of maximum 2 clear bags of diapers per week at the landfill (maximum weight: 20kg/bag) from May 1 to October 31 annually at no charge * bags must consist solely of diapers, proof of residency is required |
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Public Comments | COVID-19 Update * Recycling Depot, located at the lower gate area of the landfill is closed for the season * the depot will reopen in April 2021, weather-permitting * for more information visit www.barrie.ca/Living/GarbageAndRecycling/Pages/Landfill.aspx Many city services have been impacted by COVID-19 * the City will continue to maintain all essential services citizens rely on every day * for up to date details visit: www.barrie.ca/Living/City%20Services/Pages/COVID-19-Impacted-City-Services.aspx |
Hours | Regular Hours Tue-Sat 8:30 am-3:30 pm * the lane way to the landfill site can accommodate up to one hour's worth of traffic * due to high volume of traffic on Tuesdays and Saturdays, it is recommended that you arrive at the landfill site prior to 3 pm to ensure entry Landfill closed on statutory holidays which include Good Friday, Canada Day, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and after noon on Dec 24 and Dec 31 |
Areas Served | Barrie |
Eligibility | City of Barrie residents, photo I.D. required and waste must be generated from within City of Barrie boundaries |
Application | Drop-in during hours of operation |
Languages | English |
Fees | Service - Call City of Barrie at 705-739-4219 or visit website for current fees |
Address and Location | |
Site Location | Located at 272 Ferndale Dr N of Edgehill Dr |
Located In Community | Barrie |
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Physical Access | Not Accessible |
Contact Information | |
Office Phone | Environmental Operations 705-739-4219 |
After Hours Phone | Service Barrie 705-726-4242 |
Fax | 705-739-4251 |
rethinkwaste@barrie.ca | |
Website | www.barrie.ca |
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Primary Executive | Sandy Coulter, Interim Manager Solid Waste Operations; Email: sandy.coulter@barrie.ca |
Alternate Executive | Kelly Walker-Prince, Supervisor, Landfill Operations; Email: kelly.walker-prince@barrie.ca |
Mailing Address | PO Box 400 Barrie, ON L4M 4T5 |